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City Commission Meeting - Media
Published: Jul 21, 2026
Ebert Construction to Build McFarland and Eisenhower Roundabout for $1.6 Million
The City Commission approved awarding a bid to Ebert Construction Company, Inc. for the McFarland and Eisenhower roundabout project for $1,610,009.62. This project, previously approved by the commission in October 2025, involves constructing roundabouts, sidewalks, lighting, and utility relocation. Ebert Construction's bid was under the engineer's estimate by over $173,000. The project is funded through Special Highway and F-15 funds. The commission also discussed the history and necessity of the roundabout, with concerns about cost and timeline addressed.
City Commission Debates Chicken Legalization; Weighs Public Opinion and Fiscal Impact
The City Commission discussed the possibility of legalizing chickens within city limits, prompted by citizen petitions and discussions. The legal process for placing an ordinance on the ballot was explained, involving petitions, verification, and commission approval or referral to an election. It was clarified that while a citizen can initiate a petition, the commission must first consider it, and if denied, it can go to the ballot. The distinction between legislative and administrative ordinances was made, with chicken legalization falling under legislative. The possibility of an advisory election was explored, with significant costs and logistical challenges highlighted, including separate polling locations and lack of binding effect. Various methods for gauging public opinion were presented, including social media polls, surveys, and utility bill inserts. Ultimately, the commission indicated a lack of consensus for immediate action, suggesting a revisit in about a year after further fiscal planning and infrastructure assessments, while one commissioner expressed commitment to pursuing the issue via citizen petition if necessary.
City Commission Approves School Resource Officer Agreement for 2026-2027 School Year
The City Commission discussed and ultimately approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with USD 475 for School Resource Officers (SROs) for the 2026-2027 school year. The agreement maintains the same terms as the previous year, with a flat reimbursement rate that was slightly adjusted last year to combine on-duty and off-duty pay. Although the reimbursement rate covers salaries, it does not fully cover benefits and work compensation, resulting in a projected shortfall. However, the city would still respond to schools regardless of the agreement, making the MOU deemed appropriate by staff. Future renegotiation of reimbursement rates is planned for the following year.
City Commission Approves Four-Way Stops for Five Intersections Amidst Safety and Cost Debate
The City Commission discussed intersection control evaluations for five intersections: 4th and Adams, 3rd and Adams, 3rd and Madison, 12th and Webster, and 8th and Eisenhower. Based on MUTCD guidelines, staff recommended four-way stops for all intersections. A discussion arose regarding Adams Street being a through-way versus a four-way stop, and the potential cost of removing trees versus installing stop signs. The commission ultimately voted 3-2 to approve four-way stops for all five intersections, prioritizing safety and cost-effectiveness over tree removal. The previous accidental placement of stop signs at 8th and Eisenhower was clarified as a mistake and not a legal implementation.
Five Intersections to Receive Four-Way Stops for Enhanced Safety
The City Commission received a staff recommendation to implement four-way stops at five intersections: 4th and Adams, 3rd and Adams, 3rd and Madison, 12th and Webster, and 8th and Eisenhower. This recommendation is based on a comprehensive traffic study following MUTCD guidelines, which identified these intersections as hazardous. The commission debated the costs associated with installing stop signs versus removing trees to improve sightlines. Ultimately, the commission voted 3-2 to approve the implementation of four-way stops at all five intersections, prioritizing safety and cost-effectiveness, rejecting the option of extensive tree removal.
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