Finance - May 18, 2026

The City of Solon Finance Committee met on May 18, 2026, to discuss various financial and procurement matters. Key procurement-related discussions included the renewal of the security guard contract with Knights Protective Services, approval of amendments to the 2026 operating appropriations ordinance to cover contracts such as the cleaning contract for the recreation department ($179,976) and the environmental control renewal contract ($24,009.71), and authorization of payments for then and now certificates. The committee also reviewed amendments to employee vacation and sick leave policies aimed at improving recruitment and retention, including backdating vacation accruals to 2025 for certain employees. Additionally, the committee received updates on the city’s ERP system going live with Tyler Munis and reviewed monthly purchasing and income tax reports. A moral claim related to a sewer backup caused by city tree roots was discussed but ultimately rejected by a 2-1 vote. The committee approved motions to prepare legislation for the various budget amendments and contract renewals, with all motions passing except the moral claim. The finance department reported being fully caught up on financial statements, a positive operational update.