by Richard Uhlhorn
At its monthly meeting the Manson Community Council members voted to move forward with securing 501 (c) 3 statue which will allow the council to seek grants and donations.
The council has struggled financially for years and obtaining 501(c) 3 status will be a major move forward. In conjunction with the decision for non-profit status the council also changed its bylaws.
The council currently has two open positions and individuals interested in serving have until November 30 to file applications of interest. The election will be held on Tuesday, December 17. “Currently we have two individuals interested in serving but we haven’t received their packets yet,” said Councilman Mike Kirk.
“We also agreed to invite newly elected officials to our December meeting to discuss incorporation and hiring of a consultant,” said Kirk.
Manson community member Brian Patterson reported on a recent County Planning Commission meeting and its discussions regarding Short Term Rentals (STRs). Patterson told the council that a 9% cap on STRs is still in effect within the Manson Urban Growth Boundary and 6% is in effect outside the UGA in the communities zip code.
Currently the Council has three sitting members:
Chris Willoughby – Vice Chairman; Pam Calhoun – Secretary; and Mike Kirk.
The council members can be reached by Email at CommunityCouncilManson@gmail.com
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