Crosswalks painted, blackberry cleanup praised as street project advances in Asotin

Councilmembers and the mayor used the Aug. 11 meeting to update the public on local public-works work. Councilmember Steve Cowdrey said crosswalks have been painted and the blackberry bushes cleaned up and "looks nice." Mayor Dwayne Paris reported that the city's first street project is moving right along and crews are "making lots of progress."

Councilmember David Weakland also relayed community praise collected at Asotin Days, saying residents "really like Monte," reflecting positive local sentiment at the event. No formal public-works actions or budgets were taken at the meeting; the comments were informational updates recorded in the minutes.