Special City Council Meeting - September 28, 2026

This special meeting of the Cape Coral City Council on September 28, 2026, focused primarily on the North Three Utilities Extension Project (UEP), which involves extensive potable water, wastewater, irrigation, and road improvements. The council reviewed the project’s history, scope, estimated costs totaling approximately $384 million, and the assessment methodology for property owners in the affected area. Several contracts were awarded to various construction firms, with financing planned through bond sales and special assessments on property owners. Public input was extensive, with many residents expressing concerns about the high costs, assessment fairness, timing, and impact on fixed-income households. The council discussed options for deferring the project, the implications of delaying bids, and the potential for increased costs. After debate, the council voted to proceed with the resolutions approving the assessments and project funding, despite some opposition. The meeting also addressed related policy questions about mandatory connections, grant funding, and infrastructure design. Overall, the meeting was marked by detailed procurement discussions, public scrutiny of contract awards and costs, and policy deliberations on utility infrastructure funding.