Tisha Morris

The council reviewed and approved the consent agenda, which included engineering services agreements, grant funding for the LPF project, and payment authorizations for lift station improvements. Legislative actions included the approval of a resolution regarding nuisance weed and grass abatement procurement, and initial discussions on ordinances concerning snow removal regulations and an updated anti-nepotism policy. Departmental reports covered ongoing maintenance projects and snow removal efforts, along with a review of unauthorized billing. New business included the planning of spring clean-up days, approval of a support letter for tourism initiatives, and authorization for the purchase of a new police K9 vehicle. The council conducted an executive session to discuss personnel and property matters, and subsequently approved retroactive raises for part-time police officers.

The City Council meeting agenda included a hearing for an AmeriCorps Volunteer's activity progress report. Key discussions and actions involved several ordinances: Ordinance 2148 amending street regulations regarding Snow Removal, Ordinance 2149 establishing an anti-nepotism policy, and Ordinance 2150 accepting new subdivision parcels. Officer reports were presented by Commissioners Morris, Glenn, Arkebauer, O'Malley, and Mayor Goldsmith. Financial matters reviewed included monthly revenues totaling $42,286.26 and a motion to approve bills amounting to $118,349.76. Unfinished business involved discussions on the 2026 City clean up days and the 2026 Electronics Recycling Day. New business included discussions on a Body Camera Grant, the Great Rivers & Routes Contract, a Business District Exception Grant, and the Hiring of a Part-Time Police Officer. The session concluded with a Closed Session and Other Business.

The meeting included consideration of a Consent Agenda covering engineering service agreements with WHKS for the IDOT LPF grant and funding requests related to Wastewater System Improvements and Lift Station Improvements. Discussions and actions were scheduled for several items, including a Resolution Authorizing Intergovernmental Collaboration for Nuisance Weed and Grass Abatement Services, an ordinance amending the City Code regarding Snow Removal, and an ordinance establishing an anti-nepotism policy. Reports were given by City Officers, and monthly revenues were reviewed. New business included discussions on the 2026 City clean up days, Electronics Recycling Day, a letter of support for Great Rivers and Routes, and a potential K9 Vehicle Purchase. Closed session topics involved employee compensation/discipline, collective negotiating matters, and setting property sale/lease prices. Other business included potential raises for Part Time Police Officers, Public Works Union Negotiations, Nokomis Fire Protection District Property matters, and hiring of Summer/Part-time help.

The meeting agenda included action items under the Consent Agenda concerning an engineering services agreement and a joint funding agreement with WHKS for the IDOT LPF grant. Discussions and actions were scheduled for Resolution No. 2026-01 regarding intergovernmental collaboration for nuisance weed and grass abatement services, and Ordinance 2148 amending city code regarding snow removal. Reports were provided by City Officers, and monthly revenues totaling $530,359.36 were reviewed. Other business included a discussion on raises for Part Time Officers in the Police Department, Public Works Union Negotiations, and the Nokomis Fire Protection District Property. A closed session was planned to discuss employee compensation, collective negotiating matters, and property setting prices.

The executive session focused on collective negotiating matters between the public body and its employees or their representatives, specifically concerning the Police Department union contract negotiations. Discussions included comparing K-9 officer hours, shift differential, and benefits with other local departments. A discussion regarding the School Resource Officer (SRO) benefits also took place. The council directed the Mayor to prepare a counteroffer proposal for future approval. Additionally, the review and approval of prior lawfully closed session minutes were addressed.