During a city council meeting on October 7, 2024, council members convened to discuss an ex post facto vote regarding a project at 126 Lawrence Lane. The meeting, held in the city hall auditorium and accessible via Zoom, included Councilman Drake Waldron, Councilman Steve Ibane, and Councilman Dave Oliver, along with City Treasurer Dan Farley.

The council voted to approve $4,956 for emergency work completed on the replacement of an oil tank at the site. The motion was made by Councilman Ibane and seconded by Councilman Oliver. The need for an ex post facto vote arose because the construction manager was unfamiliar with the requirement for small cities to obtain prior committee approval before proceeding with such work.

Councilman Waldron explained that the project had met all financial requirements, but the oil tank was removed without the necessary approval due to an oversight. He noted that the municipality's unique requirement for committee approval prior to work completion distinguishes it from other municipalities, where projects can proceed if they meet financial criteria.

The council's decision underscores the importance of adhering to procedural requirements, even in emergency situations, to ensure compliance and accountability in municipal operations.