Retiring Brooks

Councilwoman Caroline Smith was treated to a reception at the City Council's

last meeting.

The event was

also to welcome her replacement, Lewis Harper.

Smith had served

on the council for 13 years and served as town clerk for nine years.

Among her concerns

upon leaving is that the dialogue and lines of communication be kept open

between Brooks and Fayette County, particularly in the area of residential

development in south Fayette County.

Her parting

advice to current and future elected officials: "Do your homework,

research the issues, make your decision, and then stand behind it."

Her parting

comment to all: "He who sits on the fence is usually not welcome

in either pasture."

She and her

husband, Robert, are owners/operators of an equestrian facility, Highland

Brooks Farm.