Board of Mayor & Aldermen Agenda
Monday, August 17, 2026
5:30 pm
Call Meeting to Order
Roll Call
Minutes:
- July 20, 2026
Roll Call - August 11, 2026 Special Called Meeting
Roll Call
Financials:
- July 16, 2026 to August 14, 2026
Roll Call
Public Comments
Announcements
Reports:
- Board of Aldermen
- Mayor
Old Business:
- Ordinance 2026-07-0016: Water & Sewer Rate Changes (2nd Reading)
Roll Call - Ordinance 2026-07-0017: Budget Amendment (2nd Reading)
Roll Call - Resolution 2026-08-0021: Approval of Stephen Teague for Permanent Maintenance Position
Roll Call - Resolution 2026-08-0022: Approval of Todd Dilbeck Professional Services Contract Extension
Roll Call - Resolution 2026-08-0023: Approval of Joseph Allen Professional Services Contract
Roll Call - Miners Memorial Statue Rendering Acceptance
Roll Call
New Business:
- None
Adjournment
Roll Call
Meeting Terms FAQ
What is an ordinance?
An ordinance is a local law. Once adopted, it remains in effect until amended or repealed, and it is enforceable. Violations can carry penalties such as fines. Ordinances are used for matters like zoning, building codes, business licensing, and the annual budget or tax levy. Because they carry the force of law, ordinances require a more formal process than a resolution: two public readings, a public hearing in certain cases such as zoning changes and the budget, and a recorded vote.
What is a resolution?
A resolution is a formal statement of the Board’s position, decision, or intent. Resolutions handle administrative and operational matters rather than creating local laws—such as approving contracts, accepting grants, supporting a state or federal actions or recommendations, authorizing purchases, or hiring personnel. Resolutions are typically passed in a single vote and take effect immediately.
What does it mean when the Board "suspends the rules"?
Suspending the rules is a temporary measure the Board uses to handle time-sensitive or urgent business more efficiently.
It allows the Board to briefly set aside standard meeting procedures so they can discuss or vote on an urgent item immediately.
- It is temporary: The rules are only paused for that specific topic or vote.
- It requires a high threshold: A two-thirds supermajority vote of the Board is required to approve it.
- State laws still apply: The Board cannot suspend state open meeting laws, public notice requirements, or quorum rules.