The Centre City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday afternoon. The planning session started at 4:30 PM, followed by the Council Meeting at 5:00 PM in the Council Chambers.

Key Decisions Made:

  • Youth Prevention Conference: The Council approved a $1,000 expense for the CED Mental Health Youth Prevention Conference, which will take place on February 11th at Gadsden State Cherokee Arena.
  • Plant Sale: The Master Gardener’s Plant Sale was scheduled and approved for April 12th at the City Park.
  • Dumpsters Purchase: An expense of $12,100 was approved to purchase dumpsters from T&S Welding of Centre for the Street Department.
  • Softball Complex Fencing: The Council approved a quote of $6,410.07 from Richardson Athletics for temporary outfield fencing at the softball complex.
  • Police Department Training: At the request of Police Chief Blankenship, the Council approved $3,000 for ammunition to be used for training purposes. Chief Blankenship emphasized the need for more training to ensure the safety of Centre’s citizens.
  • Art In The Park Project: A $3,000 expense was approved for the Art In The Park Project, scheduled for April 5th, led by Chad Steed.

After these discussions, the Council adjourned the regular meeting and entered an executive session to discuss the purchase or sale of property.

Next Meeting: The next Centre City Council meeting will take place on February 11th at 5:00 PM in the Council Chambers.