MEIGS — A raging block party at the City of Meigs’ ball park brought up much discussion — and a possible future course of action — among the city council. 

On Monday night, the Meigs City Council pondered action in the event of a similar situation regarding the city’s park. 

According to Meigs Police Chief Darrell Laster, a block party with residents from Pelham and Camilla happened on a Sunday night at the city’s park three weeks ago. Approximately 200 people attended. 

Council member Jimmy Layton expressed his concerns, saying he did not want the worst outcome to happen, such as an innocent being harmed by gunfire. 

“I don’t want to see that happen,” he said. 

Meigs Mayor Cheryl Walters said the city has recognized and is aware of the problem. 

Walters said she has been in contact with Thomas County Sheriff Carlton Powell to address the situation. 

A task force has been formed with Thomas County deputies and the Meigs Police Department to aid if another block party occurs. 

The joint effort with the Thomas County Sheriff’s Office would aid the Meigs Police Department as the small Thomas County town currently has only two officers, including Laster. 

Once a dispatch is made, it would take Thomas County deputies 20 to 25 minutes to reach Meigs, Walters said. 

Walters added a neighborhood watch for the city is also in the works. 

“If you see something, say something,” she said. 

Layton also questioned the outcome if someone requested the use of the park for a party. 

According to Walters, the City of Meigs has prohibited permits for park use for anything other than athletic, community, or city events. 

The possibility of an ordinance for the city’s park also was discussed. 

The City of Meigs currently does not have an ordinance for use of the city’s park, which is open to the public. 

Meigs City Council took no official action in regards to an ordinance.

Reporter Jordan Barela can be reached at (229) 226-2400, ext. 1826.