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Oct 6, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
City Council Minutes
The City Council approved resolutions regarding the CDBG Rehabilitation Roofing Project Management Plan and the contract award for the Cherokee Water Building demolition. The meeting included the approval of an invasive fish eradication plan for Spring Lake, a temporary easement for the school district, and various infrastructure improvements, including Wi-Fi security upgrades, water plant equipment, and sewer and street repair projects. The Council also reviewed routine consent agenda items, denied a requested wage adjustment, processed multiple project pay applications, and held a closed session to discuss legal strategy.
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The council tabled the resolution regarding CDBG Rehabilitation Roofing Project Management Plans. Resolutions were approved for grant agreements and administration related to the Cherokee Housing Buyout Project. Consent agenda items were accepted, including various departmental reports, a retail alcohol license, and the approval of outstanding bills. The council also approved the annual audit and the purchase of a new Telehandler for the wastewater department.
Sep 1, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Cherokee City Council Regular Meeting
The Council reviewed a proposal for theater-style seating at the Community Center and approved proceeding with an engineering study. Deliberations occurred regarding maintenance requests for church property and public safety concerns downtown, with potential formation of a safety coalition. The Council approved several payment applications for infrastructure projects, including culvert improvements, road resurfacing, and street reconstruction. Staffing hours for the Fire Department were updated, and reports were presented concerning code enforcement and ongoing inspections.
Aug 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Cherokee City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
The council meeting covered various operational and community items. Key topics included the Euclid Avenue and Union/Willow Box Culvert projects, a public hearing on sediment removal plans, and the awarding of contracts for the Cherokee WWTP Lagoon Sediment Removal Project and asbestos abatement in water storage buildings. Other approvals involved an engagement letter for an Urban Renewal Plan, an amended audit, and various alcohol licenses. Additionally, the council discussed a proposal for new theater-style seating in the Community Center Auditorium and a request regarding the planting of prairie grass on church property; both items were tabled for future consideration.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
