By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
As part of the regular meeting of the Guthrie Center City Council on Aug. 12, the council held a public hearing on the proposed sale of real estate (907 Main St.). Council members reported they had not heard any relevant concerns from citizens. No citizens were in attendance, so the hearing was promptly closed. The council then voted to approve the proposed sale.
The council discussed the proposed purchase of a street sweeper. City Clerk Kris Arrasmith explained that two city staff members had tried out the sweeper that is being considered.
“They both came in and said it’s so much better,” Arrasmith said.
The council approved the purchase from Rutledge Enterprises at a price of $20,000.
The council voted to approve a three-year tax exemption on two properties in the city, 201 Newton (C. Knapp) and 507 North St. (V. Andresen). The council also voted to post a notice of accepting bids on two of the lots on Grand Street.
Arrasmith reported that the recent citywide cleanup was a success and raised money for the high school baseball team, which helps with the event.
“We had about 20 more people sign up than we did last year,” Arrasmith said.
Councilmember Carolyn Masters reported that she’s seen lots of citizens enjoying the city park and equipment. As the school year approaches, summer events are wrapping up.
“The pool’s last day was Friday, and they had the dog swim Friday night,” Arrasmith said.
The next regular meeting of the council will be Monday, Aug. 26. The public is welcome.