Although the location of the proposed new fire station has been a major topic of discussion around town, the matter will not be on the council's agenda. That doesn't mean there will not be some debate on the matter. Reportedly, there will be some citizens there to make known their opposition to the site selected by the council – the corner of Main and Bellville streets.
The fiscal court, facing projections of a budget shortfall this year and even greater strains looming in 09-10, will initiate some discussion of cost-cutting measures. With the state's budget shortfall nearing $500 million, local officials are not expecting any help from the commonwealth. Therefore, some real belt-tightening will be necessary on the local level.
