Meeting Summary
The city commission approved a motion to authorize staff and financial advisors to proceed with paperwork for financing up to $3.5 million for capital improvement projects. The top priorities for this funding are the Expo Center's parking lot, RV electrical upgrades, and comfort station renovations. Other significant projects like the library roof, airport track, cemetery building, and fire apparatus were also discussed.
Key Decisions & Votes
Capital Improvement Projects Financing
90:00The City Commission approved a motion to authorize staff and financial advisors to proceed with paperwork for financing up to $3.5 million for capital improvement projects. The top priorities for this funding are the Expo Center's parking lot, RV electrical upgrades, and comfort station renovations, with the understanding that other projects will be included within this amount.
Financial Matters
Expo Parking Lot
Project cost for a new asphalt parking lot, including some landscaping. The county committed $200,000 towards this project.
RV Electrical Upgrade at Expo Center
Upgrade of 284 full hookup RV spots to 50 amp service at the Expo Center due to current capacity issues and demand.
Expo Comfort Stations (Restrooms) Renovation
Renovation of existing restroom facilities at the Expo Center.
Airport Track Renovation
Replacement of the existing 8ft wide asphalt track with a new 10ft wide asphalt track, including base work.
Library Roof Replacement
Replacement of the library roof, which is 23 years old, leaking, and requires ongoing patching.
Cemetery Building Construction
Construction of a new office and meeting facility at the cemetery, designed to be more inviting for grieving families and provide more workspace.
Squad One Apparatus Replacement
Replacement of the 11-year-old Squad One fire apparatus with a new pumper/squad combo unit for increased versatility and efficiency.
Community Center Fire Suppression System
Installation of a fire suppression system in the Community Center (excluding the kitchen) to address safety concerns and expand usage possibilities.
Way Finding Signage Implementation
Implementation of a city-wide wayfinding signage plan to direct visitors to various districts and attractions.
City Hall Phone System Upgrade
Upgrade from the existing analog PBX system to a Voice over IP (VoIP) system to improve communication efficiency and address outdated hardware.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- Financing for capital projects to be closed this year for tax purposes.
Watch For
- Follow-up on Community Center fire safety and usage data.
- Bids for Expo parking lot to be presented at the next meeting.
Agenda Summary
Discussion consideration and possible action of capital Improvement projects and methods of funding
Discussion on various capital improvement projects including Expo Center upgrades, fire apparatus, library roof, cemetery building, airport track, community center fire suppression, wayfinding, and city hall phone system, along with financing options.