At a glance
The Common Council held a public hearing Monday night on the proposed 2026 sidewalk improvement district budget and assessment roll. Two residents spoke in support of the Public Works Board's work on the budget. The hearing closed after no further comments and the Council reconvened for its regular meeting at 6:30 PM.
Public Hearing on Sidewalk Improvement District Budget
Council President DePiro opened the public hearing on the proposed 2026 sidewalk improvement district budget and assessment roll, prepared by the Public Works Board. The hearing had been advertised in the city's official newspaper on December 11, 12, and 13.
Key points
- The hearing covers the budget for January 1 through December 31, 2026.
- Lloyd Olden, a resident, thanked the Common Council and particularly the Public Works Board for their work on the budget.
- David Marston, a first ward resident and Public Works Board member, voiced support for Gary Purnhagen's chairmanship and the work to fulfill the statutory obligation of the sidewalk improvement district.
- No opposition or concerns were raised during the public comment period.
- The hearing closed after no further comments.
The budget was prepared by the Public Works Board. Gary Purnhagen chairs the board.
The Council reconvened at 6:30 PM for its regular meeting following the hearing.
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