City Council Regular Meeting 11.10.2026 continued

The City of Millwood City Council regular meeting, continued on November 11, 2026, addressed the property-tax levy and budget, a utility rate study, audit costs, and infrastructure funding. Council approved moving forward with a roughly $50,000 rate-study contract with FCS and Welsh Comer, who submitted a joint proposal after a competitive 30-day RFP process; no other proposals were received. The proposed scope was narrowed to the rate study and a recorded public presentation with supporting materials. The mayor also reported that the city’s audit engagement increased from $51,040 by $5,650, to approximately $57,000, and that the city had agreed to the increase while audit work was underway. The levy and budget hearings were closed, with a levy vote anticipated at the November 24 meeting to meet the November 30 certification deadline; budget assumptions, including a projected 40% insurance increase, remained under review.

Staff reported a partial RCO PRA grant award for Millwood Park redevelopment, supporting completion of the master plan and related public engagement; construction-ready plans were not funded, though the city is next in line if additional funds become available. The city also received TIB awards for two chip-seal projects, with its obligation estimated at just over $3,600, potentially subject to additional patch paving; funding for a separate road overlay was denied. Public Works reported ordering replacement solar-powered school-zone flashing beacons and solar LED sign lights. The council also approved Resolution 2026-07 on permit-review timelines. No final action was taken on the pending budget or tax levy at this meeting.