August 30, 2026
Mineral Town Council
Mineral council offers Washington third contract
Hempstead resigns from council
Mineral town manager controversy continues
The entire Mineral Town Council was present for the special meeting on July 23, including attorney John Conrad and Nicole Washington who are both in the middle of recent controversy that has further divided an already split council.
Mineral FOIA dispute heads to General District Court
McGehee cite that the alleged FOIA violations prevent them from rightfully and fully participating in their town government.
Washington sues Mineral council for $300,000
VEC appeals in Washington’s favor
Mayor Harlowe advises town council to revoke charter
On the morning of July 20, Town of Mineral Mayor Pam Harlowe sent an email to council members advising the group to “give up the charter ASAP.”
Mineral Council considers rehiring Washington
Council yet to adopt FY27 budget
Mineral council deadlocked
Budget not passed, July 1 deadline looms
3 Mineral council members exit budget meeting
Mayor proposes cut to staff salary