Norway council clears routine business, approves youth baseball/softball fundraiser

The Norway City Council approved routine business and granted permission for a youth sports fundraiser during its meeting.

The council voted to approve the meeting agenda and the minutes of the regular meeting of Aug. 26, 2024. The council also approved the manifest described in the record as "2024 D7" (appearing in the transcript as '20247') and referenced an amount read in the audio as "$299,500 4049." The clerk presented the manifest; council members recorded support for the payment and moved on to the next agenda items.

On a scheduled action item, the council reviewed a request for a "Late Summer Classic" youth baseball/softball fundraiser (also referred to in the meeting as a "funball" event). Council discussion covered facility logistics — use of concession stands, field rental, and supplies provided by the Norway Diamond Boosters. One council member disclosed they are married to a voting member of the Norway Diamond Boosters and urged that revenues and expenses be tracked so taxpayers can see where funds go.

"It was nice to see how they ironed everything out in a relatively short period of time," a council member said of the event organizers. Council members then moved to recommend approval of the special event as presented; the transcript records supports from Mr Menini, Mr Maro, Mr Pop and Mrs Brew, and the motion carried.

No public comments were offered during the public-comment sections of the meeting.

The meeting concluded after mayoral and council comments praising the Dickinson County Fair and reminding the community about upcoming events. The council adjourned following a recorded vote.