Fredonia Mayor Jim Seibert and Judge-Executive Kota Young were in Washington D.C. this week attending the National Association of Development Organizations Conference as part of the Pennyrile Area Development District to explore innovative strategies for advancing their local communities.
Mayor Seibert says they discussed what is being worked on locally and in our region with U.S. Senators and U.S. Representatives as well as where help is needed.
click to download audioSeibert is optimistic that, despite the difficulty of gauging legislative sentiment, he feels some progress was made.
click to download audioWhen meeting with Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell’s staff on Tuesday, he asked them to remember Marion and its water issue, which he feels could have a ripple effect.
click to download audioMayor Seibert noted that most people are concerned about getting internet access in Fredonia and the surrounding area, but that they need to address the fundamental issues first.
click to download audioHe emphasized that the Fredonia water mains are in dire need of replacement.
click to download audioMayor Seibert also noted that the new weather siren in Fredonia is being installed in close proximity to what they call the “Subdivision” area going toward Marion and that the city should be adequately covered as it is roughly one square mile in size.
