Trent A. Shaffer

Geneva Town Council Meeting

The meeting commenced with standard procedures, including the pledge of allegiance and confirmation of quorum. Key agenda items included the approval of minutes from previous meetings held in December 2025 and January 2026. The council conducted its 2026 reorganization, which involved re-electing the President and Vice President. Endorsements were made for the Fire Department's officer selections, and a motion was passed to retain all current employees. Discussions covered updates on the fire department, including scheduling the final review for the new fire truck specifications and the commencement of the fire station bathroom remodel. The Utilities report detailed emergency work on lift stations due to failed pumps and potential shortages of road salt. New business involved discussing correspondence with Bright Speed regarding two torque lane claims, where one claim was approved for payment after review of locate ticket evidence, and the second remains under dispute. Additionally, the council approved utilizing the old doctor's office as a voting center for the upcoming May primary. Old business included scheduling an executive session to discuss the workforce manager hiring update and determining a path forward for establishing a yearly stipend for employee Paratransit certification, rather than an hourly rate.