City Council 9/9/2026

The City Council of Easton held a meeting on September 9, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. The council approved amendments to the 2026 city budget and passed a resolution authorizing the city to apply for multiple Local Sharing Account (LSA) grants totaling several hundred thousand dollars. They also authorized an agreement with Key Codes Inspection Agency for third-party inspections to support the city's code enforcement efforts. Additionally, the council approved selected designs and locations for the city's painted hydrant program, which involved community artist submissions. Public comments addressed concerns about river safety signage and life vest awareness for fishermen, as well as issues related to demolition and property damage from the former Hampton Hotel site. The council discussed coordination on grant applications to avoid competing with other local entities and emphasized the need for better signage and safety measures near the river. No new permits for rebuilding the Hampton Hotel were reported, and ongoing negotiations with the fire union were noted.