City Council Meeting 04/28/2026

The City Council of Brookings held a meeting on April 28, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. Key highlights included the approval of a budget amendment transferring $13.4 million from unassigned general fund reserves to the Brookings Police Station Facility Capital Project Fund to begin project-related expenses for a new police facility. The council also reviewed updates on various contracts, including rental agreements for land above well heads and renewable energy certificate resale contracts. Additionally, the council approved a resolution supporting a grant application for the Land and Water Conservation Fund to replace the Lions Park playground, with anticipated funding of approximately $170,000 from city CIP funds and the grant. Other agenda items included amendments to animal ordinances, fee schedule updates, and zoning ordinance changes, with several items scheduled for second readings and public hearings on May 12, 2026. No new contracts or change orders were presented during this meeting.