Special Called Georgetown City Council Meeting – August 10, 2026

The City of Georgetown held a Special Called City Council Meeting on August 10, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement activities included approval of vehicle maintenance contracts with City Garage for fire department apparatus, awarding police uniform contracts to Kentucky Uniforms and Gaahl's Uniform via cooperative purchasing agreements, and multiple purchase orders for municipal water and sewer services such as chemical supplies, pump rebuilds, control panel replacements, and dredging work. The council also approved a budget amendment increasing various departmental expenses, including significant allocations for engineering, stormwater, police, fire, and capital projects. Additionally, a municipal order was approved for design services related to the Cuffaletta Family Aquatic Center pool improvements, with an estimated construction cost of $5 million. A change order for sewer line rerouting was approved to coincide with ongoing wastewater plant construction, and discussions were held regarding odor issues at the wastewater plant and preservation options for historic cabins affected by sewer upgrades. The council voted to appoint an interim Chief Administrative Officer and received updates on city hall renovations and public safety staffing. Overall, the meeting focused heavily on capital improvement projects, contract awards, and budget adjustments impacting city infrastructure and services.