Town Hall meeting held for Precinct 3 discussion

A public Pct. 3 Town Hall meeting was held March 18 at the Marlin City Hall.  

At least 37 Marlin citizens from local precincts were given the opportunity to ask questions and share their concerns with Mayor Pro-Tem Debra Levels-McDavid, Pct. 3 and MRG Group representative, Engineer Gill Gregory,regarding the flooding and washed out roads in Pct 3. 

Starting April 7, 2024, the Phase I (of two),425 days projectincludes First, Falls, Samuel, Lincoln, and Bennett Streets. Engineer Gregory re-emphasized the importance of practicing safety measures during the project phase. He pointed out the purpose is to remove the water off the ground allowing it to flow to the water pond at the City Park.  

Illegal dumping concerns were facilatated  by Pam Kelly and County Pct. 1Constable Jonathan Shoemaker. As stated, in order to control unwanted illegal dumping,citizens need to be educated and trash dumping will continue until laws are enforced. Constable Shoemaker noted that often when people are paid to dispose of trash, by law, the owners should have a receipt of payment and ID of person who hauls off the trash. 

Council member McDavid announced there is a group who is planning a South End Clean-Up Day. It was recommended to provide large dumpsters in designated areas/time frame for the public to use.  Also noted is the upcoming Falls County Trash/Tire Collection Day, May 4, 8:30 am to Noon adjacent to the County Jail and in Chilton.

Citizens who were in attendance but reside in other city precincts inquired how to get similar meetings and updates from their representatives. No matter the precinct, those who had concerns about potholes,dumping, overgrown trees/weeds and flooding, were given the opportunity to complete a complaint form that will be turned in to the proper authorities. The attendees were reminded the forms are located on the Marlin website. Pct. 1 Council member Ponce was available for questions and concerns.