The Bridgeport City Council met on May 28, 2019. Robert Avery, from the 20/20 Census Bureau reported there is still a need for Census workers in the Bridgeport area. He encouraged interested individuals to go online to apply for a position. An accurate Census count is necessary to ensure the continued and improved services funded by the government and matching government grants.
The Councilmen discussed several other issues including the Street Scape Project, an increase in Jackson County tourism, the need for renovations at the armory, possible need of replacing the ladder truck for the fire department, needed protection for the policemen against harmful contamination from illegal drugs, and the possibility of adding a splash pad to Bridgeport.
The council acted on the following items:
• Approved a Resolution for a paving project
• Approved allowing city employees to observe both July 4 and 5 as paid holidays
Mayor Hughes reminded the public of the City Ordinance that requires citizens to maintain their yards at the height of no more than twelve inches. He stated if the yards are not maintained, then the city will mow the yard at the owner’s expense, including court cost that could be $250.00 or more. If the citizens fail to pay the fee, then a lien will be placed on their property.
The meeting was then adjourned.
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