Black Diamond Is Expanding It's Council

The City of Black Diamond, just 10 miles from here, is expanding it's city council to 7 members, according to the Maple Valley Reporter.  Cities of 5000 or more are required to have 7 members, but cities  of 2500 or more can expand it's council at any time, according to the paper.  Black Diamond is expected is experience rapid growth due to the building of the Ten Trails housing development that has created much controversy in the last few years.