In preparation for establishing memberships for the new community center, Merriam city leaders have clarified definitions for residents and households within the city.
The council on Monday expanded the number of ways residents can prove they live in or own taxable real estate in the city, and also changed how the city defines a household from “more than one person” to “two adults and up to four dependent children.” The city previously only accepted a valid driver’s license with photo identification as proof of residency in Merriam. Anna Slocum, director of parks and recreation, said the changes provide clarification for staff when residents apply for community center memberships.
“We wanted something that provided a clear direction of documentation,” Slocum said.
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