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Jr Tigers Roar At Quad City Track

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Jr Tigers Roar At Quad City Track

Pictured: Mansfield junior girls Daisy Nelson, Trinity Triska, and Laney Wood await the start of the women’s pole vault. The three underclassmen were Mansfield’s leading scorers at the Junior Quad City Meet on April 12

Showing their depth, Mansfield’s Lady Tigers roared the loudest as the champions of the Junior Quad City Meet at home on April 12.

The junior Lady Tigers took advantage of the games committee’s opening up the meet to four athletes per individual event. In 10 of 13 individual events, the crew flooded the entries with competitive people that scored in bunches. The results took them to their second consecutive team victory and the third such finish this season.

Mansfield’s girls closed strong with 60 points in the final four events to overtake their nearest challenger by 10 points. The MJH girls scored 239 total points. Waldron closed too little too late with 229 points for second place in the team standings.

Trey Powell has been the junior Tiger’s top sprinter this track season

Waldron reversed the trend in the boy’s division by running away with the top spot with 242 total points. Mansfield edged conference rival Magazine in the race for second place by posting 150 total points compared to the Rattler’s 98.

The Tiger women went 2nd, 3rd, and 6th in the 300m hurdles. That was followed by 1st and 3rd in the 800m run. That was followed by 1st, 4th, and 5th in the 200m dash before closing with a 2nd place result in the 4x400m relay.

Addison Bowman, Daisy Nelson, and Madison Hearron surged in the 300m hurdles. Trinity Triska led a strong field in the 800m run along with teammate Laney Wood. Then Carter Whiley hit a home run in the 200m dash with support from Aayilah Summers and Presley Curry.

“We closed really well with some of our strongest events,” recognized Mansfield coach John Mackey. “We were disappointed not to win our previous home meet. So, tonight was some sweet revenge along with last week’s major win at Waldron.”

Carter Whiley approaches the high jump at the Mansfield hosted Quad City Meet. Whiley also won the women’s 200m dash with a time of 29.43

Nelson, just a seventh-grader, was the highest point-getter in the women’s division with 36.5 points. She scored in six events including an individual victory in the 100m hurdles (17.82) and a team win in the 4x100m cooperative (55.83). She was second in the pole vault (7’ 0”), fourth in the 100m dash (14.37), fourth in the long jump (14’ 2”), and third in the 300m hurdles (58.56).

Mansfield’s Laney Wood took two first places and scored in four other events to push for high point status at 36.0 points. The eighth-grader won the pole vault (7’ 6”) and the 1600m run (6:29.33). 

Wood was also the third leg on two second-place relay teams. Those were the 4x800m relay (12:08.58) and the 4x400m relay (4:54.16). Additionally, she was third in both the triple jump (28’ 0.5”) and 800m run (2:58.48).

Triska’s win in the women’s 800m run was the team’s eighth such placement over the course of the 17 event schedule at the Quad City Meet. The eighth-grader pushed the high point pack with 33 points of her own scoring individually in the pole vault (3rd – 6’ 6”), triple jump (4th – 27’ 10”), and 400m dash (2nd – 1:11.09).

Joseph Carter completes a lap of the men’s 4x800m relay team for the junior Tigers

Another Tiger seventh-grader Kaylee Ward took two other victories on the night. The rising star in several sports for the Tigers pitched a personal best in the shot put (37’ 1”) along with a gold medal toss of the discus (80’ 4”).

Two more relays provided heavy dividends for the Lady Tigers. Summers, Whiley, Bowman, and Nelson torched the 4x100m sprint teams by more than three seconds for the gold. Curry, Raine Hecox, Azlynn Stover, and Shelbie Fuller came on in the 4x200m relay for silver.

The Tiger men were led by Trey Powell. Looking more and more like the fastest sprinter in the 2A-4 conference, Powell won both the 100m dash (12.26) and the 200m dash (26.02).

Powell was credited with 30.5 points for the meet. He scored in the long jump (6th – 17’ 0”), high jump (3rd – 4’ 8”), and anchored the bronze medal 4x100m relay team (52.99).

Trinity Triska catches air time in the triple jump

Austin Ruiz gave value in the 400m dash and pole vault with a pair of third-place finishes. Dominic Shores did similarly in the 110m high hurdles and the 300m intermediate hurdles.

Cisco Fildes moved up as the silver medalist in the men’s discus. He spun the 1kg discus 104’ 10”. Sammy Sellers added to the discus points with a 95’ 1” toss for fifth place.

Sellers, Dakota Langford, and Turner Wright all scored in the shot put going 2nd, 3rd, and 7th in that event.

Shores, Toby Towe, and Alex Hecox collected 25 points through the hurdles. The trio also helped through the relay events.

Mansfield’s men were first in the 4x200m relay. They were third in the other three baton passing events.

Josiah Fildes set his personal record in the 1600m run at 5:38.17. It was worthy of the silver medal.

Fildes also anchored the bronze award-winning 4x800m relay team with Joseph Carter, Rylan Nichols, and Jonah Martin.

Boston Elmore goes over the pole vault bar at a recent Mansfield meet. Elmore has been consistently clearing 8 feet for the Tiger junior boys team


God is in the Details

Madison VanRavensway
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God is in the Details

Having a bug obsessed kid means that I’m always looking around me when I’m outside. He loves when we find little creatures, especially different ones.

Recently I have introduced him to inch worms, one of my favorite little things. Today as we played outside I found the tiniest inch worm I have ever seen. As soon as Jensen took it, it fell off the leaf.

He wandered back to what he had been doing before my discovery and I thought about the significance of tiny things. Of course I see God in the big, elaborate creations of His. In the intricate ways we as humans work, and the miracles in lives of those who are sick and healed. I love the light that comes on in the eyes of fellow believers when they talk about what God has done for them. But I also really see God in the tiniest of details. In the way drops form on flowers as if placed there by His hand. The way mother birds know to make a nest and care for their young. And yes, even in the teeny tiniest of little inch worms, working their way along, eating a piece of clover.

“For in him all things were created:things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him.” -Colossians 1:16

Community Recalls Tornado Devastation 53 Years Later

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Community Recalls Tornado Devastation 53 Years Later

It is a day that many in the Greenwood community still recall with vivid detail, April 19, 1968. Even 53 years later, the anniversary date evokes memories of that devastating day.

This Associated Press article preceded the final death toll of 14.

DEATH TOLL IN GREENWOOD TORNADO REACHES 13
STATE POLICE FEAR MORE BODIES HIDDEN IN WRECKAGE
A tornado that devastated this western Arkansas town Friday killed at least 13 persons, police said today, as the search for additional victims resumed.
More than 270 persons were treated for injuries, either at hospitals in nearby Fort Smith or in an emergency medical center established in the library here, state police said.
The tornado swooped out of a spring thunderstorm at 3:23 p.m. Friday and slammed into the business district, leveling about half of the buildings on the town square and heavily damaging most of the others.
It also slashed through residential neighborhoods on either side of the square as it cut a trail of destruction half a mile long and 200 feet wide.
“It’s the roughest thing we ever had,” said Mayor Ed Hall, who estimated that two-thirds of the town of 2,000 was destroyed.
A shuttle of ambulances carried the more seriously injured to Fort Smith, 18 miles to the north.
State Police Capt. Damon Wilson said the first search was not thorough and that he was fearful more bodies would be found today.
The heaviest damage was on the square, a cluster of two-story brick buildings, most of them more than half a century old.
The bell tower and third story of the ancient courthouse toppled into the street.

Mansfield Hosts Meet For Twelve More Schools

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Mansfield Hosts Meet For Twelve More Schools

Pictured: Danielle Lille, Brooke Wright, and Makayla Strutton are Mansfield’s three seniors supporting the Lady Tiger track team. They are pictured here with Mansfield coach John Mackey

Mansfield put on another show for a dozen more schools as part of their second round of home track and field meets. This latest event, originally established for four local schools, was billed as the Senior High Quad City Meet. Entries were extended to 12 attending schools leaving the original moniker open to confusion.

“Years ago we started doing a smaller last chance qualifying meet for just a few schools,” explained Mansfield coach John Mackey. “To be legal four schools had to attend. We always added a few more in case somebody had to pull out. This year we extended invitations to some of the smaller schools that were blocked from other area meets due to covid restrictions.”

Although schools were allowed up to four entries per individual event, the meet remained small in nature. Several schools opted to load-manage their athletes in search of pre-qualify marks.

Mansfield focused on developing their depth and finding reps for their dual-sport kids. The strategy for the April 13 home meet, according to their coach, fulfilled the needs of the Tigers.

“We only had a few opportunities with our dual sports players,” said Mackey. “This gave us another chance to get them prepared for the conference. If it takes putting on another meet, it’s worth it for those kids that play everything in the spring.”

Mansfield scored in several places in the medals only meet. Collectively the senior girls amassed 162 points. It was good for second place in the standings although official team trophies were not awarded.

Waldron was the unofficial winner of the meet with 180.50 points in the women’s rankings.

The Tiger men took third place in the unofficial results. They had 77 total points. Waldron collected 207 while Acorn had 84.

The Lady Tigers did well once again in the hurdles and throwing events.

Makayla Strutton won the 300m low hurdles in her second race of the season over the eight barrier race. Madelen Jones, Danielle Lillie, and Jadelynn Wood all pointed through high marks in either the 100m highs or 300m lows.

Brooke Wright and Skylynn Harris led a solid fit from the throwing sectors. Wright went 88’ 8” for second place in the discus. Harris went 30’ 9” for third in the shot put.

Six Mansfield female throwers all placed giving the team a 38 point boost from the two events. Those scoring along with Wright and Harris included Brooklyn Adams, Sarah Fisher, Seven Sanderson, and Alayna Turner.

As always the men throwers off the Tiger team also did their part. Senior Bri Sanderson won both the shot (38’ 9.5”) and discus (127’ 11”). Junior Shawn Brown was third in the shot (36’ 3”) and fourth in the discus (92’ 7”).

Mansfield’s men won the 4x200m relay with a mark of 1:43.21. John Branche, Tyler Escalante, Victor Steffen, and Tommy Phang populated that winning sprint team.

The Lady Tigers took two seconds and two-thirds in their relay events. Katlynn Moore, Darby Jones, Faith Rainwater, and Wood handled the longer cooperatives. Haylee Helms, Shelby Cole, Cassidy Carlton, and Wood handled the 4x200m grouping.

Rainwater, Jones, Strutton, and Lillie clocked in at 55.94 to take second in the 4x100m sprint. They finished behind Booneville.

Jones reached her personal record in the long jump. The sophomore jumped 15’ 6” for the silver medal. Along with that career-best horizontal hop, Jones completed a full six-event slate for the first time this season. The result was a high point nod of 34 points in the women’s division.

Jones was second in both hurdle events, the 100m hurdles (17.70) and 300m hurdles (55.69). She was fourth in the high jump (4’ 4”) and sixth in the 200m dash (29.59). Her final two points came from a split in points off the second-place 4x100m relay.

Rainwater pitched in 24 points while Strutton added 22 for the Tiger women. Senior Victor Steffen tossed in 14.5 points for the Tiger men.

Steffen was third in the high jump (5’ 6”), third in the 300m hurdles (50.28), and eighth in the long jump (18’ 0”).

Local Runner Awarded At Conference Finals

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Local Runner Awarded At Conference Finals

Pictured: Former Mansfield distance runner Megan Rose among three Southeastern Oklahoma State University track athletes that earned the Distinguished Scholar Athlete Award

Expectations surrounding the Southeastern Oklahoma State University track and field team were mild when the season began. After the Great American Conference Track Championships on Saturday night, the results were brighter than anticipated including a special award bestowed upon a local product.

The Savage Storm was picked to finish seventh in the GAC women’s division as the abbreviated track season began prior to spring. Behind the strength of four top-three finishes and five other point-getters, the school from Durant, Oklahoma climbed to fourth out of 13 attending schools at the GAC Finals on April 16-17.

Among the awards shared throughout the weekend meet was one that went to Southeastern junior Megan Rose, a former Mansfield distance runner. Rose along with teammates Lindsay Klasek and Sierra Parks each earned the Distinguished Scholar Athlete Award.

The prestigious award was given based upon a student-athlete earning at least 70 credit hours and having at least a 3.90 cumulative GPA.

“We are really proud of Megan and all her accomplishments since graduating from Mansfield,” said Rose’s former high school coach John Mackey. “Her athletic abilities came from an intense work ethic. This shows she has just as much commitment to the academic side of college as she does the athletics.”

Rose had solid racing numbers around the track at the Magnolia, Arkansas hosted conference showdown. The third-year track athlete ran both the 1500m and 800m runs.

Her 1500m time was 5:24.98. The high school equivalent would be a 1600m time in 5:46. That pace was good enough for 29th place among a legion of conference runners.

In the 800m run, Rose pushed the pace even faster. She clipped off a 2:39.09 for the two-lap event. That measure was good for 24th place in the large-scale meet.

Teammate Jessie Sanchez was the team’s leading scorer winning two GAC individual championships. Sanchez, a freshman from Stillwell, Oklahoma, won both the 200m (24.82) and 400m (56.41) dashes. Each was SOSU school records.

As a group, the Savage Storm produced 11 school records and 23 personal records at the conference finals. Among that were two gold, one silver, and one bronze medal for their GAC final’s effort.

Arkansas Youth Hunters Check More Than 800 Turkeys

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Arkansas Youth Hunters Check More Than 800 Turkeys

Randy Zellers Assistant Chief of Communications

Strong winds may have dampened the sound of some gobblers last weekend, but there was no dampening the spirit of the youths participating in the 2021 Arkansas turkey youth hunt. Hunters 6 to 15 years old managed to harvest 813 birds between Saturday and Sunday’s hunts. 

Jeremy Wood, AGFC turkey program coordinator, says the preliminary numbers are slightly below last year’s total of 889, but well above the 691 birds harvested in 2019. 

Not only did the youth hunters do well in spite of breezy weather, the harvest focused on adult gobblers. Wood hopes the trend increases gobbler carryover into next year.

“Even though youths are allowed one immature gobbler as part of their two-bird seasonal limit, 79 percent of the turkeys checked during the youth hunt were mature birds,” Wood said. “Studies have shown jakes contribute very little, if any, to reproductive success in their first year, so the more of these birds that survive the spring hunting season, the better chance they have to breed hens and contribute to reproductive success next year.”   

Hunters who look at current checked turkey totals through the AGFC’s website may notice some discrepancies between these totals and numbers available online. 

“We have to use two vendors to manage the online checks, telephone checking and checking through the AGFC mobile app,” Wood said. “It can take a few days to update numbers from all the different sources.” 

Wood reminds mentors that even though the youth hunt is over they can still take a youth any time during the season. This year, the AGFC enacted a new regulation that hunters may only take one turkey during the first seven days of the regular turkey season, but that does not include turkeys taken during the youth hunt. 

“If a youth got a bird during the youth hunt, they can still hunt like normal during the regular season to try for their second turkey,” Wood said. “And with many hunters getting their first bird within the first day or two of the season opener, they may just want to take a youth along to help them get a turkey and share the experience. Getting your first turkey of the year doesn’t even come close to the feeling of helping someone else get their first turkey.”

Arkansas’s regular turkey season opens April 19, and Wood is hoping the seven-day rest between the youth hunt and the opener will allow gobblers to relax from hunting pressure and resume their search for receptive hens. He says the delay also may help hunters’ chances of hearing some gobblers, as many will still be looking for hens that have not yet gone to nest.

“I’ve been hearing reports of birds actively engaged in breeding activity during the past weekend and the early part of this week, which is to be expected,” Wood said. “The bulk majority of breeding activity typically occurs April 10-19. This year, with many females having been bred and actively engaged in laying or incubation behaviors, gobblers should be increasing their gobbling activity to attempt to breed with any remaining unbred hens or hens that have lost an early clutch, right in time for the regular season opener.”

Wood also stresses that hunters should take a good look at the 2021 Arkansas Turkey Hunting Guidebook, as many regulations were changed last year to promote Arkansas’s turkey population while maintaining healthy hunting opportunities. Click here for an article on some of the notable changes from last year.

Pay Attention to “Repetition”

Tammy Teague
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By Vestal Hutchens

From the dictionary:
Repetition – repeated utterance or reiteration.
Repetitious – characterized by undue and tedious repetition.
Repetition (in rhetoric) is the repeating or reiteration of the same word, or the same sense in different words, for the purpose of making a deeper impression on the audience (i.e. the hearer or reader).

From the above dictionary excerpts, we observe that repetition can have either a positive or a negative aspect. It can be boring, distracting, frustrating; even maddening (undue, tedious). Taken to the extreme, it can be torturous and even deadly (ex: Chinese Water Torture).

However, I would like to examine two positive aspects of repetition. First, it is a way in which we learn; a teaching tool. Think about how you learned your ABCs in preparation for learning to read, or in memorizing Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes.

Secondly, repetition is widely used in writing and speaking to emphasize and drive home the importance of a subject, concept, or idea (making a deeper impression).

In the fall of 2018, teaching an adult Sunday School class, and emphasizing the importance of repetition in Genesis chapter one, I discovered something I had never before seen. Nor has it been noticed by anyone else I have since shared it with. That includes pastors, teachers, writers, scientist, laity, clergy, anyone.

There are many things repeated in Genesis, chapter one. For example phrases such as “morning and evening,” “after its kind,” “God said,” “God saw,” “God made,” “God created,” and individual words such as “God” (Elohim), “day,” the word “and,” and in the adjective, “good.”

Incidentally, the Hebrew word “waw,” translated “and,” “then,” or “so,” begins every single verse of Genesis chapter one, except verse 1. This is a powerful linguistic proof that Genesis chapter one is a sequential, historical record of what God did; in no grammatical way can it be a myth, a typology, poetry, or anything other than a historical, sequential narrative of God’s creative acts.

My discovery, however, has to do with the adjective word “good.” I had always thought that God used the word “good” about each of the six days of creation week. (So also every single individual I’ve shared this with.) Closer examination, however, reveals that at the close of day two, God simply says “The evening and morning were the 2nd day.” Days one, three, four, five, and six all have the adjective “good” applied to the actions taken on those days, but not day two.

This begs the question – why skip “good” on day two? The answer, I think, involves God’s character, nature, and attributes, as well as His creative actions of day two. God is omniscient, “knowing the end from the beginning.” Therefore, on day two, He already knew that in a little over one thousand years, because of sin, the thought of every man would be wholly wicked (except for Noah), and He would destroy His creation with a global flood. (Genesis 6:5-7)

The very creative actions of day two were the very mechanisms of that destructions. (Genesis 1:6-8) The waters above… (the vapor canopy, collapsing and giving 40 days and nights of continual rain), and the waters under… (the fountain of the great deep, i.e. the seas).

The very works of God’s hands on day two would be used to destroy all the works of His hands on all six days (because of sin). This grieved God’s heart (Genesis 6:5-7). He did not say it was “bad”; He just didn’t say it was “good.”

Repetition, especially in God’s word even when there is a “skip” in it is there to teach us something.

Pay attention to “Repetition.”

Walker Commits to Williams Baptist

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Walker Commits to Williams Baptist

Center stage in H.B. Stewart Bulldog Arena, Olivia Walker stood among friends and family for a special moment in her high school career.

Walker, signed a letter of intent to extend her golfing aspirations at the collegiate level, with Walnut Ridge based Williams Baptist.

Stepping back, Walker’s kindhearted personality, work ethic, and infectious smile can be misleading when it comes to her athletic pursuits.

Olivia Walker signs with Williams Baptist College on Golf scholarship
The signature seals the deal.

Her prowess on the basketball court and soccer field led to an intimidating, and elusive figure with quick feet, and strategic thought processes. But, since 2017 the game of golf is the sport where her faith, and focus identified a career path through sport.

“Olivia is a true team player. She worked so hard to get better for the team the past 3 seasons. She made her self a better golfer and learned that all the hard work does pay off in the end. Not only for herself but for the team. Really going to miss having her on the team.”

– Greenwood High School Golf Coach, Ronnie Sockey

Aside from her accomplishments on and off the golf course, Walker’s character is what truly sets her apart, and stands out. That being said, one of the key components Williams Baptist Golf Coach looked at with Walker was her ability to be a cornerstone student athlete for his growing team.

“I’m so glad to be blessed with the opportunity to play college golf at Williams Baptist and I would like to thank everyone at greenwood for making it possible, especially all my coach’s and family that have helped me along the way.”

– Olivia Walker

Following up on a major in biology at Williams Baptist, Walker will attend Arkansas Colleges of Health Education

Williams Baptist Golf Coach, Zane Wright made the trip from Walnut Ridge to Greenwood to personally show his support of their latest commit. Wright commented, “We’re very excited to add Olivia to our roster and hope to have a very strong season next year.”

What Should a Firefighter Carry in Their Pockets?

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What Should a Firefighter Carry in Their Pockets?

Firefighting equipment has evolved over time to become more compact while still maintaining efficiency. Firefighters always carry a myriad of firefighting pocket tools with them to remain ready for different tactical missions. If you’re pursuing this first responder career, you might be asking, “what should a firefighter carry in their pockets?” Discover which materials a firefighter should keep on their person.

Wire Cutters

You should carry wire cutters or pliers with you on the job to help manipulate any entangled wiring. It’s common to run into wiring issues, especially in electrical fire scenarios.

Wire cutters will also allow you to cut HVAC duck wiring or any other thin metals. Tools with longer handles make it easier to handle the instrument when wearing gloves.

Webbing

Tubular webbing is versatile equipment that is compact enough to get stored in your turnout gear. Webbing can assist you in forcible door entry or in rescuing personnel on the scene of a fire.

Webbing comes in various lengths, typically spanning upwards of 50 feet. Be sure to properly store your webbing so you don’t have to untangle it when in a hurry.

A Flashlight

Every firefighter should carry a reliable flashlight in their pocket. Flashlights are a necessity for navigating enclosed or smoky spaces and safely moving through structures at night.

Select a flashlight that you can hook or hand onto your gear. This will free up your hands while illuminating the space ahead.

Door Chocks

Door chocks are especially useful for firefighters, since they have a variety of purposes. They’re critical to firefighter safety, as chocks prop and secure doors open for seamless rescue endeavors. You should keep about four or five door chocks on you.

Combo Screwdriver

Always keep a quality combo screwdriver in your pockets. Though not typically considered a rescue pocket tool, a combination screwdriver is often needed in overhaul situations.

Gloves

Firefighters can almost always be seen wearing gloves when on a rescue mission. You’ll need to keep different pairs of gloves with you—rescue, tactical, and firefighting—to best protect your hands on various missions.

Mansfield City Council Meets, Talks Water Rates

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Mansfield City Council Meets, Talks Water Rates

The Mansfield City Council met in regular session on Thursday evening, April 15 at 6 p.m. Members present were Bobby Musgrove, Sheri Hopkins, Beverly Lyons, James Steele, and Julie Thomas. Councilwoman Jan Carlton was absent. Also present, Mayor Buddy Black and Recorder/Treasurer Becky Walker.

After approving the March 18, 2021 meeting minutes and financials, the council heard the city services reports.

Fire Chief Michael Smith reported a total of 21 calls, one fire and 20 EMS. He presented bids for a thermal imaging kit and a Ready Rack washer and dryer. Smith stated that he is still waiting for bids on the air cascade system. The department had one resignation and added one new member. Smith concluded by reporting issues with the Freightliner, and the leaking roof inside the bay.

Police Chief Wayne Robb presented his report, noting the department had 35 calls, 17 agency assists, nine school calls 10 total incident/arrest reports, two accident reports, 140 traffic stops, 108 warnings, one drug arrest, four adult arrests, and eight animal calls. In total, the department participated in eight and a half hours of training.

Robb also stated that West Fraser had donated $500 to purchase a portable breathalyzer for officers to use in the field.

Public Works Director Joe Manes was not present, however, Wastewater Operator Tony Gregory presented the department’s report. Gregory stated that the Public Works Department had performed 81 work orders, installed a new pump, and checked the valves at the out-of-town pump station. He noted that pump hours had dropped from 16-18 hours to five-six hours per 24 hour period. He added that cameras were being installed at the sewer plant and that the U.V. bulbs and crystals had been replaced.

City Attorney Travis Plummer addressed the council, reporting on the status of the Carlton de-annexation case, which is nearing completion.

In items of unfinished business, Mayor Black presented water rates from surrounding cities. “We have to address our water rates,” stated Black. “We are behind. It is gonna hurt, but we gotta do something.” Plummer stated that any action on increasing water rates would require a new ordinance. No official action was taken.

Under items of new business, a motion was made by Councilman Steele and seconded by Musgrove to amend the minutes of the October 15, 2020 meeting. The motion carried unanimously.

The next item on the agenda, a discussion on purchasing two vacant lots on Howard Street from Martin Funeral Home. Black proposed the two lots be utilized for parking. The council discussed the cost of future resurfacing and the estimated expense of filling up a well on the property. No action was taken, and the matter was tabled.

Additionally, no action was taken on the next two items on the agenda, the fire department roof repair, and police department floor repair. Black is awaiting an additional bid for the roof of the fire department and bids are being taken for the floor repair at the police station.

Next on the agenda, a discussion on the trash ordinance. “Lots of trash was not picked up last week,” stated Black. Ordinance 2019-4 limits the number of trash bags that the city will pick up. Black added that it is unsanitary, especially during this period of COVID, to leave household trash on the side of the road. “I don’t think this is an issue with the ordinance,” Councilman Steele stated. “I think this is a personnel issue.” Black stated that he had addressed the problem, and felt that it had been resolved.

The last item of business, appointing a third check signer. Black recommended Councilwoman Lyons be appointed to fill that role. Steele made the motion to accept Black’s recommendation, Hopkins seconded, and the motion carried with Lyons abstaining.

Before adjourning, Black announced the Spring Countywide Cleanup scheduled for Saturday, May 8 from 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Public Works Department.

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