“A lot of people got a lot of assistance in every part of their life during COVID-19, and now that is starting to dry up,” said Peter Smith, noting home evictions, emergency shelter are on the rise.
The council previously discussed raising the fine for residents lacking a smart water meter in December 2021 as a way to encourage residents to install the meters.
According to Schroeder’s memo to the council, the city received two quotes for the west and south side window replacement project. Mitchell-based Puetz Design Build submitted a quote for $218,589, while Driggs’ quote amounted to $72,500.
“It’s been a dream of mine to make the store bigger, and Main Street is where I feel we will flourish,” Christie Gunkel said of the 615 N. Main St. building where she will be moving 2nd and Lawler Co to in June.