In the hopes of getting the word out more about the topics that you want to know about, this column will highlight some of the issues we’ll be considering at our regular Common Council meeting on Monday, August 16th at 7pm in the Community Room at 933 Michigan Ave.
Our meeting agendas are posted in several locations before the meetings, but not everyone sees them. Rather than you reading about what has already happened, this column will highlight some of the things that are coming up in our meetings. As always, I’d love feedback on ways to improve this, so please reach out via stevenspoint.com and send me an email or even a quick call.
The Finance Committee approved a motion to fund all sidewalk continuation projects through the property tax levy that will likely result in an increase. This has had no real opportunity for public discussion as the issue was only brought up in last Monday’s meeting and Council could approve this on Monday.
We will also seek approval for our regular revaluation of assessed properties in the city as mandated by the State, when we fall out of their compliance rules.
Our Transportation Manager, Susan Lemke, has recently retired from the City. We thank her for years of dedicated service and wish her well. Because of the retirement, The Personnel Committee approved the restructuring of the management team. The Personnel Committee also approved a request for reclassification for two positions in our Economic Development team as well as consideration of a stipend pay for those who acquire additional related (and approved) professional certifications.
A few street closings for events are going to be considered for the Pointoberfest and Blubber Run on September 18th, Give & Live Better 5k run/walk on August 28th and the 5th annual Purple Ribbon Walk on October 1st. We will also be discussing updates to our public participation plan for Community Development Block Grant Funding.
We’re also approving our fall paving projects at a cost of just over $236,000 from American Asphalt.
Most meetings happen on Monday evening, but not all. All of our agendas, along with documents related to these items can be found at stevenspoint.com or our mobile app. You can find the meetings live streamed or after the fact on 105.9 WSNP-LP, our cable access channel or from our website.
Mayor Mike 