Georgetown City Council Meeting - June 8, 2026

The City of Georgetown held a City Council meeting on June 8, 2026, where multiple procurement and budget-related matters were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included awarding a design contract for the Old Oxford Bridge repair to Palmer Engineers following a competitive proposal process, and approving a construction contract for the Clubhouse Bridge repair to HKO Construction. Additionally, a contract amendment for Main Street sidewalk rehabilitation was approved for $5,000, and a $7,500 amendment was authorized for design assistance on stormwater maintenance in Indian Hills. The council also reviewed and passed the annual budget ordinance for fiscal year 2026-2027, which included appropriations for city operations and capital projects totaling over $86 million. Budget amendments addressed vehicle lease payments, fire engine purchases, and professional services, with detailed discussions on water and sewer utility budgets, staffing increases, and capital improvement projects such as wastewater treatment plant expansion and infrastructure upgrades. The council approved personnel ordinance amendments adding police officers, maintenance workers, and an assistant finance director. Fire department grant applications for self-contained breathing apparatus totaling up to $585,000 with a 10% match were also discussed. Overall, the meeting focused heavily on infrastructure projects, budget allocations, contract awards, and staffing to support city operations and capital improvements.