The most significant topic of the meeting was the approval of resolutions related to the 2022 improvements on Fourth Street and Broadway Street. The council voted to approve the resolution for the hearing on the final assessment and declared the costs for these improvements. It was noted that the project costs came in under budget, which was welcomed news. The council also considered the possibility of adjusting repayment terms for the assessments, although historically the city has maintained a 15-year repayment schedule.

In addition to infrastructure improvements, the council explored potential grant opportunities. Discussions included the possibility of applying for a tree replantation grant following the removal of trees in Cranon Park. A Paint the Town Grant was also mentioned as a means to improve and maintain public spaces, such as park shelters. The council considered future funding possibilities for a four-block street reconstruction project, currently on hold due to budget constraints, with hopes of finding grant support for 2025.

The meeting also covered the Goodhue Economic Development Authority’s ongoing efforts to support local businesses. Updates included the status of facade improvement requests, which are on hold due to budget limitations, and shared resources for daycare startups and small farmers. The council discussed low-interest loan opportunities for business expansion and the potential for integrating the farmers market with community events to promote local economic activity.