BERLIN — Mayor Gee Williams proposed a 29% tax increase as staff presented an overall budget featuring reductions of 18% at a work session this week.On Monday, Williams and the town council met with Berlin’s department heads to go over the proposed fiscal year 2020 budget. Williams kicked off the session by recommending an increase… Read more »
BERLIN – A resident brought his concerns about deteriorating street conditions to the Berlin Town Council this week.Cape Circle resident Larry Smith approached the council Monday to express frustration over the worsening condition of his street, which he says is filled with potholes and has been for years.“If you’re on that side of the highway,… Read more »
BERLIN – Students at Berlin Intermediate School gathered for a good cause last week as the school hosted its eighth annual Soup Bowl Project.Last Thursday, students, parents, teachers and community members visited Berlin Intermediate School (BIS) for the Soup Bowl Project. Visitors purchased bowls made by BIS students and then enjoyed a meal together. Proceeds… Read more »
BERLIN – The public is invited to attend a Social Security information event hosted by the Town of Berlin next month.On Thursday, April 18, Berlin will host “Social Security 101,” an informational event designed to address Social Security questions and concerns. The free event, which will be held in the council chambers at town hall,… Read more »
BERLIN – As interest in the town’s budget remains high, officials provided a mid-year financial update at this week’s meeting of the Berlin Town Council.Finance Director Natalie Saleh on Monday presented a financial report for July through December, the first six months of the current fiscal year. The report shows overall revenues at 68 percent,… Read more »
BERLIN – A public hearing on the town’s cable franchise agreement yielded input from a handful of residents.Residents used the opportunity to express concern about cost, customer service and the company’s lack of fiber capabilities.Town Administrator Laura Allen stressed while the town was collecting input, it would not be able to address rates during its… Read more »
BERLIN – Residents voiced frustration over municipal expenses and concern regarding a pending tax increase at a special budget meeting this week.On Tuesday, more than a hundred Berlin residents attended a public budget listening session hosted by the town’s elected officials at Stephen Decatur High School. Attendees expressed concern about the impact the proposed property… Read more »
BERLIN – Elected officials assured residents they welcomed their input as several citizens attended Monday’s town council meeting to voice concerns about spending.Though public participation at council meetings is typically rare, a handful of residents were in attendance Monday to question spending as the town prepares for a tax and utility rate increase.“I’m glad to… Read more »
BERLIN – The town’s board of zoning appeals approved a variance request that will allow for a new garage at a Main Street home.The board voted 3-0 last Wednesday to approve a variance that will enable a Main Street couple to build a garage within two feet of their property line. The request was supported… Read more »
BERLIN – A Stephen Decatur High School sophomore will compete in Pennsylvania next month after being named a high point rider by the Interscholastic Equestrian Association.Whaleyville resident Olivia Brown, a sophomore at Stephen Decatur High, will compete in the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) Varsity Open Championship April 27 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. She was selected to… Read more »