Aug 3, 2026BoardMeeting
BoardBenton City Council Meeting
The council meeting addressed various community and administrative matters. Key topics included a report on West Nile virus activity in the area, updates on trail group negotiations regarding a railroad bridge, and a call for volunteers to serve on a steering committee for the comprehensive flood plane hazard management plan. The Benton City Chamber of Commerce provided a quarterly update on business development and recent community events. The council approved an ordinance for the vacation of a right-of-way and organized committees to prepare arguments for upcoming ballot propositions concerning a levy lift and a change in government structure.