During a recent government meeting, several key resolutions were approved, reflecting ongoing efforts to enhance city services and infrastructure.

Among the notable decisions was the approval of a budget adjustment of $30,000 to upgrade court service technology, including servers and software. Additionally, a $7,500 budget adjustment was sanctioned for public notifications regarding ordinances passed by the city council.

The council also approved a right of entry and temporary construction easement agreement with CRP/WRDPHazenowner LLC, facilitating improvements to parkland along Hamstring Creek. A significant contract was awarded to Olsen Engineering for $90,720 to design remediation work for the decommissioning of the old police department shooting range, with an additional project contingency of $9,072.

In terms of equipment purchases, the council authorized the acquisition of a Timco Bridal 600 Street Sweeper for $365,665 and a 2024 International CV 515 Utility Truck for $109,955.67, both through cooperative purchasing contracts. A generator maintenance contract with Cobra Power Systems was also approved, extending through November 2026.

Further resolutions included amendments to existing service agreements for water service line compliance and the West Corridor water transmission main project, with budgets adjusted accordingly. The council awarded a bid for submersible jet aerators totaling $298,526 and approved the purchase of firefighting rescue equipment for the Federal Fire Department.

A significant highlight was the acceptance of a state drug crime enforcement grant of $272,301 for the 4th Judicial District Drug Task Force, which will support ongoing regional law enforcement efforts.

Lastly, a two-year economic development service contract was awarded to Startup Junk Consulting for $250,000 annually, aimed at fostering entrepreneurship and innovation in the community.

The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote on the consent agenda, with the exception of the drug enforcement grant, which was discussed in detail.