John Sellars

arts and culture grants

The city is pulling $210,000 from its budget to fund these creative initiatives.

employee compensation study

The city is shelling out $80,000 upfront, which could lead to adjusted payroll costs down the line depending on what the study finds.

Data Center Regulations

Developers will be required to cover the costs of infrastructure upgrades and impact mitigation.

Animal Shelter Management

Funded through grants and municipal operating budgets.

Municipal Judicial Appointment

The exact cost of these services was not disclosed during the meeting.

city employee pay study

It'll cost taxpayers an upfront $80,000, and it might lead to higher city payroll costs down the road.

employee pay study

It's an upfront cost of $80,000 of taxpayer money, which could lead to bigger shifts in future city payroll spending.

compensation study

It costs taxpayers $80,000 upfront, but it could lead to major changes in future city payroll spending.

drainage, mobility and court plans

Taxpayers will foot the bill for these new infrastructure fixes and temporary courtroom rentals, though the exact price tag is still up in the air.

Public Transparency in Waivers

Minimal administrative cost to compile reports.

Police Staffing and Recruitment

Estimated to save the city over $1 million in training costs for 14 officers.

judicial misconduct

Taxpayer money could be wasted if this judge has to be replaced or if there are legal challenges.

judicial ethics

It's unclear if this will cost taxpayers any money, but it definitely makes the city look bad.

infrastructure project transfer

Your tax dollars are being shifted, but the hope is this means the project will actually get finished without further cost overruns.

legal spending

The city may spend up to an additional $150,000 for the Sellars case and up to $250,000 for the Fire Fighters Association case.

collective bargaining

The amendment is estimated to cost approximately $268,000 annually, which is covered by existing city savings. The city also anticipates savings from reduced training costs for experienced hires.

event permits and fees

Potential use of hotel occupancy tax funds if the city decides to sponsor or organize the parade.

executive contract payouts

Potential for significant payouts from taxpayer funds, with questions about adherence to state law limits.

Open meetings law

This could mean decisions impacting your wallet are being made without full public scrutiny.

collective bargaining ethics

Who knows how much this mess will cost taxpayers in legal fees and delays?

Order General Election for May 2, 2026