Arthur Wood

The agenda for the meeting includes a public hearing regarding a Water Revenue Loan and Disbursement Agreement. Departmental and committee reports will be reviewed, including building permit requests and a main replacement project. Further discussion topics include the approval of a bid from JJJ Enterprises for the water main project, the issuance of a project note, the renewal of a tobacco license, the removal of trees in the city right-of-way, a fireworks donation, potential increases for water and garbage rates, and the scheduling of annual employee reviews.

The meeting included a public hearing on the FY26 Budget Amendment, followed by the approval of several resolutions, including the authorization of a loan and disbursement agreement and sewer revenue bond for the lagoon liner project, and the scheduling of a future public hearing regarding a water revenue loan agreement. The council approved a contract amendment with MSA Professional Services, a budget amendment, and financial actions involving the cashing out of a water certificate of deposit and the renewal of a sewer certificate of deposit. Additionally, staff reports were provided by the Fire Chief and Maintenance Superintendent, and the council discussed securing bids for tree removal.

The council held a public hearing for the fiscal year 2027 budget adoption. Discussions included potential water main replacement options between 2nd and 3rd Avenues, fire department and ambulance reports, and maintenance activities such as GIS project work, lagoon draw down, and the start of the mowing season. The Mayor discussed exploring options to potentially purchase or rent the old Dobling Insurance building for a new City Hall. Key actions included the approval of the fiscal year 2027 budget, the 2025 water quality report, and the scheduling of a public hearing for the fiscal year 2026 budget amendment.

The City Council held a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on the proposed property tax levy for the upcoming fiscal year. No written or oral comments or objections were received during the hearing, and the meeting concluded following its closure.

The council held a public hearing to adopt the Code of Ordinances. Key discussion items included progress on the Lagoon Liner/Sludge Project, planning for a new water main and hydrant replacement project, and the approval of a professional services agreement for GIS mapping. The council authorized the closure of a highway for a parade, accepted a contract for highway maintenance, and approved various infrastructure repairs, including injector parts and water main work. Additionally, the meeting covered technology support transitions, library board appointments, budget discussions for the upcoming fiscal year, and the renewal of financial certificates of deposit.