The Grayville City Council continued discussions Monday night on an ongoing neighborhood dispute involving a wandering cat known as “Pooh-Bear.”
Residents Gerald and Debbie Horton told council the cat frequently enters their property and has been killing birds they have fed and watched for years. Mayor Travis Thompson said the cat’s owners, the Martins, have now received a second citation. City officials said the matter remains under review by the city attorney and police chief.
Council also addressed concerns following the Friends of Grayville Hog Roast. Organizers reported difficulty accessing the city pavilion for cleanup after event access codes expired. City officials said pavilion codes are now valid for only 24 hours after an event. A checklist outlining cleanup expectations will be placed inside the building for future users.
Following an executive session, council accepted a $2,000 bid from Kenny Goldman for property at 611 South Water Street and a $7,513 bid from Pam House for property at 117 East Martin Street. Another unsold property will be listed with a local realtor.
Council also accepted the resignation of City Treasurer Sharon Walden, effective September 30.
Members voted against adding daytime council meetings, leaving the regular schedule unchanged with meetings continuing at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Mondays of each month.
Discussion also continued on a proposed ordinance addressing utility billing responsibilities between landlords and tenants. No action was taken after concerns were raised by local property owners.
In other business, council approved an amendment making a portion of West Martin Street a no-parking zone from North State Road to North First Street.