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Votes at a glance: Preston City Council actions on consent items, equipment, hires and police reorganization
Summary
The council approved routine consent items, elected a council president 2–1, accepted a single bid for a public works truck, tabled several items for follow‑up and approved police hires, promotions and a salary resolution.
At its Jan. 9 meeting the Preston City Council approved a group of routine consent items, elected a council president, authorized a vehicle purchase subject to review, and took personnel actions in the police department.
Key votes and actions (at a glance):
- Consent calendar: The council approved minutes from Dec. 9, payment of bills, treasurer reports and several bond refunds (including a $3,780 improvement bond refund and a $209 CUT permit bond refund). Motion to approve the consent calendar was made by Councilman Terry Larson and seconded by Councilman Chris Larson; the vote was recorded in favor.
- Council president election: The council elected Todd Thomas as council president in a 2‑1 tally after nominations (Thomas and Brent…
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