Crain Street Residents Concerned About Safety, Speeding
Complaints about the safety of Monterey’s Crain Street prompted the Aldermen to schedule a meeting on what can be done to assist residents, pedestrians and motorists. Crain Street resident Brian Williams said the street has become a race track. He said the issue became worse when Burks Elementary officials rerouted traffic onto Crain Street. “Back […]
Monterey Aldermen Approve Budget On Final Reading
Monterey Board of Aldermen adopted a budget for the upcoming fiscal year after its third reading. The budget includes a three percent property tax increase. The process began with a 17-cent increase. With effort and consideration, the board cut some of the tourism marketing and department purchases budget to compensate and prevent a more significant […]
Bid for Monterey Kayak Launch Dock Approved
Monterey Board of Aldermen approved a bid to construct a Kayak Launch Dock Monday at Meadow Creek Park. The launching dock will be wheelchair accessible and consist of a walkway to the kayak ramp. Monterey Mayor Mark Farley said this is one of many steps in improving the park. “Well that’s just a little more […]
Monterey May Move Flea Market To Lot South Of Museum
Monterey yard sellers may be moved to the city-owned parking lot south of the Monterey Depot Museum, reserving farmer’s market parking for its intended purpose. Monterey Alderman Alex Garcia said the city discussed marking off spots at the new location to allow the flea market sales to keep operating. He said this was the best […]
Monterey Alderman To Consider Tax Relief For Shopping Center
A shopping center owner asked the Monterey Aldermen for a break on his property tax bill because the property is frequently used for town events. Brad Vaughn told the Aldermen Monday night that the shopping center parking lot containing a Dollar General and Monterey Drugs is used for almost all town park activities. The property […]
Monterey Alderman Create Committee To Select Rail Trail Project Engineers
Monterey Alderman approved the formation of a new committee to evaluate the five plans submitted to engineer a rail trail extension project. Cultural Administrator Rafferty Cleary said the five-year project will extend the town’s rail trail, add sidewalks, and address drainage at Monterey’s Whitaker Park. Cleary said the project will be funded by a grant […]
