Mayor addresses meeting comments

RITZVILLE — Mayor Linda Kadlec began the Tuesday, March 21, council meeting with a speech about utilities.

She informed residents “we are listening to your concerns,” and noted city staff has scheduled workshops, which she encouraged residents to attend.

The workshops should help residents understand utility bills better and address any mistakes, she said.

Kadlec said the workshops will be scheduled after April 20, following the completion of April meter readings. She then referenced a letter providing additional details that was mailed with March utility invoices.

In an apparent effort to min...