April 20, 2026 City Council Meeting

The April 20, 2026, Garden City Council meeting included several key procurement and budget-related discussions. The council held a public hearing and approved the five-year capital improvement plan, emphasizing practical and budget-conscious priorities such as police vehicles, road bond work, and water repairs. They approved a metro act permit for Gateway Fiber to install underground fiber optic internet infrastructure, contingent on a performance bond, with detailed discussion on project scope, communication, and restoration practices. The council authorized issuance of road bonds not to exceed $7.36 million to fund street improvements, with debt service paid by an existing millage, and approved an engagement letter with Bendzinski and Company as municipal advisor for the bond issuance, including a $30,860 issuance fee. Additionally, the council awarded the 2026 sidewalk program contract to Luigi Fernandi and Son Cement Company for $262,703.50 plus contingencies and approved related engineering and inspection services totaling $346,872.50. Other agenda items included authorizing a housing master plan amendment public comment period and approving on-street sales for a community fundraiser. The meeting concluded with updates on AI data governance policy development and public safety camera usage.