The Council received a presentation regarding a comprehensive water and sewer rate study, which examined cost-of-service methodologies and current rate structures for various customer classes. Discussions focused on the potential adoption of an increasing block rate structure for residential customers to encourage water conservation and ensure equitable cost recovery, as well as the benefits of Advanced Metering Infrastructure in detecting leaks. Additionally, the Council addressed system development fees and voted to move into a closed session to discuss attorney-client privilege and personnel matters.
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The City Council held a budget work session for the upcoming fiscal year. Key discussion topics included the presentation of an inflation impacts index, which highlighted rising costs for city operations such as fire apparatus, health insurance premiums, and personnel salaries. The Council reviewed the Capital Improvement Program, covering funding for various infrastructure projects including fire station renovations, park improvements, local bridge maintenance, and downtown infrastructure developments. Additionally, the Council discussed the financial pressures of balancing the municipal budget and the necessity of capital investments in water resources and electric infrastructure.
Apr 16, 2026·Board meeting
Finance Committee Finance Committee Meeting
The committee reviewed and approved several agenda items, including a resolution for regional water and wastewater collaboration, the ratification of a purchase order increase for hauling biosolids due to incinerator repairs, and a task order for a safe yield study of water reservoirs. Additionally, the committee approved a three-year contract for the inspection and maintenance of water valves, a professional engineering services agreement to assess the electrical distribution system at the water treatment plant, a grant application for alternative analysis and bench testing for treatment of PFAS, an agreement with the North Carolina Department of Transportation for a pedestrian bridge, the purchase of replacement police SUVs and associated emergency equipment, and the procurement of equipment for the Commerce substation upgrade to improve infrastructure standardization and security.
Nov 12, 2025·Board meeting
Transparency, Engagement, and Communications Committee Meeting
The meeting of the Transparency, Engagement, and Communications Committee included a presentation of the strategic plan update and dashboard. Discussions covered the city's vision, mission, and core values, efforts to disseminate information about core values to employees, and updates on the strategic plan's progression. Key topics included business growth, infrastructure revitalization, support for entrepreneurship, community events, transparency initiatives, and challenges such as equitable engagement and staffing gaps. Priorities were resident education, multimedia outreach, community branding, proactive urban design, infrastructure improvements, and community resilience.
