Daniel Hurley Rader

The council meeting addressed several operational and administrative matters. Key discussion topics included the second and final reading of the 2027 fiscal year budget, the approval of an agreement for cybersecurity and network security services with VC3, and the amendment of the 2026 fiscal year budget. Additionally, the council voted to table a maintenance agreement for a water tank, approved the installation of a four-way stop at a specific intersection, and authorized legal action for an eviction at a city-owned property. Departmental reports were provided, including updates on a citywide yard sale, holiday closures, and infrastructure projects.

The council meeting agenda included the consideration of suspending the reading of specific ordinances. Key topics involved the final reading of an ordinance to adopt the 2027 Fiscal Year Budget and the first reading of an ordinance amending the 2026 Fiscal Year Budget. Additionally, the council reviewed agreements for cybersecurity services funded by the NCSR Grant, maintenance services for a water tank, and the authorization to apply for a traffic infrastructure grant. Other business included a request for property eviction proceedings and a proposal for unspecified work at a street intersection.

The council held a public hearing and approved ordinance 727-25 to allow duplexes in two-family residential structures as a conditional use in R2 medium density residential districts, with requirements for privacy barriers. The council also approved on first reading ordinance 735-26, adopting the 2027 fiscal year operating budget. Additional agenda items included the approval of a volunteer fire equipment and training grant for fire gear, and discussions regarding the purchase of a used 2019 Pierce Saber fire engine and a second used fire engine to replace aging equipment.

The meeting agenda included consideration of the current agenda and the minutes from the February 10, 2026 meeting. New business involved consideration of suspending the reading of multiple ordinances (727-25 through 734-26). Key items included the first reading of Ordinance 727-25 regarding duplexes/two-family residential structures as a conditional use in the R-2 District. Furthermore, the council addressed the second and final readings of several ordinances adopting the 2024 Editions of the International Residential Code, Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code, Fuel Gas Code, Existing Building Code, and Fire Code. The council also considered approval for the MG Group/Strategic Vision for FY26 audit services, acceptance of the 2026 VFEAT grant, and a request to nominate the White Plains Historic Home as a state historic site. The City Administrator's report mentioned the UC Quilt Festival.

The council meeting addressed several agenda items, including the approval of the agenda and minutes. A motion was passed to suspend the reading of Resolution 374-25 and Ordinance 727-25. Item four involved the consideration and approval of Resolution 374-25, which establishes an annual budget adoption and monitoring policy outlining fiscal fitness procedures throughout the year. Item five was the second and final reading of Ordinance 727-25, concerning the allowance of duplexes and two-family residential structures as conditional or permitted uses in R1 and R2 districts, respectively. After public comment, the council voted to table this ordinance and return it to the planning committee for further discussion on alternative concepts. Department matters included notification of closure for Martin Luther King Day, with regular trash service unaffected. Council members expressed appreciation for staff efforts related to tracking individuals and handling sensitive matters.