The Crestview City Council met to address financial matters, staffing changes, and ongoing city projects. The meeting began with approving minutes from previous sessions and reviewing the treasurer’s report. Council approved a pay increase for Melanie Pelly, the city’s accountant, from $250 to $300 per month due to rising supply costs. They also agreed to reimburse her $2,968 for QuickBooks software fees and $220 for additional work on federal COVID relief funds. Public safety updates included a review of code enforcement activity, with ongoing concerns about vacant and neglected properties. Discussion also covered issues with vehicles parked on city streets without valid registration, with council members agreeing to involve law enforcement for enforcement. A major topic was the upcoming resignation of City Treasurer Brandy Kunz, effective February 28, 2025. After discussion, the council voted to merge the roles of city treasurer and city clerk into one position, aligning with practices in other municipalities. A formal ordinance to finalize this change will be addressed at the next meeting. Additional discussions included concerns about street maintenance, upcoming Easter event planning, and potential changes to the city’s grass-cutting contract. The council agreed to explore hiring an in-house employee for maintenance rather than continuing with an outside contractor. The meeting concluded with a vote to cancel the second February meeting, with the next session scheduled for March. Disclaimer: This summary was generated using AI and may not capture all meeting nuances or discussions.