The Morongo Basin Municipal Advisory Council gathered last evening to catch up over the last two months and wrap up the year’s progress. Reporter Heather Clisby has the details…
The Morongo Basin Municipal Advisory Council met last night for the final meeting of 2019. The lightly attended meeting featured reports from County Fire, Morongo Valley CSD Fire Department, CAL Fire, CHP and the Sheriff Department. During the Sheriff’s report, there was much discussion and concern about illegal marijuana growing operations and that the department had begun to cross-train their deputies in narcotics enforcement.
Pioneertown representative Steve Bardwell announced that the long-dormant Red Dog Saloon would be open for business next March, likely serving breakfast and lunch.
Resident Gail Austin announced that there would be a meeting about the Panorama Heights Fire Station tonight, December 10, at 6 p.m. at the Sportsman’s Club, 6225 Sunburst Street in Joshua Tree.
The next MAC meeting will be held January 13.
