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Oakland Facilitates Public Comment
By Barbara Whitehead

Oakland Boro Council members Bob VanFleet, Chad Crawford, Ron Beavan, Cynthia Beavan, Leon Dubanowitz and Jack Agler were present for the May 8 meeting, as well as mayor Art Towner and several audience members.

Under old business, president Ron Beavan reported that information is still in the process of being compiled towards refinancing the boro’s water company loan.

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Thompson Plans Town Fair
By Barbara Whitehead

At the May 5 meeting, Thompson Boro council discussed upcoming plans for a town fair, to be held June 21. If successful, it will be an annual event. Mayor Delaney reported that many local businesses have agreed to sponsor the fair; response has been so positive that boro funds may not be necessary. Council had discussed using money from a certificate of deposit to pay some of the costs involved. But, Mr. Delaney said, the majority of planned festivities are paid for, with other donations still coming. Council president Dennis Price suggested that a community account be opened so that donations could be deposited, and paid out when needed. A motion carried to approve; Mr. Delaney and treasurer Marge Whitney will be signators for the account.

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