Monterey Board Votes Nathan Walker Interim Mayor; Fires Attorney
Monterey Board of Aldermen voted Nathan Walker to serve as interim mayor at a special called meeting Monday. Walker was the only nominee made by the board to replace JJ Reels who resigned earlier this month. Walker will serve as the interim mayor, board chair, and keep his seat as a Third Ward Alderman until […]
Monterey’s Hometown Committee Proposes New Signs
New welcome signs for the City of Monterey could be set in stone at the next Board of Alderman meeting. The Hometown Project Committee met Thursday to discuss a welcome sign project. The entrance signs would be made from stone with engraved lettering. Committee Member Julie Bohannon said if the proposal is passed the signs […]
Monterey Approves Water & Sewer Increase
The Monterey Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted Monday night to increase water and sewer rates by five percent. The board approved the first ordinance reading 6-2. Aldemen Alex Garcia and JJ Reels voted against the increase. Monterey has not raised rates since 2017. “If you look at the cost of the living over the […]
