The most noteworthy decision was the approval of a zoning amendment to section 4.1C, targeting four specific lots in the R3 medium density residential district that were previously undevelopable under existing standards. The amendment permits these lots, recorded before October 1, 1968, to follow RT2 traditional single and two-family residence district standards. This change facilitates the potential development of these lots, particularly a corner lot at 16th South and South German Street, which had previously required numerous variances for a proposed project to build single-family homes. The council’s decision stemmed from recommendations by the planning commission to amend the ordinance rather than repeatedly granting variances, thereby paving the way for future development.

Another topic was the update to the city’s purchasing policy. The council agreed to increase the minimum purchase order requirement from $2,500 to $5,000, a change prompted by requests from department heads to streamline processes and reduce administrative burdens.

The council also approved a three-year joint powers assessment agreement with Brown County. This agreement ensures that the county will continue to provide assessment services to the city at specified costs over the next three years, beginning with $116,067 in 2026, rising incrementally each year.

In community news, the council accepted donations totaling $9,278 for various park and recreational projects, underscoring community support and engagement. These included contributions for memorial benches, park improvements, and the Herman Run sponsorship.