May 6, 2021 – Regular Council Meeting

The Public Hearing for the budget for fiscal year 2021/2022 was held at 5:44 p.m. There was no public participation.
The regular council meeting convened at 6:00 p.m. There was no public participation.
A report was given by the assessor.
A report was given regarding the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Bills totaling $114,175.64 were approved.
The Treasurer’s report was approved.
A report was given on the City’s USDA-Rural Development funding application status. Permits for the WWTP Headworks Improvement project are expected next week.
No response received to request for bids for Weber Court fence.
Bids were received from 3 companies for the City sign. Bid awarded to MJB Signs.
A proposal from United Systems for Itron FCS upgrade was accepted. Current software only supported until 12/31/21.
Budget amendments were approved for fiscal year 2020/2021.
The proposed budget for fiscal year 2021/2022 was adopted.
The millage rate was set at 11.5 mills for fiscal year 2021/2022 (no change).
The 4th of July was discussed. After much discussion it was the consensus of Council not to have any 4th of July activities this year.
The proposed Charter was passed at the May 4 Special Election 66 to 34. Copies of the Charter are available to the public at the City Clerk’s office.
Committee reports were given.
The meeting adjourned at 7:27 p.m.
The next City regular council meeting will be held on June 3, 2021.
Copies of City Council proceedings are available at City Hall during regular business hours.

Respectfully Submitted,
Tammy S. Van Domelen
Clerk