T-R PHOTO BY MIKE DONAHEY

Marshalltown Mayor Jim Lowrance, left, listens to a constituent while Parks and Recreation Director Anne Selness, center, looks on. Lowrance, Selness, city councilors and staff were on hand for the second “Coffee with the Council” Friday at the Brew House. “Due to the council liking this format and opportunity, we will continue to schedule one a month in the future,” said City Administrator Jessica Kinser. “We want these to be an opportunity when people can talk to the mayor and council about anything.” “Coffee with the Council” is an informal, free-of-charge event open to the public.