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Council approves consent agenda, hears citizen concerns on utility costs
Summary
The council approved the consent agenda unanimously (7‑0). During Citizens Forum, resident Alvin Atwood urged the council to address high sewer and utility costs for struggling households.
The Paris City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda Jan. 27 by a single motion and vote, with no items pulled for separate consideration.
Earlier in the meeting during Citizens Forum, Alvin Atwood of 2419 Bonham Street used his allotted time to urge the council to address rising utility and sewer costs, saying many residents are struggling to afford bills. Atwood praised some city services, including police staffing and recent improvements to trash collection, but said sewer prices remain too high for many residents.
The council processed the consent agenda without public discussion and moved on to regular agenda items. The consent agenda motion carried 7‑0 on the record.
