Annette Butikofer

The City Council held a public budget hearing where the agenda was approved and the public hearing was officially opened and closed with no public comments offered.

The City Council discussed the 2026 Water Improvement Projects and approved Resolution 2026-11, contingent upon the completion of all required easements. Additionally, the Council approved an expenditure for basketball hoop supplies and labor, stipulating that future project proposals must be submitted with detailed plans in advance for review.

The council reviewed citizen feedback regarding city-run campgrounds and property concerns. Administrative updates were provided, including the search for a new auditor, software evaluations, and reporting on public works activities, library projects, and story time events. The council approved updated campground rules, selected new management software for the facility, and initiated bidding processes for concrete work and electrical repairs. Additionally, the council approved dog waste stations, tabled discussions on peddlers' permits, authorized a resolution regarding employee residency requirements, granted temporary access for bank statement review, and approved the advertising of city equipment for sale.

The council held a public hearing regarding the 2026 Water Improvement Project. The project was briefly discussed and a summary of the received bids was presented. The public was invited to provide comments on the project before the hearing was closed.

The council conducted a public hearing regarding the maximum property tax levy. No public comments were received, and the hearing was subsequently closed.