Fountain City Town Council of November 2, 2026

The Fountain City Town Council meeting was held November 2, 2026. The council approved the 2027 salary ordinance and approved servicing the police Explorer at Speedy Pets for $839, selecting it over another estimate of approximately $1,200. Members also approved allowing other qualified officers to cover deputy marshal duties when needed. A proposed town code-book update was tabled while staff obtains additional publishing quotes; the estimate discussed was $7,950, plus $1,295 annually for online hosting and maintenance. Members cited the lack of available budget funds as a barrier to proceeding.

The council discussed park improvements and fundraising, including a proposed $50,000 goal eligible for a state match of up to $50,000; $10,000 from a queen contest was already pledged. No park construction or purchasing award was made. Sewer/storm-drain investigation pricing is pending, with comparable quotes to be sought, and previously approved tree-trimming bucket rental was deferred briefly. The food-truck ordinance and its fees will be revisited in December; no final decision was made. The council also discussed whether sealed bids are required to sell an old salt box, but took no action on the sale.