By Andrew Walsh
awalsh@wbcowqel.com

New Washington’s alleys are set for new names after the council meeting on Monday night. Apricot and Apple Ways will be preserved, as will the suffix “Way” for the nine new designations. These alleys were either previously unnamed, or the original names had fallen far out of use. The new names were chosen to commemorate veterans from New Washington and as a remembrance to institutions which helped shape the town.

The new names are as follows: Schwan Way, Phillips Way, Weithman Way, Cummins Way, Railroad Way, Rainbow Hatchery Way, Myers Way, Kunnert Way, and Bowman Way.

From an administrative standpoint the recent Hatchery Festival was a big success. Police Chief Scott Robertson reported it as, “One of the best years we’ve ever had,” from the point of view of the police department.

Fire Chief Dick Ackerman added that the smoke trailer was a big success. It was toured by numerous children and even a few adults. They received hands on education about escaping a house that is on fire, navigating smoke, and other fire safety.

“The people who went through it thought it was a really good idea,” Ackerman said.

A few more break-ins have occurred, this time at the New Washington Pool and the concession stand for the high school softball diamond at the park. All that was taken, from both locations, was a set of keys and some candy. The damage has been repaired and security measures taken.

Council approved a $1,440 contract with A-1 Concrete to fix the floor of the fire department. A fairly new procedure, called concrete leveling, will be enacted to repair the floor rather than starting fresh. Paul Forster added that this procedure has been receiving positive reviews, and that the repair work would be guaranteed for three years from completion. An entirely new floor would cost $25,000.

Union Cemetery is set to receive some upgrades, as Council looks to add some posts along the driveway and a new front sign. Details are being completed by Scott Hiler and Joe Blum.

There will be a ribbon cutting at 8 a.m., Saturday June 29, at the Dollar General. Mayor Lash and Council will be in attendance.