City Council Meeting 01/27/2026

The City Council of Brookings held a meeting on January 27, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. Key procurement topics included the introduction of an ordinance to establish an e-waste recycling program with a cost-recovery tipping fee, and amendments to right-of-way work permits and licensing procedures for contractors, including new fees and penalties. The council approved resolutions to carry forward unpaid encumbrances from 2025 for infrastructure and public works projects, amend the consolidated fee schedule to include new permit fees and remove plumbing license fees, and set 2026 fees for parks, recreation, forestry, and the Edgebrook Golf Course. Additionally, the council authorized the transfer of city-owned land valued between $272,000 and $326,000 to the Brookings Regional Humane Society to support a new facility, with the organization planning a capital campaign. Updates were provided on upcoming capital improvement projects including street resurfacing, sidewalk maintenance, and a new police facility design and construction timeline. The council also discussed the importance of public engagement and fiscal responsibility in these projects. No contract awards or vendor selections were reported during this meeting.