Downing City Council Reviews Water System, Street Work
DOWNING — The Downing City Council met in regular session on March 2, 2026, at City Hall with Mayor Alan Garrett presiding.
Aldermen Bob Garrett, Daniel Beeler, Ray Bange and Allen Middleton were present. Also attending were Water/ Wastewater Operator Tad Anderson, Contract Operator Eric Bowens and City Clerk Carol Dryden.
The meeting opened with approval of the agenda, followed by approval of the minutes from the previous meeting and payment of bills. All motions carried unanimously.
During the water and wastewater report, Anderson told the council that the city’s water loss rate was approximately seven percent, which he said was not too bad. He also reported that the city will need to purchase several new water meters. Anderson noted he has an upcoming test for his DS II certification. With rain forecast for several days, he plans to open the lagoon system as needed.
In the street maintenance report, Anderson said he has been blading roads and clearing brush. He has also been working on city tractors to prepare them for the upcoming summer season.
Under old and unfinished business, the council reported it is still waiting for a new door to be painted before it can be installed.
Council members also noted that rain in the forecast will be beneficial for the area and that spring weather is approaching.
With no further business to come before the board, the meeting adjourned at 6:45 p.m. on a motion by Ray Bange, seconded by Bob Garrett, and approved unanimously.
