Yukon City Council Meeting 6-24-26 - 6:00PM

The Yukon City Council held a meeting on June 24, 2026, where they appointed Zach Castle as an at-large council member to fill a vacancy. The council approved several routine items on the consent docket, including annual renewal contracts for school resource officers with local schools and a contract renewal with Crawford & Associates PC for financial statement preparation and advisory services. A significant procurement-related discussion involved the renewal of a contract with a lobbying firm that assists the city in securing federal grants, with council members debating the value and effectiveness of the $48,000 six-month contract. The firm has helped secure approximately $2 million in grants, including funding for wastewater treatment and transportation improvements. The council also approved a lease agreement for a mobile command engagement vehicle and discussed a memorandum of understanding with the Yukon 66 Main Street Association to support downtown revitalization efforts. Additionally, the council voted to enter executive session to discuss hiring a new city attorney. Overall, the meeting focused on contract renewals, grant procurement efforts, and downtown development initiatives.