Kevin Peters

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Key discussions during the meeting included the approval of recommendations from the Water and Sewer committee and the monthly bills. Regarding ordinances, the third reading of Ordinance #25-881 concerning the rezoning of Hope in Christ property was tabled until January for a public hearing, while Ordinance #25-882 concerning changing ticket fees for the Town of Monterey passed its third reading. Two resolutions were considered: Resolution #25-005 requesting the state return the local share of single article cap sales tax, which was passed, and Resolution #25-006 requesting an amendment to TCA Section 6-51-104 regarding annexation by majority property owner consent, which was tabled. In new business, the board approved a $1,000 donation and street closures in April for a project graduation 5k race. The board also approved establishing the position of codes officer with specific compensation terms. A discussion occurred regarding taking ownership of the dining car at the Depot, with the Depot Society handling rentals and insurance costs. The board voted to purchase batteries for the boom lift at the city garage and to surplus and sell the backup backhoe. There was also a discussion regarding funding for a potential dog park.

The committee discussed new business items including the penny guidance memo from the comptroller, deciding to create a resolution to either credit customers for penny amounts due or apply the remainder to their next bill. A review of the current 2025-2026 budget showed it was generally acceptable at the six-month mark, with potential amendments to follow. Budget amendments were identified as necessary for the fire department air pack grant and the codes officer. Finally, the committee recommended issuing budget paperwork for the 2026-2027 fiscal year to department heads with a submission deadline of March 1st.

The meeting included consideration of monthly bills and action on an ordinance. A public hearing was held prior to the meeting regarding the 3rd Reading of Ordinance #25-881, which rezones approximately 5.6 acres on Peter Avenue from I-1 to General Commercial C-2, and the ordinance was subsequently passed. A resolution was considered and passed to name the overpass at 301 in Monterey the CS3 Zachary T. Schonborn Memorial Bridge. In other business, the board discussed a rail car agreement and passed the contract for the codes enforcement officer, stipulating that licenses must be obtained within one year of the contract signature. The Chief of Police was available to answer questions regarding previous month's statistics.

The agenda includes committee reports from the Street Committee and the Building and Grounds Committee. The board will discuss irrigation at The Nate, a survey on Johnson Avenue, the Jack-O-Lantern Jamboree, and a BCBS Grant. Attorney Evan Wright will address the board concerning the Riverkeepers. The board will also consider bids for the Stormwater Drainage project and Hwy 70 force main bids. Other items include mayor updates and other business.