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May 18, 2026 Alexandria City Council Call to Order: This meeting of the Alexandria City Council was called to order by Amy McCurry (Mayor Naselroad was absent). Council Members - Roger Cuneo, present; John Burdsall, absent; Wendi Goens, present; Amy McCurry, present; Dave Luck, present; Donna Key-Kerr, present; and Jeremy VanErman, virtual. Also, in attendance were City Attorney, Chou-il Lee, virtual, and Clerk-Treasurer Darcy VanErman. Public Comment: Allison Hendrick, 818 W. Washington St., informed the Council to her concerns regarding a hole in the fence around the north water tower due to baseball season being in full swing. She also mentioned her frustrations with her efforts to hold the annual baseball parade and the safety concerns that stemmed from the event. Lisa Summers, 114 S. Black St., stated her frustration with a rezoning meeting being held at the Emery Lee while the Council meeting was scheduled at the same time. She also inquired how she could receive a copy of the claims dockets before the Council for their consideration this evening. Darcy VanErman advised to get with her after the meeting and she will provide her with copies. Approval of Minutes/Claims/Payroll: Wendi Goens motioned to approve the Meeting Minutes for May 4, 2026. Donna Key Kerr second the motion. Roll Call Vote – Roger Cuneo, aye, John Burdsall, absent, Wendi Goens, aye, Amy McCurry, aye, Dave Luck, aye, Donna Key Kerr, aye, Jeremy VanErman, aye. All in favor; motion carries. The City Docket presented to Council for their approval in the amount of $96,396.39. Wendi Goens motioned to approve the Docket. Dave Luck second the motion. Roll Call Vote – Roger Cuneo, aye, John Burdsall, absent, Wendi Goens, aye, Amy McCurry, aye, Dave Luck, aye, Donna Key Kerr, aye, Jeremy VanErman, aye. All in favor; motion carries. Enterprise Docket presented to Council for their approval in the amount of $673,308.57. Donna Key Kerr motioned to approve the Docket. Roger Cuneo second the motion. Roll Call Vote – Roger Cuneo, aye, John Burdsall, absent, Wendi Goens, aye, Amy McCurry, aye, Dave Luck, aye, Donna Key Kerr, aye, Jeremy VanErman, aye. All in favor; motion carries. Donna Key Kerr motioned to approve the Payroll from May 10, 2026 in the amount of $137,875.99. Roger Cuneo second the motion. Roll Call Vote – Roger Cuneo, aye, John Burdsall, absent, Wendi Goens, aye, Amy McCurry, aye, Dave Luck, aye, Donna Key Kerr, aye, Jeremy VanErman, aye. All in favor; motion carries.  City Council Minutes May 18, 2026 Page 2 Communication: Wes Bennett, Financial Consultant from Exos, discussed with the Council his experience and findings to point with his first few weeks with the city. Ordinances/Resolutions: ** see below New Business for the Ordinance actions of this meeting** Old Business: New Business: Police Chief Brian Holtzleiter shared with the Council he is well pleased with the revisions before them to consider with the passage of Ordinance 2026-007-C which will assist in regulations needed for safety to e-bike owners and operators. Attorney Darnall advised the Council to some of the other revisions before them including parental liability with fees. Upon hearing nothing further, Roger Cuneo voted to adopt the Ordinance as presented this evening. Donna Key Kerr second the motion. Roll Call Vote – Roger Cuneo, aye, John Burdsall, absent, Wendi Goens, aye, Amy McCurry, aye, Dave Luck, aye, Donna Key Kerr, aye, Jeremy VanErman, aye. All in favor; motion carries. Other Business: Wendi Goens congratulated the upcoming graduates and their families on this milestone achievement. Donna Key Kerr complimented the appearance of Beulah Park and thanked the many volunteers that make contribute to its beauty. Amy McCurry added her hopes to hearing from the Park Board at a future meeting. Amy McCurry thanked Darcy VanErman on her efforts in completing the purchasing needs of the Community Gardens and is looking forward to its resolution soon with Mayor Naselroad’s follow up.  City Council Minutes May 18, 2026 Page 3 Adjournment: Upon hearing nothing further, a motion to adjourn this meeting was made by Donna Key Kerr and second by Roger Cuneo. Roll Call Vote – Roger Cuneo, aye, John Burdsall, absent, Wendi Goens, aye, Amy McCurry, aye, Dave Luck, aye, Donna Key Kerr, aye, Jeremy VanErman, aye. All in favor; motion carries. Todd Naselroad, Mayor John Burdsall, Council President Attest: ___________________________ Darcy VanErman, Clerk Treasurer **These Minutes are a summary of actions taken at the Alexandria Common Council Meeting. The full video archive of the meeting is available for viewing at www.youtube.com/@CityofAlexandriaIndiana for as long as this media is supported.