Mike Cracraft

The meeting includes an agenda for the Ely City Council and a session of the Ely Gaming Licensing Board. Key topics include public comments on agenda items and broader city matters, a discussion and possible action regarding the approval of a gaming license for William Hill Nevada, and an executive session for personnel matters.

The council meeting covered various administrative, fiscal, and community-related items. Key discussions included the approval of commercial grant applications for local properties, the awarding of a bid for the Morley Avenue Water Upgrade Project, and the acceptance of the Municipal Water Department Asset Management Plan. The agenda also featured a budget work session for the fiscal year 2027, the approval of resolutions concerning the donation of a parcel for safe housing, mural placement, and fire department stipend rates. Additionally, the council addressed a settlement agreement with the Nevada Northern Railway Foundation and the state, and authorized a medical director services contract for the volunteer fire department.

The council meeting addressed various department reports and licensing matters, including the approval of a liquor license and a gaming license. The Tree Board presented recommendations regarding tree species for landscaping projects and a proclamation for Arbor Day. New business items included the approval of an interlocal agreement for police protection, the selection of a substitute municipal judge, determination of compensation for pro tempore judges, and authorization to release a Request for Proposals for a conflict prosecutor.

The board discussed a report from the Robinson Nevada Mining Company regarding local development and water mitigation efforts. New business items included a recommendation to award a bid for the Morley Avenue Water Upgrade Project, the acceptance of the Ely Municipal Water Department Asset Management Plan, and a request to remove utility fee penalties for a property owner in Lund, Nevada. The meeting also included various departmental reports from city officials, public works, and engineering staff.

The meeting includes the election of a Chairman and Vice-Chairman through the end of 2026. Key business items involve a recommendation to replace specific tree species for a landscaping project, a discussion on the benefits of silva cells, a proposal to proclaim Arbor Day in the City of Ely, and an update on the Tree City USA application and state forestry subgrant activities.