Chad Foster

The council approved various maintenance and payroll claims, including payments for engineering and grant administration related to the Heartland Industrial Park. An agreement for the recycling center was finalized. Several street closures were approved for a homecoming parade and the relocation of the Chrysler Tower. The council also authorized the purchase of a metal structure for a park and approved a maintenance agreement between the city and the local golf course board. Several items, including an ordinance on signs and scheduling for public works employees, were tabled for future consideration.

The Council discussed the construction management agreement for the swimming pool project and received updates from the Airport Manager regarding terminal operations, fuel tank management, and hanger lease negotiations. Actions taken included approving the purchase of police vehicles, adopting a revised budget for the 2022-2023 fiscal year, setting the 2023 meeting schedule, and authorizing an ARPA grant application. Additionally, the Council held an executive session to discuss property appraisals, collective bargaining negotiations, and potential litigation, followed by the approval of a pay increase for non-union employees.

The meeting included the approval of paid, unpaid, and payroll claims. The Authority adopted a resolution establishing the 2023 meeting dates, approved an engineering services agreement with Holloway, Updike and Bellen for Northside Water and Sewer Expansions, and authorized a 3% pay increase for all non-union employees.

The agenda includes the review and potential approval of several claims for hospital operational expenses, including payments to the Bristow Medical Center, legal services from Mike Jones, P.C., and Crowe & Dunlevy. The board will also consider rescheduling a previously planned meeting date and will review a consent agenda covering maintenance claims.

The council reviewed and approved the consent agenda, including various claims and payroll reports. Discussions were held regarding the redevelopment of the Old Washington School property, with a request for a formal site plan. Several property abatement resolutions were addressed, with some items continued to a future date. The council also approved contracts for airport management services, architectural and engineering services for an animal shelter, and a professional services agreement for legal counsel. A public hearing was conducted for the 2022-2023 revised budget, which was subsequently adopted. Additionally, an executive session was held to discuss real property appraisal and potential economic development activities, followed by a directive to the City Attorney to prepare a proposal.