Michael Thomas

The meeting addressed concerns about speeding traffic, commended the Chamber of Commerce, and reminded attendees of the Health and Safety Fair. The council adopted documents related to wireless facilities in the right-of-way, approved fees and rates, and discussed a Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation regarding Ordinance 03-2018. Additionally, they authorized the purchase of maintenance and construction equipment, discussed a United Way Grant application, authorized an agreement with Willdan Financial Services for a utility rate study, and adopted a resolution expressing concern about public school funding. The council also authorized the emergency purchase of a solids handling vertical close-coupled pump and received the Town Manager's report, which included updates on various projects and his upcoming departure.

The board discussed and took action on a request by Barbara Ahmann to permit a home occupation at 198 4th Street for an art studio, including offering classes to a small number of students. The discussion involved the potential impact on the neighborhood, parking, available exits, and the storage of paints/chemicals.

The meeting included discussions and actions on several key items. The council discussed and adopted a tentative budget for FY19 and authorized the Mayor to execute an employment contract with the new Town Manager, pending a background check. They also considered an energy-efficient LED lighting pilot program and a resolution committing local funds for a Community Development Block Grant application. Additionally, the council addressed the resignation of a board member from the Municipal Property Corporation and appointed a member to the Historic Preservation Commission, as well as discussed the town's participation in the Greenlee County Community Investment Fund. The Interim Town Manager provided updates on various projects and activities, including the USDA-RD grant application, WWTP pumps/motors, parking issues, the upcoming election, court security standards, census updates, and the General Plan.

The committee discussed equipment needs and associated costs for road maintenance and repair, reviewing a spreadsheet that prioritized equipment based on need. They considered two budget sources for FY2018, HURF Street Maintenance & Repair and PUBLIC WORKS Street Maintenance & Repair, and explored options for purchasing equipment, including potential grant applications. The committee also discussed the possibility of using flood mitigation monies to purchase a track loader, pending consultation with Parks and Recreation. The discussion included the importance of sidewalk repairs prior to commencing road projects, as well as the status of new street sign installations. The committee also touched on the patching of roads by SWGas and their efforts to move meters closer to houses, requesting the town's assistance in reaching customers.

The meeting addressed the recruitment process to fill two expired Historic Preservation Commissioners terms, with interested candidates required to submit a letter of intent. A certificate of appropriateness was discussed and issued for a building permit submitted by Monica Aguilar/Robert Miller for property address 226 Chase Creek St, with the condition that the extension be four inches lower than the existing structure, pending building inspector approval. The commission also discussed the Chase Creek Street Tomorrow Project, including the burial of utility lines and ADA compliance for sidewalks, and expressed support for the project. A regular quarterly meeting schedule was established for January, April, July, and October, with the specific date and time to be determined later.