City Council Discusses Enforcing Winter Parking Rules

The Litchfield City Council had some discussion on Monday evening about enforcing the winter parking rules. The abundant snowfall during the first half of December made it evident that many people are not familiar with the winter parking ordinance.

Mayor Ron Dingmann says the Council decided to make an effort to educate the public about the parking rules. He says when it snows one or more inches, vehicles must not be parked on the streets until the snow is removed.

Mayor Dingmann says vehicles that are parked on the streets during snow events will get a $50 fine the first time, a $100 fine for a second offense, and then a $100 fine and towing of the vehicle after that. He says the Council will have a work session in March to educate themselves about any misunderstandings regarding contracted services. The City hires numerous consultants for engineering, legal and other services.

Mayor Dingmann says the Council approved of a bid Monday evening for 3 transformers from WEG Transformers USA from Washington, Missouri for $6,053,700 and the City will have to issue debt to pay for much of the cost of those; and approved of building conditions assessment for the G.A.R. Hall and 4594 Design had the low bid for that project of $18,850.