Lewiston City Council Meeting - 8/24/2026

The Lewiston City Council meeting held on August 24, 2026, focused extensively on budgetary concerns, property tax assessments, and infrastructure projects. Public comments highlighted widespread dissatisfaction with rising property taxes and the assessment process, urging the council to hold the line on tax increases. The council approved several procurement-related items, including a $28,417 supplemental agreement for the Brighton Avenue reconstruction project and a $149,895 professional services agreement with Consor North America Inc. for the 8th Street bike and pedestrian path improvement project. Additionally, the council discussed and approved ordinances related to temporary project sanitation services and the 2027 annual appropriation ordinance, which included a property tax certification amounting to approximately $25.96 million. The council also deliberated on the use and reservation of foregone taxes, ultimately deciding not to reserve any foregone tax increase for fiscal year 2027. Other procurement topics included contracts for police department technology subscriptions and animal shelter services. The meeting concluded with agenda additions for future discussions on electricity cost savings, flock cameras, and Brighton Avenue planning and funding.