WAITSBURG—Waitsburg City Council gathered for a regular meeting on Wednesday, June 15. All council members were present.

Joy Smith commented on a report she shared with the council before the meeting. The report had information regarding employment in the area, housing prices, and local effects of inflation.

The noon whistle was brought up by a community member who asked if the city would consider bringing it back. The siren had been operated by Columbia County EMS, who had requested to end the practice several years ago.

Mayor Marty Dunn said he would explore options to bring the siren...