City of Laurens

The Council meeting involved the swearing-in of a new police officer and the approval of a new member for the Fire Department. The Council passed resolutions regarding annual appointments, mileage rates, and the appointment of members to the Board of Adjustment. Additionally, the Council approved the first reading of an ordinance establishing a special 45 MPH speed zone and voted to waive the second and third readings. Financial business included the review of claims and reports on city funds.

The council reviewed and approved the consent agenda, which included a list of claims and a Class C Retail Alcohol License for the Silver Dollar Cantina pending fire inspection. Key agenda items included the approval of a Final Design Supplemental Agreement with Snyder & Associates regarding the Prairie Restoration Trail and the passage of the first reading of an ordinance concerning updates to water services.

The meeting included the approval of claims for December 15, 2025. Key actions involved the approval of 2025 Write Offs and Resolution 26-25 concerning Unpaid Nuisance Charges. The Council approved the employment offer for a new police officer. Furthermore, the second reading and waiver of the third reading for Ordinance 02-25 regarding Storm Sewer Rates, and Ordinance 03-25 were approved. Council members Swanson and Jamison were acknowledged and thanked for their service.

The meeting addressed the approval of the consent agenda, which included the claims list and minutes from the previous meeting. Key actions taken involved the approval of the Urban Renewal Report and the Street Finance Report. Furthermore, the Council proceeded with the first reading of Ordinance 02-25 regarding Storm Sewer Rates and the first reading of Ordinance 03-25 with a clarification on limits.

Key discussions during the regular session included the approval of claims totaling $79,944.42 and associated payroll expenditures. Council addressed Street and Utility Improvement Plans, specifically approving the removal of trees in the ROW aligned with the engineer's recommendation and approving the Intended Use Plan + Planning & Design Loan submittals. A motion to approve a one-time payment was passed with one abstention. The Council approved a proposal regarding Crisis K9 insurance splitting with the City of Pocahontas. Furthermore, the Fire Chief presented information about staffing additional personnel for 911 emergency medical calls, for which the council expressed support for further detail development.