Full Board of Alders meeting 5/18/2026

The Board of Alders held a meeting on May 18, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related items were discussed and approved. Key actions included the approval of tax account removals and orders of removal, as well as the authorization of various property sales and annexations involving specific tax account numbers and dollar amounts. The board also approved a $250,000 grant for the Health Department to support planning for the 8th annual block party. Additionally, the Board authorized a $576,009 contract with a software company and AT&T for communications and essential network infrastructure support, which was noted to save over $600,000 compared to the original cost. Another significant procurement involved a 10-year authorization related to a Department of Transportation project for installing traffic control signals on Washington Avenue. The meeting included motions, seconds, and votes on these procurement items, reflecting active budget and contract management by the board.