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“There are a lot of people who live in Mitchell who never really do much at the lake. Why should they be asked to pay more fees for people that benefit from living on the lake?" Scott Houwman asked.

The city would be forced to close off Main Street for potentially a whole day or longer to remove snow if diagonal parking were implemented, which sparked a shocking reaction for Councilman Dan Allen

According to Everson, the trio of candidates who were being considered for the fire chief role were all internal applicants who work for the city.

"It was a great day to see it open again and members getting back in the water," Recreation Center Director Kevin DeVries said.

The engineers’ investigation into the sediment concluded that the highest concentration of phosphorus was found in the northwest portions of the lake, especially near the west end bridge.

Mitchell Salvation Army Captain Bill Middendorp said roughly 30 of the clients the Salvation Army served on a regular basis in February were considered homeless.

Mayor Bob Everson said revenue made from the sale of the lots, if voters approve the ballot measure in June, would be used to fund future Lake Mitchell clean up efforts.

During Monday’s meeting, Mayor Bob Everson said there have been recent complaints against Speedy Taxi owner Dustin Feistner that have surfaced. In response, Feistner said “That’s understandable.”

Mayor Bob Everson revoked Speedy Taxi owner Dustin Feistner's license in early March after he was arrested for alleged possession of methamphetamine.

Installing vehicle detection technology at Mitchell intersections currently lacking it was one recommendation for city leaders to improve traffic flow.