By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
During the meeting of the Panora city council on June 23, City Administrator Lisa Grossman said Panora’s recent “downtown forum” was well attended and went smoothly.
“I thought it was really good, and we got some perspectives from other towns around,” Councilmember Roger Dorr added.
Dorr said he heard many positive comments about Panora, and the only constructive criticism he heard was that Panora’s crosswalks could be repainted for better visibility. Grossman said the city plans to repaint the crosswalks with large white rectangles to help with the visibility.
The council approved Resolution 25-26 to allow alcoholic canned beverages in designated areas for Panorama Days.
“Pretty much the same as last year,” Dorr said.
During the Public Forum portion of the meeting, Joann Smith addressed the council, asking if she could put two trees into the parkway at her property. She listed the requirements according to the city’s ordinance and explained that what she is requesting would follow all of the city’s specifications.
“I believe I meet all of those qualifications. I know you guys like trees,” Smith said.
Smith also said there are few trees remaining on the street where she lives. Mayor Curt Thornberry explained that the council only takes formal action on agenda items, so her request would not be formally considered at this time, but he thanked her for explaining her request.
The council considered Resolution 25-25 to approve a pay change for Masin Shearer due to completion of his six-month probationary period. The resolution would increase his hourly pay from $24 to $26. Doug Long reported there have been no concerns with Shearer’s work performance, and the resolution was passed.
The next regular meeting of the council will be Monday, July 14 at 5:30 p.m. The public is welcome. Interested persons may attend in person or electronically by visiting the website https://meet.goto.com/cityofpanora or by phone 1-312-757-3121 (Access Code 295-099-701, Audio PIN 220#).