Fountain City Town Council of October 6, 2026

The Fountain City Town Council meeting on October 6, 2026, adopted the town budget by motion and unanimous vote; no budget figures were stated in the transcript. The council also approved a blood-draw ordinance by motion and vote. Members discussed disposing of a working salt box, but favored considering a silent-bid process and appeared to table the matter. A motion to rent a lift for tree trimming was approved, though members then suggested delaying the order briefly while checking whether Duke Energy would handle some of the trimming. The police department reported that a vehicle battery replacement should be within its spending authority and said repair quotes for the Explorer were expected next month.

Public works reported that the water tower cleaning and testing were completed successfully. The council discussed drain inspections and dye testing, with staff to contact outside contractors and follow up on parts. Members also raised concerns about sidewalk work underway on State Highway 27 and planned to seek clarification from INDOT and the contractor. A committee is organizing next year’s Levi Coffin Days and hopes to attract at least 150 vendors; lighting and possible tree work were also discussed. No contract award or vendor selection was reported.