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City council votes budget changes. fire funds cut
The September 18 1969 meeting approved amended budgets reducing Fire Department funds to balance other departments. The council also commended last meeting minutes to ensure RIA zoned houses are not used as two family dwellings. A tape recording system for minutes was discussed and the dedication of the new Police and Fire Station announced with a flag pole gift from ex mayor Lou Heaton. The softball field was approved for winter use by a women’s team. Black Rights picketed Reynold’s Grocery in East Town for the second time in a peaceful, brief demonstration. State Attorney Gordon Oldham opened a quiet probe into Mose Roper’s death to decide if Grand Jury action is warranted in October.
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Lou Heaton
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East Town
Gordon Oldham
Mose Roper