Loomis resident files formal complaint alleging trespass and inconsistent enforcement by code officer

Resident Robert Shank used public comment time to register a formal complaint against a town code enforcement officer he identified in the meeting as James Jonty (transcript spelling varies). Shank said the inspector entered his property despite a "no trespassing" sign, said there was dirt and vegetation violations related to an agricultural parcel and later told him a different approach was required (including a grader's permit, re-engineering and new inspections).

Shank said he removed vegetation and moved some dirt as directed but was later told that would not satisfy the inspector and that existing structures on his property would also require permits. He told council staff that repeated interactions left him frustrated and that he wanted a formal review of how the code enforcement visit was handled.

Mayor Youngblood and staff said they would treat Shank's remarks as a formal complaint; staff agreed to follow up with Shank after the meeting. The council did not take immediate action during the meeting but directed staff to investigate and respond to the resident.