City of Towanda

The Council discussed the status of a building renovation project and associated grant applications. Key actions included approving generic ballot language for a sales tax, awarding a contract for a transportation safety project, and renewing a code enforcement contract. The Council also authorized the purchase of a new mower for park and nuisance maintenance, established new ordinances for half-day community building rentals and special event permits, and appointed various city officers for the year. Additionally, budget revisions and wage authorizations were formalized.

The council discussed updates on the water system design and project funding, a financial update for the first quarter, and the status of structural repairs and demolition considerations for a building on Main Street. Additional business included the approval of swimming pool restoration, updates to financial policies and job descriptions, the adoption of an employee handbook, and a discussion regarding upcoming budget priorities.

The agenda for the City Council Regular Meeting includes several key components. The meeting will begin with the call to order, followed by the appointment and swearing in of a new Council Member. The consent agenda comprises several items for February 2026, including minutes approval, treasurer's information reports (Statement of Activities, Fund Balance, Budget Execution, Water Loss), claims, and staff/department reports from the Sheriff's Office, Court Clerk, Planning and Zoning, Code Compliance, Maintenance, and Public Library. Old Business topics include the Main Street Building Resolution, Ballfield Management Contract with Circle Recreation, Disposal of Equipment, and Sales Tax Updates. New Business items are the Dump Trailer Purchase and an After Prom Donation. Other items include addressing a Planning Commission Vacancy and a scheduled Executive Session.

The document outlines the City Council's rules of procedure concerning public participation in meetings, balancing First Amendment rights with orderly governance. Key policies detail the submission of written information, forms of disallowed conduct in the meeting room (such as displaying signs or applauding), and procedures for public hearings, guest speakers, and public comment time. The document also explains the protocol for executive sessions and details about agenda item submission deadlines. A section related to the February 11, 2026, Regular Council Meeting indicates key discussions included updates on engineering projects, concerns regarding damaged property on Main Street, a draft Capital Improvement Plan, and the approval of a more optimal quote for a swimming pool filter replacement. New business covered the process for filling a Council vacancy, the Kansas Gas Service Franchise Fee Ordinance, and a resolution authorizing Cash-Basis Accounting.

The agenda for the City Council Regular Meeting includes action on the consent agenda, which covers the January 2026 reports (Minutes, Treasurer's Information Reports, and Claims), as well as staff/department reports. Key discussion items in Old Business include an update on the Main Street Building Progress, a draft presentation of the Capital Improvement Plan, and updated quotes for the Swimming Pool Filter. New Business items involve the Master Street Maintenance Plan, the Kansas Gas Service Ordinance, and a Resolution for Cash Basis Compliance. Other new business topics scheduled for discussion include filling a Council Vacancy, Planning Commission Appointments, and appointing a Kansas Rural Water Association Voting Delegate.