Kirk Wilson

The council addressed several agenda items, including the approval of various permits and board appointments. A public hearing was held regarding the Mid-Town Utility and Street Improvements Project. Key resolutions were adopted for the 12th Avenue Resurfacing Project, improvements for the Wastewater Pump Station, and an amendment to the MSA professional service contract. The Parks and Recreation Vision 2029 Plan was acknowledged and placed on file. Additionally, the council approved the replacement of fire department garage doors, partial releases of development agreements for residential and commercial estates, and the construction of permanent sidewalks at multiple locations. Financial and policy actions included the adoption of the FY 2019-2020 non-union wage plan, an amendment to the Police Department union agreement, and the scheduling of a future public hearing to amend city purchasing policies.

The council held a public hearing to consider amendments to speed regulations within the city code, specifically regarding speed zones on Center Point Road, and subsequently adopted an ordinance to finalize these changes. Additionally, the council set a future public hearing date concerning a development agreement with Hawkeye Dr., LLC. Other actions included authorizing the purchase of a replacement light tower for the Fire Department, appointing a new volunteer firefighter/EMT, and designating the official city newspaper.

The agenda for the meeting includes the approval of bills and department reports, the authorization of various liquor and beer permits, and the appointment of a Planning and Zoning Commission member. Discussion items feature a mayoral proclamation for Fire Prevention Week and a public hearing regarding an amendment to speed regulations on Edgewood Road. The council will also consider a development agreement with World Class Industries, Inc. and Cobb Family Limited Liability Limited Partnership, set future public hearing dates for traffic regulations and a sewer extension project, review proposals for the Guthridge Trail Reconstruction Project, and receive a presentation on Tax Increment Financing.

The City Council conducted several public hearings regarding amendments to city codes, including nonconforming building regulations, building code storage container prohibitions, outside storage requirements, and street excavation bonds. Fees for the Community Development Department were revised and adopted. The Council discussed the closure of a local business, addressed franchise fees for utility providers, and scheduled future public hearings for the budget and a development agreement. Additionally, the Council authorized a real estate deed conveyance, approved a software contract for streamlining finance processes, and placed the fiscal year independent auditor's report on file.

The council adopted Ordinance #628, which amends the sewer service charge rate. Additionally, they reviewed bids for street sweeping services and authorized a contract with Kluesner Construction. Discussions were held regarding a future public hearing for amending Ordinance #627, authorizing RFPs for City Attorney services, and planning the Heritage Green Drainage Project. The council also approved a pay estimate for the City Hall project, authorized the bidding process for a dump truck replacement, and scheduled several community events including electronic recycling, household hazardous waste collection, and a shredding event. Further actions included the adoption of the FY09-10 budget, approval of various bonding procedures for municipal improvements, and a closed session to discuss imminent litigation.