City of Dyer

The meeting included discussions on paving bids, park maintenance, and the relocation of Mayfield Consumer Products to the Industrial Park. The board discussed placing hot patch around sidewalks at the park and spraying storm ditches to control weeds. The board also discussed the bulk pick up service and a request from First United Methodist Church to place a storm drain. The board approved hiring new firefighters and discussed rules for the yard of the month award. The Dyer Station Celebration is planning a tractor show and street dance. Bids were accepted for the Dyer Fire Department Garage Building, and a bid was awarded to City Lumber Company. The board approved a new contract for reporting software for the Fire Department and authorized the hiring of a new employee for the Street Department. The board also discussed paving the track around the pond at the park and will reapply for a grant. The payment of accounts was approved.

The meeting included discussion and appointment of Nathan Reed to the vacant alderman seat and his subsequent resignation from the Dyer Industrial Board. The upcoming Patriot Day Celebration was announced. Reports were given on the completion of the new fire department building, park maintenance, and storm drain repairs. A new culvert for the park was approved. A committee meeting was scheduled to discuss the purchase of a replacement dump truck. Work on the tennis/pickle ball court would be starting and will be done by the end of this month. Resolutions were approved regarding a revised Urban Growth Boundary report for the City of Medina and authorizing the issuance of interest-bearing general obligation capital outlay note. Approval was granted for pothole repairs and funding for Trunk-or-Treat candy. The process of discontinuing water fluoridation was discussed. Accounts were approved for payment.

The meeting addressed various topics, including pothole repair bids, sidewalk improvements, and updates on the city's financial note. Discussions covered the installation of a water fountain at the Georgia Mcllwain Ellis Mini Park and repairs to a section of sidewalk on Elm Street. Department reports included updates on fire department vehicles and the completion of a new garage building. The board also discussed playground closures due to equipment delays and planned a buildings and walkways committee meeting. Additionally, the agenda included grant work at the park, LED light replacements, and planning for a trunk or treat event with live music. The board accepted resignations from multiple members and addressed the need to fill vacant seats. They also approved accepting bids for asphalt repair and awarded the bid to Pavement Restorations, Inc. The Finance, Administration, Personnel Committee was authorized to hire a grade 3 operator.

The board addressed concerns about stray cats and discussed potential solutions. They clarified the function of the Lizzie Health Institute, a mental health support facility. Concerns were raised about the pit bull ban, including suggestions for broader public awareness. The board also discussed upcoming events for Dyer Station, paving repairs, and received department reports from the Fire Chief and Dale Carroll. A Dyer Junior Fire Program was approved. The replacement of a sidewalk was discussed, along with park grant work. Bids for Solid Waste Collection & Disposal were accepted and awarded. The board also discussed and passed on first reading the approval of the 2025-2026 Annual Budget & Tax Levy, and an ordinance to amend the 2024-2025 Annual Budget. Accounts were approved for payment.

The meeting included discussions and updates on various city matters. The Dyer Station Celebration Committee addressed the board regarding the upcoming annual events, including a reception, fishing rodeo, rook tournament, family fun night, street dance, community worship, taste of Dyer, trivia night, youth rally, bingo, parade, arts and crafts, and fireworks. The Fire Chief provided an update on repairs to Truck 1. Discussions also covered the installation of disc golf baskets, a committee meeting for condemnation on properties, flower arrangements, issues with the Eagle Building's central units, sidewalk work at the parks, and park grants. The board discussed and approved the 2025-2026 annual Budget & Tax Levy, as well as an amendment to the 2024-2025 Annual Budget. Repairs for the sidewalk on West Front Street were approved. The board agreed to allow the Dyer Jr. Fire program to use the Ambulance Building. A donation of $5000 to the Dyer Station Celebration was approved. The purchase of a second bulk trailer was discussed.