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Kathleen Belanger

Council Member, Northeast Ward2023-2027

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At a glance

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Term ending Dec 31, 2027.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
14
Total speaking time
1:02:56
Avg per meeting
4:30
Segments
1161

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Top issues during term (17)(General)

high↑Oct 2026[17]

zoning change

The developer and property owner stand to make more money by squeezing six homes onto land that usually wouldn't fit them, while boosting local property tax rolls.

critical↑May 2026[16]

Lanana Creek Trail North Bridge Construction

The project will cost an amount not to exceed $90,000 funded through community services and parks allocations.

high↓May 2023[15]

Fleet Management Centralization

The proposed plan aims to be cost-neutral in the first year while providing long-term savings through better resale values.

high↓Aug 2023[10]

Vehicle Fleet Management Modernization

Estimated savings of at least $770,000 over the first 10 years of the program.

critical↓Jun 2025[8]

Wastewater Infrastructure Upgrades

The Summer Hill project costs $671,363.00, significantly impacting the remaining bond fund balance.

critical↓Aug 2024[7]

Manufactured Housing Zoning Compliance

The city will incur costs associated with administrative updates and potential future infrastructure demands.

high↑Apr 2025[7]

municipal policy and infrastructure

You'll likely see your tax dollars at work in the construction costs for the new station, plus potential permit or compliance fees for local businesses.

medium↑Jun 2026[5]

historic building renovation

By waiting a few months, the county hopes to avoid inflated construction costs and keep your tax bill from spiking.

high↓Dec 2025[3]

Downtown Mural Initiative

The project is estimated to cost roughly $30,000 per space, with the city seeking federal and private funding to minimize local debt.

high↓Feb 2026[2]

Sex Offender Residency Restrictions

Minimal, primarily involving administrative costs for mapping and monitoring.

high↓Sep 2024[1]

utility rate increase

The city expects to save over $200,000 annually by shifting these fees to the consumer.

high↓Apr 2026[1]

Capital Improvement Program Funding

The city uses a phased bond issuance strategy to avoid large, sudden property tax increases.

high↓Nov 2025[1]

noise ordinance amendment

There is a $25 permit fee, which the city manager can waive.

high↓Mar 2025[0]

short-term rental regulation

Expect potential new permit fees for owners and a possible boost to city tax revenue from these rentals.

high↓Dec 2025[0]

State of the City address

The address outlines how the city plans to allocate its budget toward upcoming infrastructure and community improvement projects.

high↓Feb 2026[0]

solar project zoning

This project could bring in new tax revenue, but it might also impact property values or the local agricultural economy depending on where it's built.

high↓Jan 2026[0]

historic preservation

Moving a historic building is incredibly expensive, and taxpayers will likely be on the hook for the relocation costs and long-term maintenance.

Decisions during term (3)

Recorded while Belanger was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

Voting record (0)(General)

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