New year starts with new council in Electric City

Electric City swore in its two newest council members Tuesday and one who held onto his seat in the November election.

Brian Buche took the oath of office again, having been re-elected over challenger Levi Johnson.

The new members now joining Buche at council were Matt Gilbert and Blake Martin, who, like Johnson, are Grand Coulee police officers.

The newcomers got a relatively light agenda to start, with 19 items on it ranging from approving prior meetings’ minutes to hearing the particulars of a sewer connection discussion and passing an ordinance on mobile home requirements.

The city is planning a public meeting, other than a regular council meeting, to talk with residents about a ballot measure in February on de-annexing property from the city and also on upcoming projects and their status. The meeting is set for Jan. 23 at the fire hall.

The council is also planning a retreat in April.