Waitsburg City Council Update

WAITSBURG— The Waitsburg City Council met on Wednesday, April 15 via conference call. Mayor Marty Dunn, Councilmembers Jim Romine, Kevin House, Kate Hockersmith, KC Kuykendall, and Terry Jacoy were present. Incoming council members David Paxton, Karen Gregutt and Karl Newell were present, as well as city administrator Randy Hinchliffe.

The council reviewed and certified the 2020 Election results. Hockersmith, Kuykendall and Jacoy stepped down and voters filled the empty positions with Gregutt, Newell and Paxton. Marty Dunn was re-elected as mayor.

Randy Hinchliffe presented the board with a Flood Control Assistance Account Program (FCAAP) grant agreement. If approved, the City of Waitsburg could receive a grant for approximately $33,000 to help cover costs of flood repair. The grant money would be used to help cover costs incurred in hauling riprap, gravel, and other materials for dike repair. The council voted to approve the grant agreement as presented.

Mayor Marty Dunn thanked the outgoing council members for their hard work and dedication over the years. He also welcomed the new council members and said he looks forward to working with them.

Terry Jacoy stated that his time on the council had been a great learning experience and he felt his voice was no longer strong enough to be heard on the council. He wished the new council members well wishes.

Kate Hockersmith welcomed the new council members and thanked everyone for their time on the council. Hockersmith will remain on the Emergency Preparedness Committee.

During the administrator’s report, Hinchliffe opened himself up for questions concerning the dumpsters that BDI provided for flood debris. BDI is waiting to see if Waitsburg will receive FEMA assistance before deciding how to bill the City.

The Waitsburg City Council will continue to meet via conference call until the temporary gathering bans have lifted. The public is welcome to participate in public comments and listen in on these meetings by using the call-in numbers found on the city website, http://www.cityofwaitsburg.com.