Code revision nears completion in Royal

Approval of the 2022 Royal code of ordinances moved one step closer toward completion as the council approved the second reading on Feb. 9.

As has been the case during much of the revision process, the only matter of concern during the public hearing was semi-tractor/trailer parking. Language under consideration prohibits semis from being parked on city streets in the restricted residential area, and only tractors may be parked on private property.

“This should help save the streets,” said Mayor Josh Toft. “The way it’s written, it covers the issue that was bothering us.”

The code also sets a...