Flor Juarez introduces Katrina's Mexican Grill in Indian Trail

The Town Council of Indian Trail convened on February 25, 2025, to address various agenda items, including public comments, new business, and council discussions. The meeting began with procedural adjustments, where two items, the approval of regular meeting minutes, were pulled from the consent agenda and moved to new business as items 10A and 10B.

Following the agenda approval, the council welcomed Flor Juarez, owner of Katrina's Mexican Grill, a new restaurant located at 6437 Old Monroe Road. Juarez shared her excitement about the family-owned establishment, which opened in January after taking over from a previous restaurant. The council expressed their support and welcomed her to the community.

Public comments were then opened, with resident Lynn Cole addressing the council regarding recent discussions about the format of public comments. She expressed concern over the council's decision to not allow citizens to direct questions to individual members. Cole also voiced frustration over ongoing disputes related to the waste connections contract, urging the council to foster unity rather than division.

In response to Cole's comments, Council Member Barber declined to provide a statement, while other members acknowledged the concerns raised. The discussion highlighted the need for clearer communication and transparency between the council and the community.

The meeting concluded with a reminder of the importance of collaboration and understanding among council members and constituents. The council plans to continue addressing these issues in future meetings, aiming to enhance community engagement and resolve ongoing disputes.