The first Trustees of Susanville (now Council) not only had the difficult task of the basic organization of the town, but it was compounded that they did not have any operating revenue. It instituted a business license and the lucrative liquor license fees. After all, in 1900, Susanville had five saloons. Of course, this action did not sit well for some business owners. Not only did litigation ensue, there was a disincorporation movement as well. At the November 1902 Trustees meeting they tabled the matter for calling for special election to disincorporate. They cited there were was no need to incur the expense of the election due to the pending litigation.

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