Jeff Kosmicki

The council reviewed updated work session and open house schedules. Discussions focused on the agreement between the rural fire district and the city regarding service flexibility and costs. The Fire Chief initiated discussions on public safety funding and a potential merger with TFV&R, addressing response times and agency communication systems. Additionally, the council brainstormed short-term revenue solutions, including levy options, service cost definitions, utility fee evaluations, and the potential reduction of certain capacities.

The board meeting agenda includes public comments and the consideration of Resolution No. 2026-04 regarding the approval of the Fiscal Year 2026/2027 budget, followed by a session for agency member concerns.

The City Council meeting addressed various operational and financial items, including the adoption of a supplemental budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and the budget for 2026-2027. Key discussions centered on the creation of a new public safety fee dedicated to fire and emergency services, the revision of solid waste and recycling service rates, and the approval of a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the firefighters' union (IAFF). Additionally, the council reviewed a surplus request for a city pickup truck and engaged in discussions regarding city department reports and committee updates.

The meeting agenda includes a presentation from Waste Management, as well as business items regarding a sewer rate study and sewer rates, and a license agreement for the farmers market. The council also scheduled an executive session to deliberate on labor negotiations.

The City Council meeting agenda included a legislative land use public hearing regarding amendments to the Dundee Municipal Code Title 17, specifically focusing on prohibiting drive-through establishments within the Community Commercial zone and removing associated design standards. Additionally, the council reviewed various pending business items including public works projects like the Old Dundee Elementary School, land use and code amendments, updates to system development charge methodologies, storm drain master plans, and development of city parks and trails.