I have a few different topics I want to cover from tonight’s meeting in some upcoming journal entries; (1) Rich Zwicker’s oath of office (I’ll get a picture);(2) new ordinances for the keeping of animals (more people will be allowed laying hens, miniature goats, and things like this, and large property owners will have more clarity on how many horses, goats, etc that they can keep);(3) and protest signs with highly offensive content (I’ll post the examples that were given to us tonight, that were not shown on television). I’m anxious to your input/ideas on this last topic, as it will come down to first amendment issues vs. protecting our children from being harmed by shocking content.
Also, I want to share some insight about our need for a new jail for misdemeanor offenders in the 2012 time frame.
Overall, I am really enjoying the new mayor and new council. Denis Law is already up to speed, and getting much done as our new mayor. the staff seem comfortable and productive, and everything is moving forwards. We are seeing a huge amount of work being accomplished in preparation for Benson Hill joining our city…but everyone seems upbeat even though they are busy.
Randy, any word on the issue that dominated the meeting in December, the closure of Duvall? I now see signs for March. I fear this thing will continue with delays, and not get rolling for a long! We highlanders need relief!!
I have heard that the road closure will probably begin in April, with construction going hog-wild after that.
Whoo Hoo! At least the 07/08 school year will only be impacted by a couple of months.
Laying hens… bok, bok! That sounds kind of fun. How about ducks?