Matt Bacon

The Commission conducted a public hearing regarding Case Number 17-05, a request submitted on behalf of USD 250 for a Short Form Plat concerning the PCMS properties located in the 1300 Block of North Broadway. The purpose of this request was to consolidate multiple existing lots to support future middle school expansions and site improvements. The Commission reviewed the petition and unanimously approved the short form plat.

The board discussed several items, including banner updates, the selection of a consultant for an HPF grant, progress on the Falcon Box project, and tree recommendations for the downtown area. New business topics included increased parking signage, the potential hiring of a parking attendant, and upcoming marketing initiatives such as Small Business Saturday, a Meet n' Mingle event, the development of a Pittsburg flag design, and Oktoberfest planning. The board also reviewed a schedule of upcoming downtown events.

The agenda for the upcoming commission meeting includes the appointment of members to the Farmers' Market Advisory Board and the approval of an agreement for insurance agency and broker services. Several tax abatement renewals for local businesses were slated for consideration. Additionally, the commission planned to review the purchase of a utility tractor for the municipal airport, the award of a contract for engineering and project management services for a street restoration project, a preliminary engineering report for the water treatment plant, and the donation of a city property to the Land Bank. The agenda also included an executive session to discuss the City Manager's letter agreement.

The Commission addressed several legislative and operational items. Actions taken included the approval of ordinances related to zoning district boundary amendments and contractor license fees. The Commission authorized a fireworks display contract for the upcoming July 4th celebration and reviewed a special presentation regarding a student-led development program. Further business included the approval of a variance request for residential construction, the awarding of a roof replacement contract, and a revision to the procurement order for a new fire department aerial apparatus. Finally, the Commission passed a resolution to authorize and finance various public infrastructure improvements, including street and utility work.

The board conducted a reorganization, appointing a new Chairman and Vice-Chairman. The financial status of the market was reviewed, noting reserves, grant allocations, sponsorship needs, and 2019 vendor sales performance. The board discussed the status of the Market Manager position and updated the job description. Additionally, the operating hours for Wednesday markets were adjusted, and key operational and promotional goals were established for the 2020 season, including sponsorship acquisition, social media strategies, and public education initiatives.