Jennifer Zalokar

The Mayor and Council meeting addressed several operational and planning items. The Mayor reported on year-end city events and reminded attendees about utilizing the Community Building as a warming center during cold weather. Council reports highlighted upcoming events such as the Martin Luther King Day of Service and ongoing work by the Forest Preservation Group, including plans for native species planting and a future bird count coordination. The City Administrator reported that the fiscal year 2025 audit is in progress. Civic Club updates noted good attendance at the tree lighting but low awareness of the potluck dinner, with officers remaining the same for 2026. The MPVFR reported a successful Santa Run event. New business involved the approval of several financial actions, including two invoices from Ardito for miscellaneous service calls and a water main emergency repair, as well as two work authorizations: one for 2025 NPDES Compliance Assistance and another for TSPLOST Capital Improvement Project Assistance.

This Comprehensive Plan Update for the City of Mountain Park outlines the community's vision and goals, promoting understanding of local issues, and guiding growth and development. It addresses state requirements, including various mandatory and optional elements such as Needs & Opportunities, Vision & Goals, Land Use, Transportation, Economic Development, Housing, and a Community Work Program. The plan aims to preserve and improve the quality of life, protect private property rights, and strategically support community needs through coordinated decision-making and resource allocation.

The council meeting included reports from the Mayor and council members on topics such as the Greater North Fulton Chamber, forest preservation volunteer efforts, and assistance for families in need. Updates were given on Oktoberfest fundraising and MPVFR activities. The council discussed hiring an engineering firm for a pedestrian footbridge drawing, quotes for records destruction, setting meeting dates for 2026, and additional landscaping on the city green.

The board approved funding for the Holey Fence Farm's Christmas Parade Float and the Harding Recreation Committee's Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony. They approved Resolution 2025-9 for the LSA Grant Statewide- Della Lane and William Yevich's Marine Corps Ball Luncheon. The board also approved the Harding Recreation Committee's request for use of Exeter Township building for community events. Budget Work Sessions for fiscal year 2026 were scheduled. Reports were given by the Wyoming Area Regional Police, Harding Fire Company, Mt Zion Fire Company, and Mt Zion Ambulance. Residents raised concerns about RV campers, safety hazards, leaf pick up, and overnight RV stays.

The Exeter Township Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting to discuss several key items. The supervisors discussed No Nonsense Neutering and the SPCA to determine the best approach for controlling the feral animal population in the Township. A motion was approved to work with Joe Katarski for excavation work on Lockville and Searfoss. Additionally, a contract with United Heating and Air Conditioning was approved to maintain the Municipal Building's boiler system for one year. Reports were given by the Wyoming Area Regional Police, Harding/Mt Zion Ambulance, Mt Zion Fire Company, and Harding Fire Company. A resident complained of rain runoff destroying his driveway.