Mayor and City Council of the City of Peru Regular Meeting
The City Council meeting covered various administrative and community topics. Key discussions included approval for the closure of 5th Street for a homecoming parade, acceptance of a donation, authorization for downtown beautification flower purchases, and the approval of a volunteer firefighter application. Reports were provided on water usage, city clean-up efforts, audits, and facilities maintenance. Additionally, the Council discussed and approved the purchase of utility billing software, the donation of proceeds from a fundraiser to a local animal organization, the purchase of office chairs and street signage, and the adoption of several resolutions concerning municipal funds and hazard mitigation. An ordinance regarding the separation of the Deputy Clerk and Grant Coordinator positions was approved, alongside an ordinance amending compensation for officials. The Council also held an executive session to discuss strategy regarding pending litigation involving water billing issues.