The Ferron City Council meeting, held on July 12, had standing room only. Every seat was full. More than 80 percent of the citizens that attended were present for one reason: gas. For over a year, fuel has not been available in Ferron City limits. Ferron City has a problem and the citizens have decided to tackle it.
A new Ferron City Council Member has been appointed and sworn to the oath of office. The vote was down to two applications: Jacqueline Wilde and Joe Trenery. After a tie, Joe drew a straw to break the tie. He pulled the longer straw and was sworn into office.
Every quarter the Ferron City Council nominates a citizen and an employee to be recognized. For the citizen recognition, Wendy Price nominated Dusty Justice. Dusty was described as the “Ferron go to man” by Mayor Justice. If someone needs something, Dusty will be right there. He is the “Muscle Man.” For the Employee of the Quarter, Tammy Bennett was proudly nominated. The Mayor stated that she “goes above and beyond. This city wouldn’t run without her and we appreciate everything she does.” The council thanked her for her 12 years of service to the city.
In Emery County, there are many volunteer services, but they are hard to find. Just Serve is a non-profit organization, which benefits the community and allows volunteers to easily find somewhere to assist. Melinda Meccariello approached the council to spread awareness of this site. Anyone can post projects, but there are guidelines to the site. To find out more visit www. Justserve.org.
In the Mayors Park, the war memorial has exceeded expectations. Over 600 names will be added to the memorial. Spell check for each veteran is already underway. The deadline for this project is Peach Days, where it will be dedicated after the parade.
One year has passed without gas in the Ferron City limits. For this year, everyone including the Fire Department and the Park Service must drive to Castle Dale for gas. To tackle this problem, the city has property and would like to see a gas station. Justin Snow spoke to the council and citizens about this problem. All the citizens in attendance had a strong reaction to help him get the gas. The Pierce Oil offered to donate tanks to help, and the citizens offered their support. The first step towards a gas station is a public hearing which will be held on July 27 at 7 p.m. at the City Council building. Everyone is welcome to attend. Oppositions will be heard during the public hearing as well.
All new houses that are being built will have to pay an Index fee instead of a water share plus connection fee. An ordinance was passed later in the meeting.
It is time to start planning Peach Days. This year the council has plans to “make it big”. This year, instead of the Demolition Derby, the council has decided to have a mud bog. However, plans are still being discussed for this year’s Peach Days.
In Ferron City talk of new gas station
Joe Trenery was appointed to the Ferron City council. Danyale Service