The Taylorville City Council met on Monday evening and honored Joslyn Stephens, the TJHS Softball team, discussed some ordinances, reviewed committee reports, and heard from the street and sewer committee. Joslyn Stephens was honored for finishing in first place in an art competition and having her art chosen for a calendar. The Taylorville Junior High School Softball team was honored for having the most wins in a season, winning 11 games in a row, and playing for the Regional Championship.
Under ordinance updates, the Business Development district agreed with the Christian County Economic Development Corporation. Taylorville Mayor Bruce Barry says it pertained to a $19,000 payment. The council also agreed on amending the Taylorville City Code concerning cigarette and tobacco licenses, and there was a discussion concerning a motion for building permits for certain detached accessory buildings. After much discussion concerning the motion and whether a public hearing is needed, the council agreed that it would get moved to December 2nd and no action was taken.
Taylorville Mayor Bruce Barry gave his update praising the Taylorville sports teams and urging everyone to come to the Veterans Day Memorial on November 11th.
All committee actions were approved including work on the East Poplar Street Improvements project, work on the Veterans Parking Lot, and an Altorfer Fuel Sample Contract. The council heard from Tim Sutton who thanked the committee for their support for the Veterans Parking Lot and urged the council to help with the purchase of a WWII "duck" for display for the Veterans Park.
The next city council meeting is set for November 18th.









