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City staff report emergency response stats; resident raises construction traffic concerns
Summary
City staff reported City Hall closure for MLK Day and fire department statistics (about 545 incidents last year). In public comment a resident raised concerns about construction trucks through town; staff said traffic slowed over the holidays but has resumed in reduced volume.
During department reports, staff said City Hall will close Jan. 20 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day and commended crews for clearing streets and sidewalks during severe weather. The fire department reported roughly 545 incidents last year, including fires, medical calls and motor vehicle wrecks; staff noted receipt of 800 feet of 1 3/4-inch hose and new extrication tools placed into service.
During public comment, council invited residents to speak; a resident (name not recorded in the transcript) raised concerns about construction vehicles using town streets. Staff said traffic decreased during the holidays but has resumed with some trucks still passing through; staff mentioned a retaining wall is being built and that contractors are being followed up with on traffic issues.
Council closed public comment after hearing no further remarks and moved to adjourn; the next meeting was set for Feb. 11.
