In a recent government meeting, officials discussed significant changes to the city's utility billing system and other community initiatives. The city is in the process of switching its in-house credit card payment processor, which is expected to reduce credit card fees by 50%. This transition is part of a broader effort to enhance financial efficiency.

Notices regarding the upcoming change in the utility billing company were sent to users on September 1st, with the new system set to be fully operational by October 1st. Residents who have automatic withdrawals will need to update their payment information to ensure seamless transactions with the new provider.

In addition to financial updates, the meeting highlighted the successful resolution of a bullying issue from the previous year, which had been a lingering concern for the community. Code enforcement efforts were also discussed, particularly regarding ongoing issues with RV parking on Azalea, which resulted in two citations.

The city is actively engaging with various partners, including Yamhill County Transit and local city planners, to address community needs and improve public services. Upcoming events include the first citizen advisory meeting for DLCD grants on September 18th and the ICMA conference from September 21st to 25th.

Officials emphasized the importance of community engagement and the potential for new communication methods, such as text notifications, to keep residents informed about water-related updates once the new billing system is implemented. The meeting concluded with a reminder of the city's commitment to addressing both routine and unexpected community issues.