By Karen Larsen

Waterville town metformin hydrochloride 1000 mg council members voted unanimously to increase the levy lid lift, which is earmarked for the town pool, from 2.29 percent to 2.8 percent at their July 18 meeting.

Based on property values for 2011, the lift would bring in $18,294. However, property values are expected to decrease in 2012, so the amount actually brought in is likely to be somewhat less.

Deputy clerk/treasurer Erica Browning said that despite a slow start at the pool due to cool weather, things have been going quite well. The pool has drawn about 50 people per afternoon so far, with attendance tapering off at around 4 p.m.

Browning said that there have been two pool rentals so far this summer, which has generated some extra revenue. She said that donations on utility bills have totaled about $760. Total donations for the pool this year have been over $6,800.

• In a public hearing held before finalization and adoption of the six-year street plan, there were no comments received. Councilman Bob Olin requested that the plan be changed to read that work on Third Street would be completed from Baker Street to Monroe Street, rather than from Rainier Street to Monroe Street.

The six year street plan for 2012-2017 was approved unanimously by council.

• Mayor Royal DeVaney recommended to council that the town’s contract with Consolidated Disposal, Inc., be renewed without requesting bids for contracts with other companies. DeVaney said that he had been happy with the service provided and saw no reason to go through the bid process. He said he had conferred with town attorney Steve Smith to make sure this would not violate any state codes.

Council members expressed support for this plan.

DeVaney said that Consolidated will be sending a dumpster, which will be able to take all wood products (tree limbs, leaves, brush, pine cones, etc.) at no charge. The company has agreed to furnish this to help residents clean up from recent strong winds and dispose of regular pruning. The dumpster should be available beginning July 25 during office hours. No grass clippings will be accepted.

• Council members voted unanimously to approve a livestock permit to Ed Allen at 217 W. Walnut for five laying hens.

• Council agreed that lack of power in Pioneer Park is a problem for Waterville Days and other events, and should be addressed.

• The next council meeting is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 1.