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Property and clean up continues to be issues within the City of Magee. During the regular scheduled Alderman meeting Tuesday night two properties were presented to the board as being in a state of uncleanness and a concern of public health. Both properties are located in Ward 2. First property is located at 202 3rd Ave SW and the second property is located at 603 5th Ave NW. A public herring will be held on February 7th at the regular scheduled Board of Alderman meeting on both properties.
Penny Aguirre was introduced to the board of Alderman as the new Zoning Director for the City of Magee. Ms. Aguirre met before the board and advised what she had discovered and what she plans on implementing in the coming weeks.
Baseball and softball registration for the City of Magee has started. Parents may registered their children at City Hall between now and February 14, 2022. The season will start March 21, 2022. Contact City Hall at 601-849-3334 for additional information.
Phillip Magee reported the Fire Station received 228 calls for the 2022 year. Michael Allan was able to find a grant to allow the fire department to purchase gear extraction. The city would pay $1,000.00 and the grant writer would receive $953.00 fee. The equipment will allow the gear to dry in 3 to 4 hours in comparison to a full day. The board approved two new volunteer fire fighters for the city. Garrison Ashley and Carson Boehs.
Magee discussed with the board issues regarding the roof at City Hall. Inspections resulted in the roof needing repairing. Sealed bids will be taken and opened during the February 7, 2022 board meeting. All bids contractors must be licensed by the state.
A concern arose with the dog catcher for the City and when an animal can be removed from a property. A due process must be followed. The new dog ordinance and the steps that must be taken will help to have a better understanding of what can and can not be done.
The meeting entered executive session.
Next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 17, 2022.
A video of the meeting is attached below.
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