The Independence City Commission met Thursday for its regularly scheduled meeting. Only two items were listed for the commission to take action upon, including a resolution setting a date of June 25th for the condemnation of a structure on 801 Birch Street. That was met with approval. The commission also discussing reconsidering the requirements defined by “brick and mortar” for businesses looking to qualify for the emergency grant fund. Commissioner Leonhard Caflisch provided a definition of what “brick and mortar” should mean.
Commissioner Louis Ysusi said he's aware that the pandemic has taken a toll on everyone in the community, but still recognized that there's not enough to cover everything.
Finally, commissioner Dean Hayse looked toward the future with other grants.
Director of Safety David Cowan was also in attendance to give the commission an update on the numbers surrounding the spread of COVID-19. The next regular city commission meeting will be held in two weeks on April 23.
