Board of Commissioners of the City of Newport Special Meeting
The meeting focused on the authorization of Commissioners Order No. R-2026-81, which directs the City Manager to enter into agreements for employee health benefits. Key topics included continuing the self-funded medical plan with Custom Design Benefits and the Jefferson Health Plan, switching dental coverage to Principal, adding Teladoc for on-demand medical services, and offering voluntary vision and life insurance through Principal. Additionally, the committee recommended increasing health insurance premiums to ensure full funding of the plan without General Fund subsidies.
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Board of Commissioners of the City of Newport Special Meeting
The board discussed several items, including the second reading of an ordinance to levy ad valorem taxes for the 2026-2027 fiscal year and an ordinance to amend the code of ordinances to include a City Arborist position within the Planning and Development Department. Additionally, the agenda included orders to authorize an agreement with Riegler Blacktop for street paving projects and to approve a Municipal Aid Co-op Program contract for grade and drain work on Riverboat Row.
Sep 14, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Board of Commissioners of the City of Newport Regular Meeting
The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the 2026 property tax rate. Key legislative items include the first reading of an ordinance for the 2026-2027 ad valorem tax levy, an amendment to the code of ordinances to establish a City Arborist position within the Planning and Development Department, and the second reading of an ordinance authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds. Additional orders address declaring surplus personal property from the Fire/EMS department, authorizing payment of the Southbank Partners membership contribution, and entering into a sales agreement for playground equipment upgrades at Mansion Hill Park.
Aug 17, 2026·Board meeting
Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
The meeting included the appointment of new personnel to the public works and fire/EMS departments. A ratification was approved for the mayor's appointment to the Board of Adjustment. Additionally, the board received a project update regarding US 27 and Kurther's Road, focusing on the negative impacts of House Bill 542, which has increased costs and caused delays for local federally funded projects due to the elimination of the minor acquisition review process.
