Lee Evans

The council conducted a swearing-in ceremony, reviewed police commendations and staff recognitions, and held a public hearing on fireworks restrictions due to drought conditions. New business included financial discussions regarding accounts payable, Gross Receipts Tax updates, overtime reports, and the adoption of an ordinance to increase water and sewer rates. Additionally, the council approved a resolution for an emergency grant for the West Water Tank Storage Project, authorized a subscriber agreement for electric vehicle charging services, approved a transit agreement with the City of Farmington, and authorized the declaration and disposal of surplus property.

The council appointed a new City Clerk and discussed budget presentations, municipal court staffing needs, and operational impacts. The council engaged a consulting and legal services firm for a rulemaking petition and held discussions on accounts payable, Gross Receipts Tax (GRT) updates, and financial updates for the current and upcoming fiscal years. Additionally, the council approved an agreement with the local youth soccer league, declared obsolete equipment as surplus, and approved two zone changes for local properties. A proposal for a new administrative position was tabled for further consideration. The meeting concluded with a closed session to discuss pending or threatened litigation.

The City Council meeting addressed multiple administrative and operational items. The council discussed and approved a Lodgers Tax request, authorized proxy signatories for the DFA PARS/CAPS grant agreement system, declared an obsolete police truck as surplus property for donation to the Bloomfield Irrigation District, and approved the fiscal year 2027 preliminary budget.

The meeting agenda includes the approval of accounts payable, a presentation regarding the FY 22-26 Infrastructure Capital Improvements Plan, and discussions to approve resolutions related to updating and designating authorized signatories on city bank accounts. Other topics include a discussion on opening the library and a closed executive session to deliberate on pending litigation regarding Bloomfield v TRD, as well as limited personnel matters. The council may also authorize the City Manager and City Attorney to negotiate and finalize a settlement in the aforementioned litigation.

The meeting includes discussions regarding accounts payable and a gross receipts tax (GRT) update. The council will consider action on an ordinance to adjust the municipal solid waste fee schedule. Additionally, the agenda covers the potential approval of agreements with Bloomfield Youth Baseball and the Four Corners Fastpitch Association, along with an update on the fiscal year 2027 budget.