Not a ‘best practice:’ City attorney warns against political resolution; Councilors raise more questions

CRESWELL – It’s not dead yet, but it’s getting there.

After failing to sway his fellow councilors at Monday’s meeting, JoRell Medina will need to come back with a stronger case if he wants Creswell to adopt a resolution that would allow local businesses to defy the governor’s orders during future emergencies.

The measure, proposed in Creswell by Medina in May, is modeled after one in Baker City which has gained national attention for its…