Finance Committee Meeting - April 13, 2026

The City of Stevens Point Finance Committee met on April 13, 2026, to discuss several procurement and budget-related items. Key procurement actions included approval of an additional informational insert in the annual property tax bill mailing for the Stevens Point Area Public School District, aimed at improving tax transparency. The committee unanimously approved funding for an engineering study related to McDill Dam repairs to comply with DNR requirements, with future repair costs to be determined. They also approved up to $58,000 for replacement of entry doors at the Portage County Stevens Point branch library, excluding access control costs which would be reimbursed by the county. Additionally, the committee approved a lease extension for the Boys and Girls Club space, a $14,000 contract for 10% design engineering services for rail infrastructure funded by TIF districts, and an $8,500 farming lease agreement with Blue Top Farms. A $15,700 task order amendment to a master services agreement with Stantec for additional soil borings and environmental assessment at the city hall parcel was also approved. The committee reviewed and approved updates to the community development department's fee schedule to better align fees with service costs, including a 2.5% annual escalator. A claim related to basement flooding due to construction was denied based on procedural grounds. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter closed session to deliberate on potential real estate transactions.