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Sep 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Russell City Council Minutes
The Council conducted a public hearing for the 2027 budget and formally adopted it. Key business included a presentation on a Moderate-Income Housing Development proposal, updates on water conservation and production, and approval of a 10-year reserve fund plan. The Council also approved the PEC R9 Waterline Design Supplemental Agreement, selected a lighting option for Main Street, and authorized an Adobe Agreement. Several resolutions were passed, including the establishment of an employee rate schedule and setting a public hearing for a new redevelopment district. An executive session was held to discuss personnel matters, during which a temporary wage increase for the Interim City Manager was approved.
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The Council meeting included a presentation on community transformation strategies and an update on water source status. The governing body addressed several financial and administrative matters, including the adoption of the 2026 amended budget for a TIF fund, the review of the 2025 financial audit, and the approval of a City Manager employment extension. Legislative actions included declaring a Stage II Water Warning, approving the Kansas Airport Improvement Program agreement, and authorizing a special event application for the Bricks, Broncs, and BBQ event. Additionally, the Council scheduled public hearings regarding the Neighborhood Revitalization Program and dangerous structures, approved a work order for waterline improvements, and authorized a grant application for water infrastructure funding.
Aug 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Russell City Council Minutes
The Council received presentations regarding the 2027 budget, water conservation efforts, and a community impact award. Discussion topics included design elements for Main Street and lighting options. Action was taken to approve a street closure application, authorize a public fireworks display, and adopt updated ordinances for traffic and public offenses. Additionally, the Council scheduled public hearings for a water loan application and a TIF fund budget amendment, and conducted multiple executive sessions to discuss personnel matters and attorney-client privileged information.
Aug 4, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Russell City Council Meeting Minutes
The council held a public hearing regarding the creation of a Community Improvement District and subsequently adopted an ordinance to establish it, levying a sales tax for improvements. Key actions included approving a contract for the North Highway 281 reconstruction project, setting a public hearing for the 2027 budget, and accepting a bid for a new sanitation truck. The council also received updates on water source status, grant funding, and potential water project loans. Executive sessions were conducted regarding real property acquisition and personnel matters, resulting in the appointment of an Interim City Manager.
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