Muncie City Council August 20, 2026

The City of Muncie held a City Council meeting on August 20, 2026, primarily to address the extension of a local disaster emergency proclamation related to extreme rainfall and flooding. Legal counsel explained that the resolution (12-26) extends the mayor's disaster emergency declaration beyond the initial 7-day statutory limit, allowing continued emergency response and procurement activities until October 6, 2026. The council voted to adopt the resolution unanimously, thereby authorizing the mayor and city officials to continue necessary emergency measures, including emergency procurement and expenditures, to protect public safety and property. No other procurement or budget matters were discussed during the meeting.