Joe Snyder

The council held a special meeting to deliberate on attorney-client privileged communication. A resolution was adopted to adjourn to a closed session specifically for this purpose.

The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 685, which amends Section 54-32 of the Code of Ordinances concerning cemetery fees. The ordinance modifies various charges, including space fees for residents and nonresidents, burial opening and closing fees, cremation-related costs, and establishes guidelines for the city's buy-back program for burial and cremation spaces. The ordinance also defines penalties for violations and specifies the effective date following its publication.

The council recognized the 250th anniversary of the United States, presented the Earl Borden Awards, and received a report from the Midwest Strategy Group. Key business included passing a resolution opposing state bills regarding municipal zoning authority, authorizing fire department extrication equipment, and approving support services for ERP software. The council also accepted a state grant for park infrastructure and community gathering space, approved various infrastructure and maintenance contracts including concrete work, street sweeper acquisition, water main replacement, and rock salt procurement. Furthermore, the council appointed a citizen representative to the recreation authority and adopted goals and objectives for the 2027 fiscal year.

The meeting provided guidance to restaurant owners regarding operational procedures during a boil water advisory and emergency water restrictions. Key discussion points included the prohibition of using plumbed fountain drink machines, the requirement for carry-out style service to avoid dishwashing, the use of disposable food service items, protocols for handwashing and sanitization in kitchens, and information on the status of water infrastructure repairs and testing.

The council received proclamations for Building Safety Month and National Public Works Week, along with a legislative update from a State Senator. Key financial and operational actions included the acceptance of the Fiscal Year End 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, approval to relocate two city precincts for an upcoming election, and authorization for the Parks and Natural Resources Director to act as an agent for a county health fund program. Additionally, the council approved various purchase authorizations for equipment and services, including a boring machine, server and storage system maintenance, fencing replacement, underground utility repairs, and GIS consulting services. The council also approved a purchase agreement for property and rescinded a previous resolution to revise ballot language for a Fire Charter Millage increase.