John Bellon

The council meeting addressed various operational and development projects, including the approval of a construction services contract for wastewater treatment plant fencing and the acceptance of a community development block grant for the Klamath Advocacy Center. Several cooperative agreements with the National Guard Bureau were authorized for facility repairs, design projects, and fuel cell maintenance facility upgrades. Additionally, the council approved a construction services contract for the Ross Ragland parking lot project, a memorandum of understanding with Klamath County regarding water resale, and the rezoning of property on Campus Drive. Public comments were received regarding camera surveillance systems, and the council concluded by entering an executive session to discuss real property transactions and consult with legal counsel.

The council meeting covered several key discussion topics including proclamations for International Dark Sky Week and Child Abuse Prevention Month. Presentations were held regarding the Main and Esplanade redevelopment project and the FLOCK camera system, which received significant public comment both in favor and against. The council approved the purchase of a skid steer, a contract amendment with RH2 Engineering, and authorized various public works projects including repairs to the B216 Project and equipment purchases for the South 6th Street Booster Station. Additionally, the council conducted land use hearings regarding property rezoning and annexation, and adopted a supplemental budget for the 2025-2027 biennial period.

The council meeting included a review of the city's economic development grants process. The council acknowledged Kirk Sipes for his 15 years of service in the Public Works Maintenance Division. Public comments were made regarding homelessness. The council authorized the purchase of a Ford F250 service truck for the Water Division. A positive recommendation was made for a liquor license application for WinCo Foods. The council authorized a geothermal utility rate increase and construction services contracts for the S. 6th Street Booster Pump Station and Water Line Project with Bob's Excavating, Inc. A resolution was approved in support of modifying the Klamath County Enterprise Zone Agreements. The work done with the train whistle was acknowledged.

The council meeting included presentations such as the U.S. Marine Corps 250th Birthday Proclamation. Public comments addressed the need for an additional Code Enforcement Officer downtown. The council authorized an intergovernmental agreement with Klamath County for chip sealing services, the purchase of a Ford F550 for the Streets Division, and a vehicle for the Wastewater Division. A public hearing was held for a licensed area extension recommendation for Garage Tap House. Contract Amendment #2 to Hen-Ris Roofing & Supply for the Airport FBO Hangar Roof Project and a construction services contract with Outlier Construction, LLC for the Oregon Air National Guard Repair Aircraft Maintenance Unit B216 Project were authorized. Additionally, the purchase of a 500X Sweeper from Tymco, Inc. was authorized.

The council meeting included a public hearing for a liquor license recommendation for Motown's Pizza. The council also discussed and authorized agreements with Sky Lakes Medical Center for a Hospital Resource Officer, the State of Oregon for utilization of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Unified Certification Program, and the National Guard Bureau for the Repair Aircraft Maintenance Unit B216 and the F35 Operations and Maintenance Facility. Additionally, there were discussions regarding blighted properties and upcoming events.