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City Council Meeting 07/23/2026

Published: Jul 23, 2026

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Zoning And Land UseResidential

Resident Raises Concerns Over Industrial Fence Near Residential Property

During the audience comments, resident Cole Patterson expressed concerns about a recently installed metal fence with barbed wire behind his home, citing its visibility, potential decrease in property value, and safety concerns for his children. He noted the trees planted along the fence were already browning and needed care. Patterson suggested a wood fence would have been a better solution for the residential side and questioned the feasibility of erecting a 10-foot fence to obscure the barbed wire. He feels unsettled by the fence's height and appearance, comparing it to living next to a prison, especially given the grade difference between his property and the adjacent one which makes the fence appear taller.

Community DevelopmentInfrastructure

City Council Introduces Ordinance for 2026 Street Lighting Assessments

The city council introduced Ordinance 2026-25, which levies assessments for street lighting improvements for the 2026 tax year. The total cost for the project is $279,591. The city is required by state law to cover 2% of this cost ($5,591.82), with the remaining $274,000 to be assessed among all city parcels. These assessments will be included on tax bills collected in 2027. Property owners have the option to pay the assessment in full within 30 days of ordinance adoption to avoid county auditor administrative fees. The ordinance was introduced by Councilwoman Mscavich.

Public SafetyInstitutional

City Council Renews SRO Agreements with Adjusted Cost-Sharing

The city council discussed and approved the renewal of agreements for School Resource Officers (SROs) with local educational institutions. The new agreements adjust the cost-sharing model from a 60% school/40% city split to a 65% school/35% city split, based on the SROs' time spent within school services. This change aims to reflect the actual time spent by SROs in schools and incorporates additional costs for equipment. The resolution authorizes the continuation of SRO services for Zena Community Schools (four SROs), Green County Career Center (one SRO), and a shared SRO position covering Legacy Christian, St. Bridget, and Summit Academy.

Budget & FinanceAll

City Council Accepts 2027 Tax Rates Certified by County Budget Commission

The city council passed Resolution 2026-45, accepting the amounts and tax rate certified by the Green County Budget Commission for 2027 and authorizing the necessary tax levies. The millage allocated to the city remains at 3.2 inside mills, unchanged for approximately 70 years. While the millage rate is constant, the estimated revenue generated has increased by $225,000 for 2027 compared to 2026, attributed to additional development, new housing, and increased property valuation rates. The city's portion of property taxes is about 6% of the total, with the school district receiving the largest share.

Traffic & TransportationInfrastructure

Resident Alerts Council to Route 68 Detour Traffic Safety Hazards

During audience comments, resident John Samuels thanked council members for attending the East End community cleanup and expressed appreciation for police engagement. He then raised a critical safety concern regarding traffic flow on Route 68 near the museum due to a closure. Samuels noted that detoured traffic is rerouted through residential streets, specifically mentioning Hilltop, creating dangerous situations at intersections unfamiliar to many drivers. He reported multiple 'close calls' with vehicles at this intersection over the past week and emphasized the increased traffic volume is making the area 'pretty bad.' Samuels suggested this might be a temporary issue once the roadwork is completed but highlighted the immediate danger.

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