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The Demopolis City Council began its first October meeting by signing a proclamation for Pilot International Founders Week. The proclamation recognized the week of October 18-23 for its 100th anniversary. The Demopolis Pilot Club is one of 291 clubs worldwide and has been in Demopolis for over 74 years.

The Council discussed and put to rest the issue concerning mobile homes in R-3 zoned areas. The council voted unanimously to revoke the items on the Commission’s manual to allow for the updated policy.

Mayor Woody Collins brought up the topic of manufactured homes in the community and said he has made an appeal to contractors and entrepreneurs in Demopolis to take these homes under consideration. He said the utilities would provide a place for individuals who need a permanent place for a manufactured home.

Items approved by the Council:

• Approved the 2019-2020 audit conducted by LeCroy Richardson of Northport, AL
• Reappointed Jay Reynolds to a second term with the Demopolis Water Works and Sewer Board
• Appointed Evelyn James to the Industrial Development Board
• Approved application for Public Assembly (Demopolis High School Homecoming Parade)
• Set official observance of Halloween on Saturday, October 30. Trick-or-Treating will go until 9:00 p.m.

The Demopolis City Council meets on the first and third Thursdays of every month at 5:15 p.m. The public is invited to attend.