2026/8/17 - City Council Meeting

The City Council of Caldwell held a meeting on August 17, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included the approval of an amended lease agreement with the Caldwell Night Rodeo, extending the lease and clarifying included areas. The council also approved a resolution authorizing the purchase of a bucket truck for the Caldwell Electrical Department, with the purchase budgeted for fiscal year 2027 and delivery planned for the following year. Additionally, the council reviewed and approved citywide fee adjustments affecting utilities, including sewer and water connection fees, based on a multi-year utility capacity study to better align fees with infrastructure costs. The meeting also covered three annexations into the Caldwell Municipal Irrigation District and approved accounts payable totaling over $5.4 million. Discussions emphasized balancing commercial and residential growth to support city infrastructure and services. No new contracts or vendor selections beyond those mentioned were reported.