Administrative Committee - April 27, 2026

The City of Moscow, Idaho Administrative Committee met on April 27, 2026, addressing several procurement-related and policy matters. The committee approved a resolution authorizing the city attorney and finance director to submit a claim for a Discover Card merchant settlement as part of a class action lawsuit, similar to a prior settlement involving MasterCard and Visa. They discussed the uncertainty of the settlement amount and the lengthy process before any funds might be received. Additionally, the committee reviewed and proposed amendments to the FY 2026 fee resolution concerning recreation program convenience fees, including changes to payment processors and the implementation of convenience fees charged directly to customers using credit or debit cards. This amendment also involved reorganizing fee schedules for clarity and compliance with public hearing requirements. Lastly, the committee considered a policy discussion on expanding the city's entertainment district open container laws to include liquor in addition to beer and wine during events. The discussion included public safety concerns, event management, and potential ordinance amendments, with a decision to move the matter to the full city council for further consideration and development of standards. No direct contract awards or capital projects were discussed, but the meeting included important procurement-related financial settlements and fee policy updates.