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Town manager says public alerts failed during storm; cleanup and contractor work continue

McIntosh Town Council · October 15, 2024
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Summary

Town Manager Gonzalez reported failures in the town's public alert system during the recent storm and said cleanup continues with contractors and extra collection trucks; staff said they may switch alert software and noted progress by a new public works technician.

Town Manager Gonzalez told the council that "public alerts have not been working properly and we may be switching software," and outlined the town's ongoing cleanup efforts after the storm. He said contractors and additional garbage and recycling trucks are helping with debris removal and that a newly hired Public Works Technician has been effective in cleanup operations.

Residents praised the response: Anji Fogarty thanked the town for its debris response, and several council members acknowledged crews and volunteers who assisted with recovery. Gonzalez also reported pending vendor follow-ups related to a site survey by Imagit and an outstanding water tower timeline that staff is continuing to monitor.