Common Council Special Meeting - May 26, 2026

The City of Stevens Point Common Council held a special meeting on May 26, 2026, primarily focused on election voting locations and the awarding of contracts related to the new city hall construction project. The council approved a resolution to establish an alternate in-person absentee voting location at the current city hall conference room, addressing legal and logistical challenges related to staffing and statutory requirements. They also awarded the contract for the construction of the new city hall to Miron Construction for an amount not to exceed $14,823,293, including base building and selected alternates such as a backup generator, solar panels on the primary building, bird-friendly glass, and an irrigation system. The council voted to deny alternates for a parking garage and rooftop patio. Additionally, a contract was awarded to ECS Midwest LLC for third-party special inspection and materials testing for up to $165,000. The meeting included detailed discussions on budget priorities, sustainability features, and project timelines, with a planned substantial completion date in June 2027.