A Quiet Start to 2025

The Moscow City Council and County Commissioners had significant meetings to commence 2025, with Commissioners Kathy Lafortune and John Bohman leading discussions before new members are sworn in. The city council convened to reorganize and assigned Julia Parker as the new president and Drew Davis as vice president, highlighting a commitment to collaborative governance. A key agenda item was the approval of a revised WaterSMART grant application aimed at enhancing the city's water metering systems, after a previous application was rejected. The county's meeting also included discussions on liquor licenses and a joint resolution concerning OnePalouse, which is dissolving due to financial constraints from Washington State University. This resolution, passed unanimously, will see around $7,000 returned to the county from OnePalouse's funds.

The article emphasizes the importance of civic engagement, urging residents to attend meetings or join local commissions. Aiden Anderson, the host of Moscow Minutes, encourages community involvement as part of New Year's resolutions. The article serves as a call to action for citizens to take an active role in local governance.