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Public works updates maintenance schedule; police report 113 December calls and plan Soap Box Derby

Soap Lake City Council · January 7, 2026
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Summary

Public Works Director Olson reported on plant equipment maintenance, bathroom and vehicle upkeep, lowering a manhole and dog park progress. Police Chief Canady reported December statistics including 113 calls for service, 28 arrests and planning for the Soap Box Derby.

Public Works Director Olson told council staff are preparing a Department of Ecology–required maintenance schedule for plant equipment, continuing bathroom and vehicle maintenance, and working on the dog park; crews lowered a manhole at Hwy 17 and 3rd Ave because snow plows were hitting it.

Police Chief Canady reported December activity: 113 calls for service; eight dog calls; three code violations written for dogs; 28 arrests (in custody or citations issued); one DUI; one accident; 45 traffic infractions; three non‑traffic infractions; four non‑traffic criminal citations; 94 traffic stops; and 19 assists to other law enforcement or Fire/EMS. Canady also said he is looking forward to organizing this year’s Soap Box Derby.