The Winslow City Council heard reports Tuesday evening on a serious break of water and sewer lines in the area of Apache Avenue and Gilmore Street. Allan Rosenbaum reported that sewage was flowing from eight manholes early last Thursday morning. City staff worked feverishly to repair the problem, and Rosenbaum thanked Russ Hamblin, Tom McCauley and the City of Holbrook for their continuous assistance with the task, including the much needed loan of a new pump by Holbrook. Some seven families were without water or sewer service. The area has been disinfected and will be again when water and sewer lines are replaced. He reported at the end of the meeting that pipes should be in place the following morning.
Rosenbaum also reported on progress in sending animals from the animal shelter to an agency that gets them adopted, on visitors coming for adoption of animals and a coming period when animals may be adopted for smaller fees.
Librarian Docia Blaylock reported on receiving a $1,000 grant from the Wal-Mart Foundation. She noted that this will bring in material for persons seeking employment. She also encouraged citizens to continue donating books, magazines, tapes and other material to the library or the Friends of the Library.
Finance Director Regina Reffner gave the monthly financial report. Most incoming revenue has been less than expected and the city must monitor its spending carefully.
City Manager Jim Ferguson reported on recent city activities.
City Attorney Dale Patton reported that the Winslow Arts Council will be sponsoring a family defense program by Mark Hawley at the Hubbell Building on Jan. 18 and its fundraiser, Art Sweet Arts, there on Feb. 10 when donated art will be auctioned. He noted that this year the artists may receive up to half of the auction sale amount, with the rest being a donation.
City crews worked through the first half of the week to repair a break of sewer and water lines at the intersection of Apache Avenue and Gilmore Street in Winslow. The break caused the prison and Flying J Travel Center to halt shower use, and the city housed seven families who were without water at local motels. A diversion line is being put into place to allow the flow to continue while repairs are made to the original line.
