The Warren City Council heard from members of the community at their meeting on Monday, August 14.
The council first heard from Juanita Jones during public comments. She said a pawn shop was being turned into a vape shop. Her concern was businesses that take, but don’t give back to the community.
Another resident, Billy Joe Harding, told the council the property next to him was not being kept up. He said the owner has a donkey and it makes noises all night and smells bad.
Resident Virginia Phillips said the roads on west side were too narrow.
In other business, Josh Escamilla was approved to be appointed to the Civil Service Commission by the city council.
Warren Mayor Gregg Reep reported the city received two bids for roof projects on the Warren Municipal Building and the emergency services building. Mayor Reep said he wanted to consult with architects first and see how to finance the projects.
Mayor Reep also reported he received a proposal from student Seth Wyatt at Clinton School to do an economic study on how to recruit retail businesses in the city. He said it wouldn’t cost the city anything, but the city council approved to pay for mileage up to $500.
Warren Police Chief Shaun Hildreth reported the new vehicles were working and on patrol.
The city council approved an ordinance on dogs at the pound, due to the increasing number of dogs sheltered there. The ordinance states dogs must stay a minimum of five days to the maximum of 21 days before being euthanized. The ordinance went into effect immediately.
Warren Fire Chief Chuck Moore reported the fire department responded to 17 calls. He said they are keeping the tile wet on the Bryant Building. The fire department was also awarded a grant to purchase air packs. The city council approved to pay the 32 firefighter dues.
Building Official Rob Johnson said they were 99.9 percent through with the Bryant Building. The city has been in compliant with ADEQ regulations. Various property clean up complaints were discussed.
The following were approved for re-appointment to the Planning Commission for three years: Jennifer Rodriguez, James Hooper, Albert Hammons, and Dana Langsford.
The Warren Municipal Building will be closed for Labor Day on September 4.
The next city council meeting will be at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, September 11 at the Warren Municipal Building.
