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Residents raise questions about water surtax, South End fire station and police responsiveness during public comment
Summary
Two residents asked the council to investigate whether a private water dispenser pays sewer surtax and requested updates on a planned South End fire station; another resident complained about police response and follow‑up to thefts.
Several residents used the public comment period to press the council on local service issues.
Nancy Kelly asked whether a private water dispensing business on Leonard Road pays sewer surtax and requested the city look into potential revenue. She also inquired about progress and land for a planned South End fire station; staff said there was nothing new to report and that work on site selection was ongoing.
Harold Vaughn of the South End described repeated problems he said he has experienced with police responsiveness to thefts and follow‑up. Vaughn said calls took long to generate an officer response and that he wanted council and the police chief to address his concerns. The mayor and staff said they would connect Vaughn with his council member and the chief to follow up.
The comments were acknowledged by staff and the mayor; no formal council action was taken during the public comment period beyond promises to follow up with appropriate staff or council members.
