Council addresses high gas prices

The Fayette City Council addressed the unusually high gasoline prices in the City of Fayette at its April 28 meeting. All council members were present for the meeting. Councilman Jason Cowart began the discussion concerning gasoline prices by stating that he is constantly questioned about the relatively high gas prices in Fayette when compared to the surrounding area. Cowart said that the differential in prices appears to have increased over the past few weeks, as gas prices have dropped and the COVID-19 crisis affects citizens in their everyday lives. He said that more people now are unemployed and seeking help buying groceries to feed their families. Cowart added that the small business owners in the area have also taken a huge hit. “People are hurting,” he said. “They want to know why our gas prices are higher than other areas.”