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Litter and code enforcement on West Front Street
A resident called West Front Street between Clinton and Rock 'filthy,' with litter concentrated around businesses, and asked why inspectors aren't acting. Staff cited the citation-fine process and pledged more frequent enforcement in the area.
2 mentions (2 this month)Last discussed Oct 13, 2026
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Police firearms replacement and 1033 program
The council approved $214,042.50 to replace 152 police handguns and joined the federal 1033 surplus equipment program. Residents objected, calling it military equipment with no local control over future use; the police director said equipment is used for rescues and the department follows a guardian model.
2 mentions (2 this month)Last discussed Oct 13, 2026