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Lewiston council approves $4,500 settlement to resolve cemetery dispute
Summary
Council unanimously approved a $4,500 settlement to end a dispute related to a local cemetery and directed staff to sign attorney‑provided documents and issue payment.
The Lewiston City Council voted 4‑0 on Aug. 19 to settle a dispute involving the city cemetery for $4,500 and to have city staff complete the necessary paperwork and payment.
A council member summarized that the opposing family had agreed to waive outstanding claims in exchange for $4,500 and recommended the council accept the settlement. The council moved, seconded and carried the motion without discussion. The roll call recorded Fizz — yes; Councilmember John — yes; Ned Semper — yes; Jana — yes.
Council instructed staff to obtain the documents prepared by the city attorney so they can be signed and to issue a check either to the city attorney or the opposing party’s attorney as directed. The action was described repeatedly at the meeting as a final settlement to resolve the matter.
No additional background on the underlying dispute was discussed on the public record during the meeting.
