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Fire department achieves improved ISO rating; council highlights downtown holiday events and small-business efforts
Summary
Council congratulated the fire department for improving its ISO rating to Class 3, and members highlighted downtown holiday lighting, a successful truck-and-tractor parade and upcoming Main Street events intended to boost local commerce.
Council took time during administrative reports to congratulate the fire department for improving its ISO rating from a Class 4 to a Class 3, a change the safety-service director said will take effect in February and may result in insurance-premium benefits for residents. Council members thanked Chief Thompson and the department for the work that led to the improved rating.
Members also praised downtown holiday lighting and referenced a truck-and-tractor parade that grew from about 32 entries to roughly 72. Main Street Greenville reported upcoming events, including a "sugar stroll" on Dec. 11 (5'8 p.m., ticketed) and a collaborative Black Friday/moonlight event organized by downtown business owners to encourage local shopping. Council members voiced concern about visible vacant storefronts downtown and urged continued focus on economic revitalization.
