Paris, KY

City Commission

City Commission

City Commission

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City Commission

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City Commission

City Commission

City Commission

City Commission

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City Commission

City Commission

City Commission

City Commission

City Commission

The Paris City Commission will hold a second reading and vote on Ordinance 2026-9, a zoning text amendment for permitted and conditional uses in a Planned Unit Development (PUD). The consent agenda includes several routine items such as hiring a firefighter/EMT, a sanitary sewer project resolution, street closures for events, and rejection of bids for recycling commodities and water meter replacement. A municipal order for co-managed IT services is also on the regular agenda.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2026-9: zoning text amendment for PUD uses
• Municipal Order 2026-78: hire Firefighter/EMT
• Resolution 2026-9: Millersburg Road Sanitary Sewer Project (CDBG)
• Reject bid: Recycling Commodities
• Reject bid: Halo Water Meter Replacement Project

City Commission

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a first reading for a zoning text amendment regarding permitted and conditional uses in a PUD. The body is also reviewing FY'27 funding agreements with several community partners and receiving an audit presentation for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

• First reading of Ordinance 2026-9 regarding Zoning Text Amendment for PUDs
• FY'27 Funding Agreements with partners including Bourbon County Health Department and PAWS
• Audit Presentation for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2025
• Main Street closure request for Pumpkin Festival
• Extension for closing date for purchase of real property on Main Street

The Paris City Commission approved a consent agenda including police fleet purchases, personnel promotions and hires, and multiple FY'26-27 funding agreements. They also supported a 0.5% payroll tax incentive for KY Mudworks, approved financial reports, and discussed a zoning text amendment (first reading).

• Approved police fleet purchase: Bachmann Chevrolet bid $162,000 and Ridgenet bid $63,950.97 (unanimous)
• Approved promotions: Donna Smith to Wastewater-Lab Technician, Lt. Greg Barnett, Brandon Lizer, Kendall Williams to Captain (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Caleb Thornsburg as Firefighter EMT (unanimous)
• Reappointed Carey Barr and Keri Marcum to Joint Parks and Recreation board (unanimous)
• Approved street closure for Pumpkin Festival on Sept 19 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of invoices: General Fund $1,079,754.75, Utility Fund $456,771.74 (unanimous)
• Approved FY'26-27 funding agreements with multiple agencies (unanimous)
• Approved support of 0.5% payroll tax wage assessment incentive for KY Mudworks (unanimous)

City Commission

This is a special meeting of the Paris City Commission to discuss several items including a Brownfield Project and EPA Grant process, Clean Water Act funding for a sanitary sewer infrastructure project at 1208 Millersburg Road, and joint parks and recreation matters. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are listed for discussion only.

• Brownfield Project and EPA Grant Process
• Cleaner Water Act Funding; Sanitary Sewer Infrastructure Project at 1208 Millersburg Road
• Joint Parks and Recreation Program Director Selection
• Summer Little League Program and Garrard Park maintenance
• Main Street Property discussion

The meeting was a joint workshop session with the Bourbon County Fiscal Court, covering updates and discussions only; no formal votes or decisions were taken by the City Commission. Key updates included a $4.8 million EPA grant to the county for remediating the former incinerator site, a $1.5 million KIA loan for sewer work, and progress on the Legion Park project and Main Street property purchase.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded; meeting was a workshop session
• Reported $4.8M EPA grant awarded to Bourbon County Fiscal Court for incinerator remediation
• Reported $1.5M KIA loan approved for sanitary sewer project at 1208 Millersburg Road
• Reported RFP issued for senior living facility at Legion Park; proposals due by August 13
• Reported closing date for Main Street property extended to September 1, 2026, pending Phase II environmental assessment

City Commission

City Commission

The Paris City Commission will hold second readings on several ordinances, including the adoption of the FY 2026-2027 annual budget and amendments to purchasing procedures, the current-year budget, E-911 meter fees, and employee compensation scales. The commission will also consider a notice to proceed for the Fords Mill Road Sewer Project and accept a KIA revolving loan for the Millersburg Road Sanitary Sewer Extension. Consent agenda items include hires for a finance specialist, school resource officer, water plant operator trainee, and E-911 dispatcher, as well as appointments and surplus declarations.

• Second reading: Ordinance 2026-6 adopting the FY 2026-2027 annual budget
• Second reading: Ordinance 2026-7 establishing meter fees for E-911
• Second reading: Ordinance 2026-8 amending compensation scale and classification ranges
• Fords Mill Road Sewer Project – notice to proceed
• Millersburg Road Sanitary Sewer Extension Project – acceptance of KIA revolving loan and contract approval with BGADD

The Paris City Commission unanimously approved several ordinances, including the FY26-27 annual budget, a fourth quarter budget amendment, purchasing procedures, E911 meter fees, and compensation scale changes. They also approved a $3,990,390 contract with Lagco, Inc. for the Ford's Mill Pump Station and Houston Creek Interceptor project, and authorized a loan commitment for the Millersburg Road sewer extension. All votes were unanimous with no abstentions.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-4 purchasing procedures (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-5 FY26 Fourth Quarter Budget Amendment (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-6 FY26-27 Annual Budget (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-7 E911 Meter Fees (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-8 Compensation Scale and Classification Ranges (5-0)
• Approved $3,990,390 contract with Lagco, Inc. for Ford's Mill Pump Station and Houston Creek Interceptor (5-0)
• Approved KIA loan commitment for Millersburg Road Sanitary Sewer Extension (5-0)
• Approved $30,000 Professional Services Agreement with Bluegrass Area Development District (5-0)

City Commission

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a first reading for the FY 2026-2027 Annual Budget and a fourth quarter budget amendment. The body will also discuss the purchase of real property on East Main Street and the appointment of an Assistant City Manager.

• First reading of Ordinance 2026-6 for the FY 2026-2027 Annual Budget
• Municipal Order 2026-59 regarding the purchase of real property at East Main Street
• First reading of Ordinance 2026-7 regarding E911 meter fees
• Municipal Order 2026-62 for the recommendation to hire an Assistant City Manager
• Updated street closures for Festival on Fifth

The commission unanimously approved a revised contract with the Paris Independent School Board and authorized the City Manager, City Attorney, Mayor and City Clerk to finalize and execute it. They also approved multiple full‑time hires for fire and police positions, a flood‑mitigation funding withdrawal, and payment of invoices totaling $486,728.59. Additional approvals included a street‑closure request for the Festival on Fifth and filing for a fire‑fighter grant application.

• Approved revised contract with Paris Independent School Board (unanimous)
• Approved full‑time hire of Xavier Riley, Firefighter/EMT (unanimous)
• Approved full‑time hire of William Haddix, Firefighter/EMT (unanimous)
• Approved full‑time hire of Taylor Hazlewood, Firefighter/EMT (unanimous)
• Approved full‑time hire of Spencer Gibson, Firefighter/EMT (unanimous)
• Approved full‑time hire of Jeremey Hamilton, police officer (unanimous)
• Approved funding withdrawal request for Flood Mitigation at 1870 Rio Vista Dr. (unanimous)
• Approved payment of invoices: $56,330.34 General Fund and $430,398.25 Utility Fund (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will hear the City Manager's budget message for FY26-27 and consider a second reading of an ordinance to amend wastewater surcharge rates. The body will also review employee benefits and a grant application for economic development.

• Ordinance 2026-3: Amending Wastewater Surcharge Rates
• Resolution 2026-7: Intent to apply for CDBG Economic Development Grant
• Resolution 2026-8: Increased design funds for Safe Routes to School (07-3504)
• Street closure request for Festival on Fifth
• Purchases for Wastewater Treatment Plant truck and Houston Oaks Lift Station Pump

The Paris City Commission approved the City Manager's FY26‑27 budget message and amended the wastewater surcharge rates. It also authorized the hiring of a full‑time E‑911 dispatcher, adopted several job descriptions, and approved purchases of a truck and a lift‑station pump. Additional actions included authorizing a grant application, a sidewalk project, street closures for the Festival on Fifth, and payment of general and utility fund invoices.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-3 amending wastewater surcharge rates (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2026-50 hiring E‑911 Dispatch (Heath Harney) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026-8 authorizing supplemental sidewalk agreement (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 3/4‑1 ton truck for $59,489 from Freedom Dodge (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Barnes Lift Station Pump for $24,744 from Service Specialties (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager FY26‑27 Budget Message (unanimous)
• Approved updated street closure for Festival on Fifth (June 12, July 10, Aug 7) (unanimous)
• Approved payment of invoices: $241,967.29 (General Fund) and $238,155.34 (Utility Fund) (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a workshop meeting to review various components of the city's finances. Discussion items include the City Manager's Budget Message, revenue projections, and operating expenses.

• Draft of City Manager's Budget Message
• CIP and Debt Service Analysis
• Salaries and Benefits review
• Revenue Projections
• Operating Expenses

The City Commission held a budget workshop to review the draft FY 26-27 budget and Capital Improvement Plan. No formal decisions were made during the session.

• Held budget workshop to review FY 26-27 draft budget
• Reviewed Capital Improvement Plan and departmental priorities
• Commissioner Gray exited meeting at 10:45 a.m.
• Unanimously adjourned workshop at 11:45 a.m.

City Commission

City Commission

The Paris City Commission will consider amending wastewater surcharge rates and awarding contracts for the Second Street Bridge and Fords Mill Road sewer project. The meeting also includes the appointment of officials and the ratification of a proclamation.

• First reading of Ordinance 2026-3 to amend wastewater surcharge rates
• Award Bid for Second Street Bridge Overlay
• Award Bid for FY'27 Water Treatment and Wastewater Chemicals
• Award Bid for Fords Mill Road Sanitary Sewer Project
• Authorization to sign Task Order 26-03 for Strand Associates

The Paris City Commission unanimously approved a $3,990,390 bid to Lagco Inc for capital improvements, awarded a $141,622 bridge overlay contract to M&M Services Inc, and authorized a $345,000 task order with Strand Engineering Services. The first reading of Ordinance 2026-3 amending wastewater surcharge rates was held; second reading is scheduled for the next meeting. The commission also approved chemicals and suppliers for the FY 2026–2027 water/wastewater budget, two surplus vehicle transfers, and other routine consent agenda items. No action was taken following a closed executive session on potential real property acquisition.

• Awarded $3,990,390 bid to Lagco Inc (unanimous)
• Awarded $141,622.44 bid to M&M Services Inc for West 2nd Street Bridge overlay deck restoration (unanimous)
• Authorized $345,000 task order 26-03 with Strand Engineering Services (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2026-3 on wastewater surcharge rates (unanimous), second reading pending
• Approved chemical purchases for FY 2026–2027 water/wastewater treatment from Brenntag Mid-South, Citco Water, and Hawkins Inc (unanimous)
• Authorized transfer of 2019 Dodge Charger to Bourbon Co. Schools and 2019 Dodge Durango to Paris-Bourbon Co. Planning & Zoning (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Road Aid Program Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved payment of invoices: $106,214.45 General Fund and $467,545.46 Utility Fund (unanimous)

City Commission

The commission will hold a second reading of Ordinance 2026-2, which amends employee pay scales and classification ranges. The consent agenda includes personnel orders, federal funding letters, a street closure, and a surplus declaration. A regular agenda item authorizes a water hydraulic model scope of work with HMB Engineering. The commission may also enter executive session to discuss a potential real property acquisition.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2026-2 amending employee pay scale and classification ranges
• Municipal Order 2026-47: water hydraulic model scope of work with HMB Engineering
• Municipal Order 2026-46: personnel order for Police Captain
• Resolution 2026-5: letters requesting federal funding
• Executive session for potential real property acquisition (KRS 61.810(1)(b))

The City Commission approved the second reading of an ordinance to amend the compensation schedule, hired a new captain, and authorized a $8 million funding request. The board also authorized discussions with Chain Breaker Hospitality Group regarding a potential property acquisition.

• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 2026-2 (Compensation Schedule)
• Approved hiring William Lindon as Captain (Municipal Order 2026-46)
• Authorized Mayor signature for $8,000,000 funding request (Resolution 2026-5)
• Approved Main Street closure for May 9, 2026
• Approved surplus of recycling commodities
• Approved renewal of Blue Cross and Blue Shield agreement
• Approved payment of $347,166.99 in invoices
• Authorized HMB Engineering for Hydraulic Water System Model (MO 2026-47)

City Commission

The City Commission will meet for a special session. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss matters that may lead to the discipline or dismissal of an employee.

• Executive session regarding potential employee discipline or dismissal

The City Commission met in regular session and entered an executive session to discuss personnel matters. Following the executive session, the Commission voted to terminate the employment of Angelica Lawson.

• Terminated employment of Angelica Lawson for insubordination, inefficiency, neglect of duties, and unsatisfactory work and attitude (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a workshop meeting to discuss several property and park projects. The session focuses on planning and engineering discussions rather than final votes.

• Bell Engineering: Stoner Creek Property Outdoor Recreation Plan
• Brent Childers: Bowling Green Riverfront Park
• Terry Gray: Manchester
• REP Engineering
• Grant Felice: Cummins Nature Preserve

The Paris City Commission held a workshop session on April 14, 2026, featuring presentations on a potential outdoor recreation concept for Stoner Creek property, low-head dam conversion, and park maintenance costs. Public comments included both opposition and support for the project. No votes or decisions were taken on any agenda items; the only action was adjournment.

• Adjourned workshop (unanimous)

City Commission

The Paris City Commission will hold the first reading of an ordinance amending the employee pay scale and classification ranges. They will also discuss a downtown street and public parking plan. The consent agenda includes a pole attachment agreement with Spectrum, police department personnel appointments, and a street closure for YMCA Healthy Kids Day.

• First reading of Ordinance 2026-2 amending employee pay scale and classification ranges
• Downtown Street and Public Parking Plan discussion
• Municipal Order 2026-40: Pole attachment agreement with Spectrum Mid-America, LLC
• Police department appointments: Police Officer (2026-43) and Assistant Chief (2026-44)
• Street closure request for YMCA Healthy Kids Day

The Commission approved a downtown public parking plan that converts 6th and 9th Streets to one-way and adds 26 new public parking spaces. The plan also establishes two loading zones and introduces a naming system for city-owned parking lots.

• Approved downtown public parking plan (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2026-40 Spectrum Mid-America pole attachment agreement (unanimous)
• Reappointed Ronald Carter and Melissa Jurgensen to Board of Architectural Review (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Jonathan Tucker (Police Officer), Dwayne Ison (Assistant Chief), and William Davis (Field Operations Laborer I) (unanimous)
• Approved Woodmont Lift Station contract amendment with Herrick Company Inc (unanimous)
• Approved change order #1 with Dynamic Air Solutions (unanimous)
• Approved temporary closure of 9th Street on April 18, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved payments of $259,006.85 (General Fund) and $365,808.92 (Utility Fund) (unanimous)

City Commission

The Paris City Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss the 2026 budget, including specific allocations for Parks and Recreation, Planning and Zoning, the Economic Development Authority, Emergency Medical Services, Enhanced 911, and the Bluegrass Narcotics Drug Taskforce.

• Budget discussion for Parks and Recreation
• Budget discussion for Planning and Zoning
• Budget discussion for Economic Development Authority
• Budget discussion for Emergency Medical Services
• Budget discussion for Enhanced 911 and Bluegrass Narcotics Drug Taskforce

The Paris City Commission and Bourbon County Fiscal Court met to review proposed budgets for several jointly funded entities. No votes were taken during this informational session, which serves as a guide for upcoming budget development.

• EDA funding levels to remain unchanged from the current year
• Joint Parks and Recreation Board proposed $489,270 total contribution ($244,635 each)
• Joint Planning Commission proposed $548,810 in expenses for consideration
• Joint EMS Board proposed $1,640,000 total funding request ($820,000 each)
• Joint E-911 Board proposed $1,085,070 total funding request ($542,535 each)

City Commission

The Paris City Commission will approve minutes from previous meetings, promotions for the Fire and Police departments, and invoices for the General and Utility Funds. The body will also consider a Memorandum of Agreement with the Bluegrass Narcotics Task Force and a street closure for a 5k event.

• Fire Department promotions (Battalion Chief, Lieutenant)
• Police Department promotions (Officer)
• Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator III promotion
• MOA with Bluegrass Narcotics Task Force
• Street closure: Main Street for Tour de Paris 5k

The Commission approved several municipal hires for fire, police, and utility positions. Additionally, the board authorized a $39,139 contract for the HCSO Bluegrass Narcotics Task Force.

• Approved March 10, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 17, 2026, budget meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Austin Lizer as Battalion Chief (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Ben Gnau as Battalion Chief (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Chad Land as Lieutenant (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Tyler Kitchen as Lieutenant (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Kyle Barnett as Lieutenant (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Tony Fields as Police Officer (unanimous)

City Commission

The Paris City Commission will meet to discuss the total operating costs for the 2026 fiscal year, including departments such as Public Works, Police, Fire, and Administration.

• Budget discussion for Operating Costs
• Public Works and Building Maintenance
• Police and Fire Department budgets
• Water Treatment and Wastewater Treatment
• Electric Department and Field Operations

The City Commission held a workshop session to review draft budget proposals for General and Utility Departments and the Administration. A $650,000 request for a Stoner Creek property purchase was presented, but no action was taken.

• Reviewed initial FY2027 budget draft proposals
• Received $650,000 park property request (no action taken)

City Commission

The Paris City Commission will consider a condemnation petition for a utility easement at an unnumbered property on Georgetown Road at Houston Creek, along with a resolution for a Safe Routes to School supplemental agreement. Other items include a request to purchase four police vehicles, approval of a fire department SOP update, and consent agenda items such as surplus fire vehicles and invoice payments.

• Condemnation petition for utility easement at Georgetown Road/Houston Creek
• Resolution 2026-4: Supplemental agreement for Safe Routes to School (TAP 07-3504)
• Municipal Order 2026-30: Engineering services agreement with GRW for Transportation Alternatives Program
• Request to purchase 4 police vehicles and upfitting
• Municipal Order 2026-31: Police Chief appointment

The commission unanimously approved the full‑time hire of Mark Burden as Police Chief and the purchase of four police vehicles and radios. It also authorized agreements for sidewalk projects, updates to the fire department SOP manual, the rehire of Keith Kelley as Field Operations Crew Leader, and the designation of two fire‑department vehicles as surplus property. Invoices totaling $326,904.90 for the General Fund and $342,046.57 for the Utility Fund were approved for payment, and attorneys were authorized to file an eminent‑domain petition for a utility easement on Georgetown Road.

• Approved full‑time hire of Mark Burden as Police Chief (unanimously carried)
• Approved purchase of 4 police vehicles for $229,826 and radios for $6,012.84 (unanimously carried)
• Approved sidewalk project agreements with Transportation Cabinet and GRW (unanimously carried)
• Approved Phase II update of Fire Department SOP Manual (unanimously carried)
• Approved rehire of Keith Kelley as Field Operations Crew Leader, pay scale O7-4 (unanimously carried)
• Approved designation of two fire‑department vehicles and equipment as surplus property (unanimously carried)
• Approved payment of invoices: $326,904.90 (General Fund) and $342,046.57 (Utility Fund) (unanimously carried)
• Approved attorneys to file eminent‑domain petition for utility easement on Georgetown Road (unanimously carried)

City Commission

The City Commission will meet to discuss the Stoner Creek Park Project and review January financials. The body is deciding on a real property bid and several personnel hires for police and field operations.

• Award bid for real property at 219 East 19th Street
• Personnel orders for three new police officers and one police cadet
• Personnel orders for three field operations laborers and one sanitation laborer
• Street closure request for Artwalk on April 17, 2026
• Authorization to declare surplus fire hydrants and other metals

The commission unanimously approved the closure of Main Street between 8th and 2nd Streets from 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm and the activation of the Entertainment District for an Artwalk on April 17, 2026. It also approved Phase I of the Fire Department Standard Operating Procedure Manual, a bid award for the property at 219 E. 19th Street to William Shaw for $2,500, and payment of invoices totaling $223,923.34 for the General Fund and $117,462.18 for the Utility Fund. Additional unanimous approvals included hiring several police officers and labor staff, surplus equipment sale, and financial reports.

• Approved closure of Main Street (8th‑2nd) for Artwalk (unanimous)
• Approved Phase I Fire Department SOP Manual (unanimous)
• Approved award of 219 E. 19th St. property to William Shaw for $2,500 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of invoices $223,923.34 (General Fund) and $117,462.18 (Utility Fund) (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of five police officers and one police cadet (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of three laborers and re‑hire of two laborers (unanimous)
• Approved sale/recycling of surplus fire hydrants and other metal items (unanimous)
• Approved curbside heavy‑trash pickup by Rumpke on April 23 (unanimous)

General

City Commission

This special meeting includes discussion of 2026 goals for the Economic Development Agency, updates on Emergency Medical Services and Enhanced E-911 services, a follow-up on the Paris Pike Corridor Commission, a status update on Millersburg Road Sanitary Sewer, and a review of the Utility Gross Receipts License Tax. No formal votes are scheduled; all items are discussion only.

• Discussion of 2026 goals for the Economic Development Agency (EDA)
• Update on Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
• Update on Enhanced E-911 services
• Follow-up on Paris Pike Corridor Commission
• Review of Utility Gross Receipts License Tax (KRS 160.613, et al.)

The Paris City Commission held a joint meeting with the Bourbon County Fiscal Court and received updates on economic development, emergency medical services, and enhanced 911 operations. The commission affirmed its commitment to extend sanitary sewer service to the Millersburg Road park and directed staff to request that utility bills label the school tax correctly. The meeting was adjourned at 12:21 p.m. by a unanimous motion.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
• City will extend sewer service to Millersburg Road park (commitment affirmed)
• City staff to contact billing company to change “Other Tax” label to “School Tax” on utility bills
• Federal grant of $750,000 secured for elevated water tank at Millersburg Road park

City Commission

The Paris City Commission will hold a second reading of Ordinance 2026-1 regarding net energy metering. They will also consider resolutions to establish bank accounts for police asset forfeiture and evidence, authorize a task order for a sanitary sewer project on Fords Mill Road, and reject a bid for real property at 219 E. 19th Street. The consent agenda includes appointments, a copy machine lease for the Police Department, and a surplus request.

• Second reading: Ordinance 2026-1 (Net Energy Metering)
• Resolution 2026-1: Establishing bank account for state asset forfeiture (Police)
• Resolution 2026-2: Establishing bank account for evidence (Police)
• Authorization: Task Order 26-01 for Fords Mill Rd. Sanitary Sewer Project (Strand Associates)
• Reject bid: Real property at 219 E. 19th Street

The Paris City Commission unanimously approved Ordinance 2026-1 concerning Net Energy Metering. It also approved several municipal orders, resolutions, a copier lease, invoice payments, and a proclamation for Family Resource and Youth Services week. All actions were adopted without opposition.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-1 on Net Energy Metering (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2026-18 reappointing Wayne West to the Board of Adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2026-4 appointing ABC Deputies (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026-3 authorizing bank signatories for the City (unanimous)
• Approved lease for 3 Canon copiers at $519.52 for 63 months (unanimous)
• Approved payment of invoices: $381,755.15 (General Fund) and $610,656.33 (Utility Fund) (unanimous)
• Approved Mayor's proclamation for Family Resource and Youth Services week (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026-1 establishing a State Asset Forfeiture funds bank account (unanimous)

General

City Commission

The regular City Commission meeting scheduled for Jan 27, 2026 was cancelled because of inclement weather. All agenda items have been moved to the regular meeting on Feb 10, 2026. No decisions were made at this session.

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a first reading of an ordinance regarding Net Energy Metering. The body will also consider a consent agenda featuring several personnel orders, board appointments, and contract renewals.

• First reading of Ordinance 2026-1 regarding Net Energy Metering
• Contract renewal for Hach Maintenance Agreement-Water Treatment Plant
• Participation in an EPA Brownfield Coalition Grant
• Revised and additional policies for Phase III Police Department
• Appointments to the E911 Board and Community Development Agency Board

The commission unanimously approved payment of invoices totaling $684,576.70 for the General Fund and $449,002.60 for the Utility Fund. It also approved a municipal order for annual maintenance at the water treatment plant and a one‑year extension of the T‑Mobile tower lease. Several staff hires and reappointments were approved, including a new Field Operations Superintendent and a Firefighter EMT.

• Approved payment of $684,576.70 for General Fund invoices (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $449,002.60 for Utility Fund invoices (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2026-1 for water treatment plant maintenance agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2026-9 amending 2019 engineering services agreement (unanimous)
• Approved extension of T‑Mobile tower lease for one year (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Samuel Harney as Field Operations Superintendent (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Austin Harris as Firefighter EMT (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Stephanie Settles as ABC Administrator (unanimous)