City Council Extends Disaster Declaration Amid Hurricane Threat

During a recent government meeting, city officials discussed the adoption of Resolution Number 48-2024, which aims to ratify the disaster declaration for Tropical Storm Hurricane Barrel. The resolution seeks to affirm and extend the local state of disaster initially declared by the mayor on July 6, 2024. This declaration was previously ratified on July 11, 2024, and is set to be renewed through August 5, 2024. The council's action underscores the ongoing response to the impacts of the storm and the need for continued support and resources for affected areas.