The board reviewed and discussed the proposed 2028-2033 Capital Improvement Plan. Presentations were made by various city departments regarding projects related to recreation, information technology, fire and police department vehicle and equipment replacements, public works infrastructure, water and sewer utility upgrades, and school facility improvements. The board addressed questions regarding funding feasibility, specific project details such as cemetery maintenance, sidewalk quality, and the impact of utility projects on local resources. A motion was carried to recommend the 2028-2033 Capital Improvement Plan to the City Council for approval.
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The council meeting covered several key items, including the introduction of a new comfort dog for the city, a presentation on proposed upgrades to the water treatment plant, and a public hearing regarding supplemental appropriations for repairs to the Furber Memorial Chapel. Key actions included the approval of funding for the Furber Chapel restoration, authorization for a contract for lead service line inventory support, and the acceptance of grant funding for public art and Brownfields cleanup projects. The council also addressed administrative nominations and discussed community events such as the upcoming Pumpkin Festival.
Sep 28, 2026·Board meeting
Public Works and Environment Committee and Finance Committee Minutes
The committees discussed the Wastewater Future Capacity Study and approved contracting with Wright Pierce Engineering for the project. Support was granted for professional assistance regarding Lead and Copper Rule implementation, specifically for service line inventory tasks. The committees voted to sponsor a resolution to waive the tax deed acquisition process for three specific properties. Updates were provided on the disposal of PFAS-contaminated soil and maintenance issues with street manholes. Finally, there was an extensive review of proposed ordinance changes for a transition to a cart-based trash and recycling collection program, covering topics such as cart allocation for multifamily properties, collection logistics, and the retention of the existing blue-bag requirement.
Sep 14, 2026·Board meeting
City Council Workshop Meeting Minutes
The City Council held a workshop to review the status of the Water Treatment Plant update project. The discussion centered on the project's scope expansion and cost increase, rising from $7.1 million to $16.9 million, driven by the need for critical electrical, safety, and building code upgrades, specifically moving the main transformer above the floodplain. The Council evaluated financing options, highlighting the advantages of State Revolving Fund loan forgiveness, and debated the merits of phasing the work versus a single-phase construction. There was a general consensus regarding the necessity of the project as a vital, generational investment for the city's infrastructure, alongside considerations for future water rates and the potential for integrating renewable energy systems.
