Fredonia Fire Department

Key discussions included resident concerns regarding utility billing related to solar panel energy usage and property damage claims resulting from a sewer backup and flooding incident from September 2025; the council agreed to have the town attorney work with the insurance company regarding the claims. The police department reported on traffic citations and presented an award to an officer. The library director provided updates on activities, new Hot Spot machines, and plans for a traveling museum exhibit. The town office reported on vehicle decals and upcoming 2026 elections, including Home Rule on the ballot. Action items included the approval to purchase a shipping container for Christmas decorations, discussion regarding a new library building, approval of a pay raise for the Librarian, approval of retirement benefits for the Judge, and establishing a timeline for utility shut-offs for delinquent accounts following a final notice. The council also addressed funding for the sewer line project overrun at the Old Saw Mill property and the need to revise the vacation time policy.

The council discussed various topics, including a report on the library's funding and potential relocation, a tabled item regarding a trailer with solar panels for Vision Meters due to the absence of Public Works representatives, and the possibility of town vehicle decals. They also addressed the progress of insurance claims related to homes flooded during a recent rainstorm and reviewed the town's time off policy, deciding to hold a work meeting for further discussion. Additionally, there was a request for proposals for a new civil and criminal attorney, concerns about a potential ambulance service jeopardizing the town's agreement with Kane County, and appreciation for signs ordered for trucks using their Jack Brakes.

The Fredonia Town Council held a regular meeting to discuss and act on various items. The council discussed the 2022-2023 audit, parcel line adjustments, and the appointment of a member to the Landfill Committee. They also considered a town clean-up initiative, a liquor license for Judd Auto, and the approval of Easy Street signatures for building. Updates were provided on the sewer line extension project, emergency medical services, and the fires on Kaibab. The council decided to table the discussion on stipends for Town Council Members until a future date.

The Fredonia Town Council meeting included discussions and actions on several key items. The council approved funding for SCBA gear for the Fire Department and a new van for the Senior Center. They also approved an ordinance regarding reimbursement fees for the courts. Further discussions involved the replacement of carpet in the town office, expanding the conference room, and installing lights around the office building, with some items tabled for further bidding. An executive session was held to discuss city planning, leading to motions regarding impact fees, water system improvements, power grid assessments, and the solicitation of RFPs for legal counsel.

The council discussed a request for a conditional use permit for a sign along Highway 89a, and concerns about semi-trucks using their J brakes within town limits. The council also discussed electric contracts in an executive session. Future agenda items were also discussed, including land combination/split/lot line adjustments, town committees and departments, the General Plan, emergency preparedness, water supply, model city tax code, and purchasing an electrical structure.