Jake Jones

Key discussions and actions during the meeting included the appointment of Jason Speer to the City Council for the balance of the term ending December 31, 2025. Department reports were received, including the signing of a new memorandum between the library and the Friend of Cascade Library (FOCL), and the installation of cameras at the shop and City Hall. New business addressed the appeal concerning the cessation of water services to properties outside the city limits, resulting in an amended motion to extend the cessation date to June 1, 2026, and to allow further negotiation between attorneys. The Council also accepted the III Annual Report, adopted an ordinance clarifying terms of operation, and approved the renewal of Alcohol Beverage Licenses for 2026. Furthermore, the Council approved a refund/donation for the First Responders August Sport Park event and ratified the professional services agreement for an on-call Planner. A motion was passed to increase the grade of the Building Inspector to Building Official, with a subsequent fee increase to be finalized by February 1, 2026. The consent agenda, excluding August financials, was approved.

Key discussions and actions included the approval of Tabitha Hill Snapp-Rankin as City Treasurer. Department reports were presented, noting the departure of an engineer from Ardurra and updates on construction projects like Cabarton Road. New business involved tabling discussions on CPI changes for Lakeshore Disposal, reviewing proposed airport hangars (AB 26-03), and directing staff action regarding a nuisance property (AB 26-04). Other tabled items included professional services agreements and fee increases. Liquor license renewals for Harpo's Howdy's and REO's were approved, and the first pay application for the Granite Excavation sanitary improvement project was accepted. The Council also approved the setup and support for the Caselle Accounts Receivable module. During the consent agenda review, concerns were raised about budget overages reflected in the August financials.

Key discussions included the approval of the Littlejohn Landscaping bid for Armstrong Park landscaping modifications (AB 26-08). An agenda item regarding Lakeshore Disposal (AB 26-13) was moved to the next meeting pending attorney review. Discussion on a Professional Services Agreement with JUB for an on-call Planner (AB 26-14) was tabled to allow for modifications clarifying upfront estimates and billing procedures. Discussions regarding Building Permit fee increases (AB 26-16) and the Grade Increase for the Building Inspector to Building Official (AB 26-17) were tabled until the next session. The renewal of several Alcoholic Beverage Licenses was approved, contingent upon proper signatures instead of initials. Additionally, the appointment of Tim Atwood to the Cascade Public Library Board was approved. The Mayor reported on a recent visit from the USDA State Director and noted that the Comprehensive Plan FINAL Draft is expected the following day. The Consent Agenda, including payment reports and financial review, was approved, with subsequent discussions clarifying invoices related to the Library's printer/copier and paving repairs.

The council discussed and decided to re-open the hearing for CUP 25-01, including a view shed analysis, sound impact study, and DEQ permit. Public comment was heard regarding city notification to water users outside city limits. Department reports included updates from the Airport, City Engineer, Clerk, Library, and Public Works. The council denied a request to add a Conex building on Freedom Outdoors' lease and voted to terminate the lease due to lack of payments. A new Treasurer was hired. The consent agenda was approved, excluding the August financials, with modifications to the applicant rebuttal regarding hours of operation and truck numbers.

The council discussed several items, including a proposal for airport hangars, a nuisance attachment, a change order for the Cabarton Sewer project, temporary property access permissions for work on the city water tank, and continuing airport engineer services. They also discussed the Armstrong Park Highway Berm landscaping quote, a new copy machine lease, and a resolution for the destruction of records. The Mayor reported on the new Treasurer, the city's participation in a scarecrow contest, liquor license renewals, and the Caselle AR module. The council also entered an executive session to discuss hiring a public officer and legal ramifications.