During a recent town council meeting, officials announced that the town will receive a design award for its town hall project. The award ceremony is scheduled for that evening, highlighting the town's commitment to community development.

In addition, discussions centered around the rescheduling of the citizens academy, which has faced challenges due to conflicting events and holidays. Mayor's suggestion to postpone the academy until February was met with further complications, leading officials to consider March as a more viable option.

The meeting also addressed the current drought conditions and water restrictions in the area. Vince, a new staff member, provided an update on the town's well levels, indicating significant improvements due to the reactivation of several wells. Notably, Well L is now producing 102 feet of water, while Well P has shown a recovery of 24 feet since the last report. The council is contemplating whether to maintain or lift the existing water restrictions, with a consensus leaning towards waiting an additional two weeks for further assessment.

Council members expressed concerns about water usage, noting that despite restrictions implemented in July, consumption levels have remained relatively stable. The discussion included the impact of recent leaks and the usage of produced water at the wastewater plant, which may have influenced overall consumption figures.

As the meeting progressed, the council considered a temporary measure to allow outdoor watering between 6 PM and 9 PM, aimed at alleviating some pressure on residents while still managing water resources effectively. This motion was ultimately approved, allowing residents to water their plants during specified hours.

The council plans to monitor water levels closely over the next few weeks, with a follow-up discussion scheduled for the next meeting to evaluate the effectiveness of the new watering measures and the overall water situation in the town.