People interested in the decisions made by our local government now have a new tool to help them stay informed. The City began using a new system in its June 25 Counsel meeting that streams the feed seen on Charter Channel 4 over the internet. During the meeting the stream is live and can be viewed by anyone with an internet connection. Once the meeting has concluded the material is available on an on-demand basis. City Manager David Hawker indicated that each meeting will be available for months. In addition to the City Council, the Planning Commission and the Urban Renewal Agency meetings will be available. No word on whether the DLWID will be allowed to upgrade their broadcasts to the new system. To view footage from the meetings, go to www.lincolncity.org and follow the link on the left side of the page for Council and Planning Commission Video.
Citing the importance of Devils Lake to the Lincoln City area, city councilors have decided to pursue the idea of a new tax to pay for the installation of sewers throughout the watershed.
Options for tackling pollution in Devils Lake include a City fee on nearby septic tank owners, with the proceeds going toward installation of sewers around the lake, local officials say.
Lincoln City leaders are to take a fresh look at ways to deal with septic systems around Devils Lake, with sewering being on the table as well as a mandatory septic tank inspection program.
