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Taylorville City Council Approves Budgets; Hires New Police Officer

The City of Taylorville met for its regular city council meeting. After Taylorville Police Officer Troy Kissel was sworn in, the Aldermen heard from Bailey Hancock, Recreational Director of the Taylorville Park District on the new proposed swimming pool. Hancock says that she is not asking for help from the Council on the project, just support.

 

 

The project is expected to cost $7.2 million with a referendum being voted on in April. The referendum can only cover $6.5 million. After approval of minutes, the council approved some ordinances and heard from Taylorville Mayor Bruce Barry.

 

 

The Aldermen heard from Steve Craggs with Smalltown Taylorville to discuss a budget of $92,478. Craggs says that the results are proof that the money on advertising is working.

 

 

City Council approved that budget. The Aldermen also heard public comments from many members of the AFSCME Union who were upset about the dress code policy changes.  Some were upset at the policy in general, while others were more upset that policies were changed, without first notifying the union. 

 

The next City Council meeting is set for April 3rd. 

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