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City Council - July 20, 2026
Published: Jul 20, 2026
Moscow Regional Airport to Receive Federal Grant for Runway Markings and Safety Equipment
The City Council considered and approved a resolution authorizing the acceptance of a federal Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grant, number 74, for the Moscow Regional Airport. This grant will fund the rehabilitation of runway and taxiway markings, as well as the procurement of aircraft rescue and fire safety equipment. The total grant amount is $437,642. Both the City of Moscow and the City of Pullman, as airport sponsors, pre-authorized the acceptance due to the quick turnaround required for grant notification and acceptance. The airport will provide the local match of over $20,000, meaning no additional funding is required from either city. The repainting of the runway is not expected to cause significant disruption to the airport's flight schedule.
City Approves $2.6 Million Expenditure for Farm Road Water Main Relocation
The City Council considered and approved the expenditure of approximately $2,594,620 from the water capital fund for the Farm Road Water Main development participation approval. This expenditure is necessary to facilitate a project to abandon an existing asbestos concrete (AC) pipe water main installed in the 1970s, which is nearing the end of its lifespan and poses a risk of leaking and rupture. The project involves installing a new C900 line and completing a loop to relocate the water main segment that runs through a redevelopment site at 120 Farm Road. The developer is undertaking the redevelopment and will construct the new line, with the city signing the check upon completion. The cost split is approximately 60% city and 40% developer, with the developer's portion covering a line extension they already needed for fire flow requirements. The existing AC line will be abandoned in place and remain buried, but will be marked on as-built plans.
Human Rights Commission Updates Council on Community Initiatives and Welcoming Program Application
The Human Rights Commission presented an update on their activities, including a 'Better Together' dinner hosted in September 2025, which aimed to foster community connection and gather feedback from new and marginalized students and residents. The commission is also applying for the 2027 Rural Welcoming Initiative from Welcoming America, a national organization that supports communities in becoming more prosperous by ensuring everyone belongs. This initiative is free of charge and offers technical assistance and resources. The commission highlighted recurring events like Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrations, Juneteenth celebrations, market participation, and food drives. Upcoming events include a potential social justice forum and a 'know your rights' workshop addressing harassment and discrimination. The commission emphasized its mission to eliminate discrimination, improve human relations, and affectuate human rights legislation through collaborative efforts with community groups.
Water Main Relocation Tied to New Le Location Development
The council discussed a water main development participation approval related to the redevelopment of the former University for one site at 120 Farm Road. The project involves relocating an aging asbestos concrete water main. The discussion clarified that this would be a second location for Le, not a replacement for the existing store. The council also discussed the financial aspects and the developer's contribution towards the project.
City Council Approves Extension for Water Sustainability Grant
The City Council approved an updated and modified agreement for a Regional Water Sustainability Grant from the Idaho Water Resource Board. The city was initially granted $182,500 in 2025 to study the feasibility of a Clearwater River diversion as an alternate water supply. The original 12-month grant agreement expired, preventing reimbursement for incurred expenses. The modified agreement extends the project duration to allow the city to be reimbursed for the remaining $76,000 of the grant award, with the project anticipated to be completed by the end of the current year.
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