Saving Taxpayer's Money
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Mayor Joe Behnken stated that an effective rate of return on the costs of the recommendations will be computed, however, he was confident that it would be substantial. The mayor stated he was grateful to Amy Benwell, Village Clerk and Chris Remick, Public c Works Superintendent for spearheading and coordinating this study, they are great public servants.