The council held a detailed public hearing regarding proposed sewer connection fee increases. The city’s auditor, David Ganon, explained the necessity of the fee adjustments, which are intended to ensure that new users of the sewage system contribute their fair share towards the capital expenditures historically borne by previous users. The revised fees are set to increase to $7,598 per unit for residential properties, $3,799 per guest room for hotels and motels, and $38 per gallon per day for non-residential general properties. The council unanimously voted to adopt these new rates, following the hearing.

Another notable item was the council’s opposition to Senate Bill S4736. Although the specifics of the bill were not detailed in the meeting, the resolution against it was approved, with only one member dissenting.

In other business, the council approved multiple resolutions, including one authorizing payment of bills and another establishing a new sewer rate schedule. Additionally, ordinances related to roadway improvements on Third Avenue and amendments to building construction and fire protection protocols were adopted following public comment sessions.