The dilemma of how to deal with overgrown lots and yards in Leitchfield continued at Monday evening's city council meeting. Ann Huff addressed council members with concerns regarding she had regarding statements made by Dot McCall and reported in the July 10 edition of The News Gazette.

Huff felt that McCall's referral to the individual who did not want her lot mowed by the city as "incompetent" was offensive and that an apology was in order. In a statement she read to the council, Huff said that as property owners who pay taxes that ultimately pay the councilors' salaries, the citizens of Leitchfield are, in essence, the council's employers. As such, she reiterated her request for an apology.

McCall responded by saying, "What transpired here (in the city council meeting) justified my saying that and I don't feel I owe anyone an apology."

"Well, I do," replied Huff.

As had been decided at the previous meeting, Wales Montgomery explained that he and Leitchfield Chief of Police Elmer Langdon had visited the individual in question in an attempt to rectify the problem. However, once again the woman declined.

A letter from a neighboring property owner was produced by the council, which stated in part that the lot was a problem.

"This is not the first year this has been a problem," McCall said. "It has gone on for years."

Steven Dennison added, "We have a letter complaining and an ordinance. Now, what do we do?"

After discussion which included the lot behind the now vacant Record office and a large lot which has recently been divided into three smaller plots, the ultimate consensus of the council was to enforce the ordinances on an equal and fair basis.

Dana and Devon Langdon, local twins, were honored for their exceptional talents and ability in golf.

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The girls are currently attending Brescia University on full scholarships. Their accomplishments include All-American status, National NAIA, and four national records.

Kelly Stevenson said, "Their character and the way they conduct themselves is outstanding."

In other business, a recent meeting with ComCast revealed that upgrades will soon be made available for Leitchfield cable subscribers in the next six to 12 months. The first upgrade will be digital broadcast, available for an optional fee. Open channels are expected to be filled and internet service will be offered.

Two bids for the fire training center structure were left unopened as the council decided to extend the dates for bids, as per a request by Leitchfield Fire Chief Ronald Hudson.

A request for Leitchfield Police Department assistance was granted to assist in the ceremonial closing of the old Wal-Mart store at 6:30 a.m. August 20 and the procession of employees to the new facility which will officially open at 8 a.m. that morning.

Carson Mudd, new owner of the Disciple Shoppe, brought complaints to the council regarding the parking situation in the square. According to Mudd, despite a two-hour limit on parking, many employees in the area simply move their cars around to avoid getting a ticket.

Mudd pointed out that a parking lot is available for city employees and others just behind the square.

"I just want my business to succeed," Mudd said.

The council agreed to have Chief Langdon look into the matter.