Tim Kassis

Livestreaming Council Meetings

Costs were previously approved and described as very reasonable.

Audit Closing-Entry Deficiencies

General fund ended the year nearly break-even; stormwater shows an operating loss and may need a rate increase.

Police union contract 2026-2028

Wage increases of 3.5% plus $0.50 in 2026, 4% plus $0.50 in 2027, and 4% in 2028 raise city payroll costs over three years.

Committee Structure and Open Meeting Law Questions

Three-year fuel contract award

Choosing Wagner over Kwik Trip costs about $0.04 per gallon on roughly 54,000 gallons a year, but keeps money local.

Combining Wards for February 17 Primary Election

Combining wards saves the city election administration costs.

Spring clean-up tipping fees

Sets disposal cost at $95.00 per ton for the spring clean-up.

Community Participation Policy Change

Small cost in employee work hours; the prior policy already allowed limited paid participation.

2025 Budget Carry Forwards and Transfers

$325,328 general fund and $2,208,389 capital funds carried into the 2026 budget.

Bill Pay Vendor Change Consideration

Xpress Bill Pay currently quotes a higher price than PSN; no switch unless the gap closes.

Public access to meeting minutes and live-streaming

Unknown; the city is still evaluating the cost of live-streaming options.

Sale of 1035 8th Avenue

Return of the parcel to the tax roll and potential sale proceeds for the city.