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Residents question enforcement policy and pay tribute to outgoing town administrator Gary Neece
Summary
During the meeting's public‑comment period a longtime resident asked why the town had filed criminal charges against six businesses instead of issuing fines; other speakers offered extended tributes to departing town administrator Gary Neece and described a successful local 'Orphans and Oddballs' car show.
At the Town of Carefree's Feb. 3 call to the public, resident John Trainor (describing himself as a 25‑year Carefree resident) asked the council to explain why the town filed criminal charges against six businesses or property owners rather than issuing notices or fines, and he requested the portion of the Village Center Redevelopment Plan that authorizes such criminal proceedings.
"Why the town chose to file criminal charges against 6 businesses…
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