Julia Keibler

The agenda for this regular meeting of the Town Council includes departmental and committee reports from the Clerk-Treasurer, Police Department, Public Works Department, Town Attorney, Town Engineer, Plan Commission, and Redevelopment Commission. New business items are scheduled for bid openings concerning Roadway Paving Quotes (CCMG-01) and Peach Tree Lane Sanitary Sewer Improvements. Further new business includes discussions on the Mainstream Fiber Agreement Permit 3, the Shireman Contract 1618 Canal Lane, a Labor Position for Public Works, and two Donation Requests from the Optimist Club and Lyons Club, as well as the Website Contract. The meeting will conclude with the approval of the Claims Docket and Purchase Orders.

This Comprehensive Plan for the Town of Georgetown outlines goals and land use policies to guide future development, promote citizen interests, and enhance environmental resources. The plan focuses on several key areas: revitalizing downtown by protecting historic districts and implementing revitalization recommendations; improving pedestrian safety and connectivity; standardizing development standards through zoning ordinance updates; and expanding recreation opportunities while safeguarding sensitive flood-prone areas. The overarching objective is to provide a framework for the town's future and guide it toward its vision.

The Redevelopment Commission meeting addressed several key items. Funding approvals were granted for two projects: $1,250 for Jeni Wiseman's property at 9140 St Rd 64, using Eric Cox as the contractor, and $3,900 for Brian Leitner's property at 9120 High Street. Discussion also included a request for façade grant funding for the Celebration Worship Center's bell tower repair, with the possibility of a matching grant from the Landmark Foundation. A revised purchase agreement for the Lois Lane properties was approved, addressing the issue of existing structures. Finally, a revised "Welcome to Georgetown" sign was presented, with three potential locations under consideration.

The meeting focused on a resolution for the purchase of real property to be used in the expansion of a ballpark. The resolution authorized the signing of necessary documents outside of a meeting, with the closing to occur within 120 days, contingent on the removal of existing structures. Issues regarding the lack of parcel numbers on the deed and the existence of a sewer lien were addressed.

The Redevelopment Commission meeting addressed a reimbursement request from Flippin 812, LLC for a project at 9015 St Rd 64. The request was for reimbursement of materials, labor, and a portion of the total project cost, up to \$5,000. The commission approved a contingent amount of \$2,780, pending the submission of two complete contractor estimates. A discussion also took place regarding assistance for residents of a trailer on Lois Lane to relocate.