City Council Regular Session - May 2026

The Shelbyville City Council held a regular session on May 14, 2026, addressing multiple procurement and budget-related matters. Key procurement actions included the approval of a $34,000 purchase plus closing costs for acquiring a tract of land for the River Overlook and Greenway project. The council awarded a $2,076,546.57 contract to Curl Construction for an airport taxiway and runway paving study, funded partly by grants. Additionally, a $1,959,000 contract was awarded to Byrne and Jones Construction for a multi-purpose soccer field complex, also grant-funded. The council approved a six-month renewal of city employee medical insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield and Zurich, with an increased monthly cost of $2,700 to maintain prescription drug coverage. Budget amendments were made to accommodate fuel purchases and other city needs. The council also authorized grant applications for animal spay/neuter programs and safety grants. Public hearings and votes were held on zoning map amendments and the Remington Farms Planned Unit Development, which passed despite some opposition citing infrastructure concerns. The meeting included appointments to the Sheffield Power, Water, and Sewerage System Board and the Shovel Town Water System sewage board. Overall, the session focused heavily on infrastructure projects, budget adjustments, and development approvals with significant procurement and contracting decisions.