Richard Armstrong

The City Council conducted a regular meeting to address standard municipal business and administrative matters.

The council meeting included discussions on a neighbor's house violating city ordinances and concerns about public health and safety. The council addressed the importance of keeping the library in the community. The Attorney submitted a written report with legal opinions and a letter of resignation. The Public Works Director submitted a report on city projects related to water, streets, the cemetery, and parks. The council discussed solid waste disposal rates and accepted the plan as written. The Clerk-Treasurer submitted a report on checks and payroll.

The council meeting included discussions on an offer to buy an old machine, which was tabled for a workshop. A moratorium for micro-homes was moved forward. The Public Works Director submitted a report on city projects. The council also discussed a community clean-up letter and tabled the appointment of Council Position #3 until a workshop. A personnel matter was discussed in an executive session. The Clerk's report was accepted, and bills were approved for payment.

The council meeting included discussions on citizens' concerns about a Dollar General possibly moving in and its potential negative impact on a local grocery store. Concerns were raised about the use of glyphosate and its impact on wildlife. The council discussed proclaiming June as Orca Awareness Month. The Public Works Director submitted a report on city projects, including a break-in at the city shop. There was a zoning discussion and the appointment of a new council member. Bids for a John Deere Backhoe were discussed, and two variance applications were received. The council held an executive session regarding personnel matters. The Clerk's report was accepted, and the workshop for May 28, 2019, was canceled.

The council meeting included the approval of the minutes from previous meetings and a contract with the Younglove & Coker Law firm. A water/street report was presented. Discussion included an email regarding quad riders on city streets, recommending contacting the Sheriff's office about the issue. The council approved an office lighting estimate from Schumacher Electric and the clerk's report detailing payments made.