Regular Meeting

City of Elko ) County of Elko ) State of Nevada ) SS April 28, 2026 The City Council of the City of Elko, State of Nevada met for a regular meeting beginning at 4:00 PM, Tuesday, April 28, 2026. The meeting was held in the council chambers, 1751 College Ave., Elko. This meeting was called to order by Mayor Reece Keener. The public can watch the meeting by phone, tablet, laptop, or computer by going to the link provided on the agenda. Questions can be sent to cityclerk@elkocitynv.gov. I. CALL TO ORDER The Agenda for this meeting of the City of Elko City Council has been properly posted for this date and time in accordance with NRS requirements. II ROLL CALL . Present: Reece Keener, Mayor Chip Stone, Councilman Clair Morris, Councilman Giovanni Puccinelli, Councilman Marissa Lostra, Councilwoman City Staff Present: Jan Baum, City Manager Dale Johnson, Assistant City Manager Dave Stanton, City Attorney Jim Kerr, Utilities Director Paul Algerio, Public Works Jim Foster, Airport Manager Justin Alanis, Facilities Superintendent James Johnston, Fire Chief Annette Robinson, City Clerk Cathy Laughlin, City Planner Julie Davis, Financial Services Director Candi Quilici, Accounting Manager James Wiley, Parks and Recreation Director Susie Shurtz, Human Resources Manager Sarah Schick, Civil Engineer Shane Daz, Police Lieutenant Sarah Khouangrasvongsay, City Clerk Technician I Joe Carr, Park Superintendent Joel Finley, Deputy Fire Chief April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 1 of 29  III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE IV. COMMENTS BY THE GENERAL PUBLIC Pursuant to N.R.S. 241, this time is devoted to comments by the public, if any, and discussion of those comments. No action may be taken upon a matter raised under this item on the agenda until the matter itself has been specifically included on a successive agenda and identified as an item for possible action. ACTION WILL NOT BE TAKEN Mayor Reece Keener called for public comment. Annette Kerr, Executive Director of Elko Convention and Visitors Authority, 700 Moren Way, announced planning for a new OHV event, the Elko Trail Fest, scheduled for July 23–25, 2026. She said registration was expected to open soon and noted coordination with law enforcement regarding the City’s OHV street ordinance, as increased OHV activity in town was anticipated. She reported five guided trail rides were planned (permits pending with the U.S. Forest Service and BLM), including routes in Jarbidge, Sunflower Flats, Jack Creek, Hastings Cutoff, and the Ruby Mountains area. She stated participants were expected to travel in from outside the area and described a long-term vision for a larger I-80 corridor event extending toward West Wendover and Reno. She noted riders would trailer to the trailheads (no OHVs on Mountain City Highway) and that maps and guided tours would be provided with partners including 5th Gear and the Nevada Outdoor Association. She added the event would end with a Friday-night dinner and auction benefiting a local charity. Mayor Keener expressed enthusiasm that new community events are being developed and hopes this one will achieve the same level of success as Cosmic-Con. Ms. Kerr explained that the event had originally been called Pop Con, but the name was changed to Cosmic Con after someone from Louisville, Kentucky, secured the Pop Con trademark three days prior to their submittal. She added that anyone with questions could contact her and that full event details, including City rules and regulations, were available on the ExploreElko.com calendar under Trail Fest. Mayor Keener congratulated Ms. Kerr on the Rural Roundup, noting that it had been a successful event and that everyone had seemed to be having a great time. Ms. Kerr said she appreciated the support, noted it had been a good day to be indoors because of the wind, and thanked the Mayor for speaking at the opening reception. She reported that about 300 attendees from 17 counties—including the Lieutenant Governor and Nevada tourism commissioners— had participated. She added that it had been ten years since the event was last held in Elko and that many people considered this one of the best Rural Roundups, highlighted by Basque dancers, powwow performers, and an Owyhee dance troupe. Mayor Keener announced that he had a letter from Jason Land regarding the Elko Inn and that he’d been asked to read into the record. A copy of the letter is in the minutes packet. April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 2 of 29  Mayor Keener said he agreed with the points Jason Land made in his letter and then asked the City Attorney, Dave Stanton, to give an update. He noted that the City has been involved in litigation related to this issue, and that the process has been long and drawn out. Mr. Stanton explained that the litigation is primarily about civil penalties that accumulated on the property. He said there are additional issues the City is working through, but progress is slow—“like everything else in my world.” He noted that staff is actively taking steps to address the property’s current condition and that the Council will likely see this issue return for decision making in the near future, depending on how those steps unfold. Mayor Keener asked for final public comment. V. CONSENT AGENDA V.A. Approval of Minutes for the April 14, 2026, Regular Session. FOR POSSIBLE ACTION ** A motion was made by Councilmember Puccinelli, seconded by Councilmember Lostra to approve the consent agenda as written. The motion passed unanimously. (5-0) VI. PRESENTATION VI.A. Reading of a proclamation by the Mayor in recognition of April as "Arbor Day,” and matters related thereto. INFORMATION ONLY, NON-ACTION ITEM. Mayor Keener read an Arbor Day proclamation recognizing the benefits of trees and proclaimed April as Arbor Day in the City of Elko, encouraging residents to protect and plant trees. A copy of the proclamation is in the minutes packet. Joe Carr, Parks Superintendent, thanked Mayor Keener for acknowledging the community benefits of the tree canopy. VI.B. Reading of a proclamation by the Mayor in recognition of National Day of Prayer, observed on May 7, and matters related thereto. INFORMATION ONLY, NON- ACTION ITEM. Mayor Keener read the proclamation designating May 7, 2026, as the City of Elko’s Day of Prayer and invited the public to a prayer gathering at the courthouse steps on Idaho Street. A copy of the proclamation is in the minutes packet. VI.C. Presentation, discussion and possible direction to staff to develop a Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) Program for the City of Elko, and matters related thereto. FOR POSSIBLE ACTION April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 3 of 29  Brian McCarter, CEO of Sustainable Real Estate Solutions (SRS) will present information on what a C-PACE Program is, the benefits of the program and the one-time and ongoing responsibilities of the City of Elko if the program is created. JB Jan Baum, City Manager, asked Brian McCarter to present this item via GoTo. Brian McCarter, CEO of Sustainable Real Estate Solutions, presented information on the C-PACE program, reported SRS administered programs in 10 states and facilitated more than $1.6 billion in financing, and noted C-PACE had been adopted in 40 states with more than $10 billion in project financing. He outlined Nevada’s program history, stated enabling legislation was adopted in 2017, and noted SB 283 was enacted in 2021. A copy of the presentation is in the agenda packet. Mr. McCarter explained the program used private capital (no public funds) to finance eligible energy efficiency, renewable energy, water efficiency, and resiliency improvements, and described the City’s role as adopting the program and executing standard transaction documents, with billing and collection handled by the capital provider and minimal staff impact anticipated. Mayor Keener thanked Brian McCarter for the presentation and stated the C-PACE program appeared to be a beneficial financing tool for certain commercial and potentially public sector customers. Mayor Keener noted Mr. McCarter confirmed there was no taxpayer liability and that SRS handled program administration, with the City’s participation primarily involving signing on. Mayor Keener stated the program was presented due to local utility interest, expressed support, and noted the program had been widely accepted statewide and could help area businesses ** A motion was made by Councilmember Stone, seconded by Councilmember Puccinelli to direct Staff to develop a Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) Program for the City of Elko The motion passed unanimously. (5-0) VI.D. Presentation, consideration, and possible approval of a request from Rides & Rods Elko Classic Car Show to close the downtown parking corridor between 6th Street and 7th Street, on Thursday, September 10, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and extending their event an extra day, and matters related thereto. FOR POSSIBLE ACTION Rides & Rods Elko Classic Car Show is proposing to extend its annual event by one additional day. The proposed expansion would include a meet-and-greet area located in the Elko Centennial Tower parking corridor prior to the start of the main car show at Main City Park. The event would continue to utilize the same street closures that have been approved in previous years, including Chris Sheerin Way, Moren Way, and a portion of College Avenue. As part of the presentation, Stormy Remington will share a video from the 2025 Rides & Rods Elko Classic Car Show. AR Annette Robinson, City Clerk, stated staff requested approval for an additional day for the event to accommodate a meet-and-greet and the requested closure of the corridor and introduced Stormy Remington, organizer on Rides and Rods. April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 4 of 29  Stormy Remington, organizer of Rides and Rods, requested an additional day for the event to address parking concerns caused by participants arriving and parking downtown late Friday night. She reported approximately 215 vehicles pre-registered the prior year and proposed a Thursday meet-and-greet and “show and shine” at the Elko Tower parking lot, followed by a cruise and staging vehicles in the park at 5:00 p.m. Thursday to provide first-choice parking and reduce overnight parking issues. She stated the goal was to better structure parking and encourage participation with downtown businesses. Mayor Keener commended Ms. Remington for planning well in advance for the September event and stated the additional day request appeared reasonable based on prior issues with participants arriving and parking downtown late at night. Mayor Keener invited public comment and commended Ms. Remington, stating the Rides and Rods event had been successful and continues to grow. Ms. Remington stated the Rides and Rods event was expected to be larger this year, noted entertainment support from the Boys and Girls Club and Riverton, and thanked Council for its support. Ms. Remington will share a YouTube video from the 2025 Rides & Rods Elko Classic Car Show. Audio/Video stopped recording at 4:42 p.m. ** A motion was made by Councilmember Puccinelli, seconded by Councilmember Lostra to approve a request from Rides & Rods Elko Classic Car Show to close the downtown parking corridor between 6th Street and 7th Street, on Thursday, Septmeber 10, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and extend the event an extra day. Councilmember Stone abstained The motion Passed. (4-0) VII. APPROPRIATION VII.A. Review and possible approval and/or ratification of Warrants, Hand Cut Checks and matters related thereto. FOR POSSIBLE ACTION ** A motion was made by Councilmember Stone, seconded by Councilmember Puccinelli to approve regular warrants in the amount of $1,554,104.51. The motion passed unanimously. (5-0) ** A motion was made by Councilmember Stone, seconded by Councilmember Puccinelli to approve hand cut checks in the amount of $96,037.12. The motion passed unanimously. (5-0) ** A motion was made by Councilmember Morris, seconded by Councilmember Puccinelli to approve a reimbursement to Reece Keener in the amount of $30.00. April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 5 of 29  Mayor Keener abstained The motion Passed. (4-0) System needed a reboot and the meeting was stopped at 4:50 p.m. VII.B. Review, discussion and possible approval of a service agreement with Lombard Conrad Architects (LCA) for $9,500.00 to perform a Site and Location Analysis for City Hall at the corner of 5th Street and Commercial Street, and matters related thereto. FOR POSSIBLE ACTION At the April 14, 2026 City Council Meeting, James Winer presented the idea of locating the new City Hall at the corner of 5th St. and Commercial St. If the City Council elects to consider this location, LCA will perform a formal site and location analysis for presentation to the City Council on May 26th, 2026. JB Audio/Video restored at 4:56 p.m. Restarted the meeting. Jan Baum, City Manager stated Staff contacted Lombard Conrad Architects regarding the Commercial Street and 5th Street site and explained the proposed $9,500 analysis to evaluate the site’s feasibility for City Hall; Ben Bernier (LCA) confirmed he was present via GoTo. Mr. Bernier said the update had covered everything and thanked the Mayor and Council for having him back, noting that the proposal was simply a continuation of their previous work but focused on a newly available site. Mayor Keener asked Mr. Bernier, after reviewing the map and getting a sense of the small 10,000 square foot parcel, if he had a gut feeling from past experience about whether the project would have been a practical solution. Mr. Bernier stated that a building could fit on the site and could function adequately, but whether it was ideal was a decision for the Council, the City, and Staff. He noted that options such as a two or three story design and future expansion were possible, though the site had not yet been explored in detail. Mayor Keener stated that the City had previously explored several downtown alternatives in 2021 and 2022, but none had been feasible. He said locating the facility downtown would have been a significant benefit and that, given a $12–13 million project cost, the additional expense for a potentially superior solution would have been minor. He added that he remained open minded and would leave the matter to the Council to consider. Councilmember Clair Morris stated that he had several concerns, noting that the lot was too small, lacked room for expansion, and would create parking challenges. He explained that the City had already evaluated multiple sites publicly and determined that the current location behind the Council Chambers was the best option because the City owned the land and it allowed for long term growth. He added that significant money had already been spent without construction beginning and said he opposed relocating the project. April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 6 of 29  Councilmember Marissa Lostra asked Mr. Bernier to confirm that the $9,500 site study was solely to determine whether the location would have been feasible for a City Hall facility. Mr. Bernier explained that the study would assess the site’s pros and cons, including a conceptual site plan showing access, parking, and general layout. He said they would also create a high level floor plan to evaluate how the building might function, with more detailed office layouts to follow only if the initial concept were approved. Councilmember Lostra asked whether that level of detail would be part of phase one or would that move into phase two. Mr. Bernier explained that those details would fall under phase two, which would include a more developed floor plan and building renderings to show how the facility might appear in a downtown setting. Councilmember Lostra asked Mr. Bernier to explain why the two other downtown buildings—one about 12,000 square feet and the other over 40,000 square feet with existing parking—had previously been deemed inadequate for City Hall, even though they would only have required rehabilitation. Mr. Bernier explained that one of the alternative sites—the Commercial Hotel property—had scored lower in the site matrix due to traffic congestion, limited access points, demolition requirements, weaker electrical capacity, and potential environmental concerns common to downtown properties. He added that its sale price was also a significant drawback. He noted that the other sites under consideration had been the College Avenue and Ruby Vista Drive location. Councilmember Lostra clarified that the building previously referenced was the old Wells Fargo building on Idaho Street. Mr. Bernier clarified that their evaluation had not included the old Wells Fargo building. He stated that the sites analyzed in the matrix were the College Avenue and Ruby Vista Drive location and a Silver Street site Councilmember Lostra said she supported the idea of placing City Hall downtown to aid revitalization and increase access to local businesses, but she also noted several concerns. She referenced public comments about the challenges of a multi story building, the loss of the current park like setting, and potential zoning constraints that might require the property to remain commercial to avoid setback requirements. She also mentioned public questions about parking and emphasized that any reliance on the Stockmen’s lot would need a formal written agreement rather than verbal assurances. Councilmember Giovanni Puccinelli said he would have liked City Hall to be downtown but acknowledged concerns raised by others. He noted that the $9,500 study would only cover the first phase and that the Council could stop the process after reviewing the report. He emphasized the importance of considering all options but questioned whether the cost was justified, given how much had already been spent without construction beginning. He added that he could support funding the first phase simply to determine whether the site would work, though he remained undecided overall. April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 7 of 29  Councilmember Stone said it was time to make a decision and that the need for a two story design already suggested the downtown site lacked sufficient space. He noted that the existing lot was fully used for parking and that relocating City Hall would worsen parking congestion. He emphasized that the City had already invested in designing the current site, which allowed for expansion, and he did not believe moving the project downtown was a viable option. While he agreed a downtown location would have been desirable, he said the space, timing, and practical constraints made it unworkable. He also mentioned uncertainty about Stockmen’s willingness to formally commit to transferring its parking lot and aligned himself with Councilmember Morris’s position. Councilmember Puccinelli said he liked the design and aesthetics of the current site, noting that its setback and visual appeal made it stand out. He felt that a downtown building would lack that curb appeal and said he personally preferred keeping the project at the existing location for that reason. Councilmember Stone commented that the City had already developed an attractive facility at the current site, noting the nearby E Center and saying the area was going to look more like a cohesive City. Mayor Keener concluded the discussion by noting that all Councilmembers had raised valid points and then opened the floor for public comments on the item. Jim Winer, 2378 Khoury Lane, said his proposal was simply an idea to reconsider the earlier decision. He explained that placing City Hall downtown could serve as an economic driver, noting the City had already invested heavily in revitalizing the area. He argued that the current building had value and did not need to be discarded, and that downtown lots—including the Stockmen’s property—had long been available. He added that he had spoken with Mr. Zornes, who indicated ownership was supportive of discussing the parking lot’s availability. Mayor Keener confirmed his understanding of the conversation with Dave Zornes, noting he had spoken with him on Wednesday night. Councilmember Stone added that his own discussion with Mr. Zornes had taken place earlier, suggesting circumstances may have changed since then. Mr. Winer reiterated that he had followed up with Mr. Zornes about whether Stockmen’s ownership had discussed releasing the parking lot. He said that if ownership agreed, the lot could provide roughly a hundred additional parking spaces downtown, noting it was private property that could be fenced off at any time and was not consistently full. He added that the corner parcel could potentially be handled through a land exchange, avoiding a cash purchase. Mr. Winer said the downtown properties had been available for years and that the idea simply had not been raised earlier. He encouraged the council to consider preserving the existing City Hall building for another use rather than disposing of it and noted that multi story city halls are common and often cheaper to build vertically than horizontally. Councilmember Lostra said she appreciated Mr. Winer’s comments and reiterated her support for the idea of City Hall being downtown to strengthen local businesses and improve proximity to the County. However, she raised practical concerns about parking capacity. She noted that estimates for available spaces in the Stockmen’s lot ranged from 70 to 100, while City Hall operations alone would require April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 8 of 29  35–40 spaces daily and up to 100 during public meetings—potentially consuming the entire lot and negatively affecting nearby businesses. She also emphasized that there was no guaranteed agreement with Stockmen’s, and she was hesitant to spend public funds without a confirmed commitment. Mayor Keener said that if the Council pursued the downtown alternative, they would need a formal agreement from Stockmen’s before moving into phase two. He then invited any remaining public comments on the item. Susan Wright, J.M. Capriola, 500 Commercial Street said she had only recently learned about the issue but, as both a downtown business owner and a property owner on Silver and Commercial Streets, she believed a City Hall presence downtown would significantly benefit the area. She noted her business has been downtown for nearly a century and has seen the community evolve. Ms. Wright questioned the assumption that the current site’s curb appeal would be lost, pointing out that the existing building would remain standing in front of the new one. She argued that the City could create a visually striking, historically inspired building downtown—similar to the Cowboy Arts and Gear Museum’s restoration—and that such an investment could boost tourism, encourage building improvements, and help activate currently stagnant properties. She emphasized that multi story buildings are common downtown and that the City would control two lots there, making a second story feasible. She urged the Council to fully explore all options. Councilmember Lostra asked Mr. Winer to confirm that the downtown property consists of three City lots totaling about 10,000 square feet. Ms. Wright added that if the City can secure a confirmed agreement with Stockmen’s for additional parking, the downtown site could function well—allowing utility payment traffic to use the rear access and public facing services to use the front. She emphasized that the possibilities for a downtown City Hall are “endless,” urging the Council to seriously consider the opportunity. Mike Lostra, Lostra Engineering and Lostra Builders, offered mixed feelings but grounded his comments in his experience as a builder and engineer. He said the City likely doesn’t need to spend another $10,000 on a study because the existing site analyses and current building plans already provide enough information to evaluate the downtown lot with “common sense.” As a downtown business owner who has redeveloped property himself, he said he isn’t opposed to City Hall being downtown, but from a construction and engineering standpoint, he believes the current location is the better choice. He also cautioned the Council about a recurring problem in public sector building projects: designers creating “Taj Mahal” plans that exceed the budget, forcing costly redesigns. He suggested the City include stronger contractual requirements to ensure architects design within the approved budget from the start, preventing unnecessary expenses and delays. Councilmember Lostra made a motion to table the agenda item until the next meeting. Her intent was to give time for Stockmen’s to present a formal, written proposal outlining what they are willing to offer. She said that if no agreement is secured by the next meeting, she would support not moving forward with a redesign and instead proceeding with the existing City Hall design. April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 9 of 29  Mayor Keener asked whether Councilmember Lostra’s motion—to table the item until the next meeting—was workable. Dave Stanton, City Attorney, clarified that a simple motion to table is all that’s needed. If the Council tables the item, it will automatically return on the agenda for the next City Council meeting. Mayor Keener said that while the item is tabled, staff should reach out to Stockmen’s to see whether a deal can be worked out. He added that it would also be useful to hear from the Chamber of Commerce, to understand where downtown businesses stand on the issue. He then noted that a motion was on the floor and asked for a second. Councilmember Stone said he could not support any approval until the City knows definitively whether the downtown land is actually available. He agreed with the Mayor that the Council needs a clear yes or no from Stockmen’s first. He added that he is not comfortable spending another $9,500 on a redesign “for a what if.” If the landowner provides even a simple written statement saying they are willing to deed the property to the City for a potential downtown City Hall redesign, then it would make sense to consider it. But without that, he sees no reason to spend money when the land may not be available. Councilmember Morris said that even if the Stockmen’s parking lot becomes available, it still wouldn’t be enough to support a downtown City Hall. He described the lot as already chaotic and heavily used by nearby restaurants and businesses. He emphasized that adding City Hall traffic would overwhelm the area and that the parking situation would remain inadequate, even with the additional land. Mayor Keener asked whether there was a new motion after the previous one failed for lack of a second. ** A motion was made by Councilmember Morris, seconded by Councilmember Puccinelli to deny moving forward with the contract with Lombard Conrad Architects. The motion passed unanimously. (5-0) Item VII. C. was read into record and then suspended due to the time being 5:30 p.m. and a Public Hearing item needed to be heard. X. 5:30 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING X.A. Second reading, public hearing, and possible adoption of Ordinance No. 909, an amendment to the City Zoning Ordinance, specifically repealing and replacing Title 3, Chapter 2, Section 18, entitled "Conditional Use Permits" of the Elko City Code, and matters related thereto. FOR POSSIBLE ACTION The Planning Commission reviewed Ordinance No. 909 at their April 7, 2026 meeting and forwarded a recommendation to City Council to adopt Ordinance No. 909, which approved Zoning Ordinance Amendment 1-24. City Council conducted the first reading at their April 14, 2026 meeting. CL April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 10 of 29  Cathy Laughlin, the City Planner, told the Mayor and Council that her memo wasn’t included in this packet because it had already been provided during the first reading at the previous meeting. She reported that no public comments had been submitted to the Planning Department—or any other department—regarding this section of code since that first reading. Based on that, Staff recommends approval and adoption. Mayor Keener asked Ms. Laughlin to briefly restate the key points of the Staff report. Ms. Laughlin said the ordinance completely replaces the current conditional use permit rules, mainly to fix the overly strict limits on home occupations. The new code separates standard CUPs from home occupation CUPs, expands what home based businesses can do, and clarifies issues like extensions, revocations, and what counts as active use. She noted she and Mr. Stanton have worked on this since 2023. She added that under the current code she had to deny a man’s home based moving business because his wife already has a home occupation, but the new code would allow him to apply. Mayor Keener responded by saying it was a great example and thanked Ms. Laughlin for the recap. He then asked whether there were any questions or concerns from the public on the item. ** A motion was made by Councilmember Morris, seconded by Councilmember Stone to approve the second reading, public hearing and adopt Ordinance No. 909. The motion passed unanimously. (5-0) After this item was voted upon Council returned to item VII. C. already read into record prior to this item. VII. APPROPRIATION (CONTINUED) VII.C. Review, consideration, and possible approval of the purchase of an additional 14 new marked patrol vehicles. Total estimated cost excluding interest and insurance totals $1,312,546.90 to be financed over 5 years, and matters related thereto. FOR POSSIBLE ACTION On March 24, 2026, Police Chief Kyle Ward presented a proposal for the purchase of 14 additional new marked patrol vehicles to be financed over a 5-year period. Estimated FY27 budget required from the Capital Improvement Fund is $1,312,546.90. Cash flow to be financed over 5 years at 6% interest. In order to meet the recommended May 10, 2026, order deadline for the 2026 F-150 models, staff is requesting council direction regarding approval or denial of the purchase. JD/KW This was read into record but was suspended at 5:30 p.m. to hear Public Hearing item X. A. Julie Davis, Financial Services Director, explained that the presentation slides, which are included in the agenda packet, and that she would walk through the financial information, while Lieutenant Shane April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 11 of 29  Daz could address operational questions. She said the issue has been mentioned in previous budget discussions, but the City now needs a final decision in order to meet the order deadline for the 2026 model year. Delaying the decision would likely mean higher costs for the 2027 model and later delivery dates. The request is for 14 new marked Ford F-150 trucks, which would increase the size of the fleet; these are not replacements, and the presentation does not address any future replacement needs. Mayor Keener noted that it’s reasonable to expect future vehicle replacements, since accidents, breakdowns, or added Staff will inevitably create those needs beyond the 14 new trucks being requested. Ms. Davis explained that the purchase would use a five year financing option, with the vehicles fully owned at the end of the term. Because it’s a financed purchase rather than a lease, there are no mileage restrictions. The loan carries a 6% interest rate, and while the vehicles and their outfitting would be financed, the MDTs and radios would be paid upfront and not included in the loan. She also reviewed warranty coverage: the standard bumper to bumper warranty is three years or a set mileage, whichever comes first, and she had just received confirmation that the government powertrain warranty for F- 150s is five years or 100,000 miles, covering the engine, transmission, and drivetrain. Not all models qualify for the 100,000 mile coverage, but the F-150 does. Mayor Keener noted that Ms. Davis’s update meant the information in the packet needed a correction, since the warranty details she just provided were more accurate. Ms. Davis said that if the City orders the F-150s, the warranty mileage increases while the five year term stays the same. The vehicles would be maintained on City property by Fleet Staff, with no charge to the Police Department for labor. She added that the recommended order date is May 10th to secure 2026 models and avoid delays or shortages. She also noted that all 14 vehicles would hit the budget in year one when the City takes possession, while the financed cost is spread over five years at about $1.3 million. Councilmember Puccinelli asked whether there are any other vehicle requests pending that were not included in the presentation Ms. Davis said that aside from the request being discussed, there may be one additional vehicle request coming to the Council at the next meeting as part of the FY26 budget. Mayor Keener asked how much money typically flows into the capital account each year. Ms. Davis said the capital account typically receives about one million dollars per year, split roughly between $500,000 in C-Tax and $500,000 in property tax, with an estimated $1.1 million expected for FY27. Councilmember Stone commented that the 6 percent interest rate seemed high and asked whether that was really the best rate the City could get. Ms. Davis replied that they had checked with two lenders, and the 6 percent rate was the best quote they received. April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 12 of 29  Mayor Keener asked Lt. Daz if he wanted to add anything about what the program would mean for his personnel. Lt. Daz said the program would improve response times, noting that during the Airport incident they lost time calling officers in, picking up vehicles, and gearing up, which left other calls unanswered. Having these vehicles ready would let them cover the City faster and reduce unserviced calls. He added it would help with officer retention because it’s an added benefit. He also said they are trying to use E911 funds to cover the radio costs, which could reduce the total by about $70,000 if approved. Councilmember Stone asked if the point of the purchase was, saying the goal was for officers to take the vehicles home so they can respond more quickly when needed. Lt. Daz confirmed that the goal is exactly that. He added that many officers serve on teams like SWAT and the bomb squad, so having take home vehicles would speed up their response not only for City emergencies but also for specialized callouts. Councilmember Morris noted that the current setup keeps patrol vehicles running nonstop — one shift ends, the next immediately takes the same car — so the engines never get a break and the cars wear out much faster. Lt. Daz confirmed Councilmember Morris’s point, adding that one patrol vehicle even went through two engines in a single year, though warranty coverage helped. Councilmember Morris said another major benefit is visibility and readiness: having patrol cars parked in neighborhoods is common across the country and creates a positive presence. Officers also take better care of assigned vehicles because they set them up the way they need and always know where their gear is. When a call comes in at 3 a.m., they can be out the door immediately with everything already in place. In a serious incident where “the cavalry” needs to respond, this setup lets officers get on scene faster and operate more efficiently. Lt. Daz added that even his own neighbors have told him they like having a marked patrol car parked at his home — they feel safer seeing that presence in the neighborhood. Councilmember Stone acknowledged the benefits but pointed out a challenge: Council members will inevitably get calls from residents asking why Elko Police vehicles are parked in places like Spring Creek. He said those questions will come, but the Council will need to handle them positively and help the community understand the purpose. Councilmember Morris responded that this concern can actually become a positive, too. If officers live in places like Spring Creek, they’re already positioned to help the Sheriff’s Office when needed. He noted that in many parts of the country, it’s normal to see patrol cars from multiple jurisdictions parked in neighborhoods because officers live where they can, not always within city limits. When something serious happens — whether in the County or the City — everyone can respond quickly. April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 13 of 29  He added that he’s willing to personally explain this to any residents who call with questions. In his view, this model is used nationwide, workwell, and will help the City when the next major incident inevitably occurs. Lt. Daz noted that the program would result in six additional police vehicles being taken home to Spring Creek. Councilmember Stone asked whether the City had the funding available for the proposed vehicle program. Ms. Baum confirmed that the City did have sufficient funding for the vehicle program. She noted that even after allocating $1.3 million, the fund would still end with a balance of over $2 million. Mayor Keener said that assigning officers their own vehicles would improve accountability and care, comparing shared patrol cars to rental cars that people tend to treat less carefully. With individual assignments, he noted that issues like poor vehicle condition could be addressed directly with the responsible officer, reducing blame shifting and improving maintenance. He believed the approach would create service efficiencies, reduce wear, and represented a worthwhile investment in public safety. He added that he appreciated Staff for finding a way to make the program feasible. Councilmember Puccinelli said he supported the project and noted that maintenance and wear and tear were important considerations. With only one officer using each vehicle instead of multiple drivers, he believed the lifespan of the trucks could increase. He added that consistent preventive maintenance would help the fleet last longer and keep the City ahead of repair needs. Councilmember Morris noted that F-150s were less expensive than Expeditions or Explorers and that they generally held up better, making them a more cost effective choice for the fleet. Lt. Daz added that the F-150s also had stronger resale value, further supporting their cost effectiveness. Councilmember Morris added that at the end of the vehicles’ service life, the city would own the F- 150s outright, allowing them to continue using them or sell them. He noted they were expected to retain $13,000–$14,000 in resale value. Lt. Daz clarified that the expected resale value range for the vehicles was $10,000 to $14,000, based on the estimate provided. Councilmember Morris noted that many agencies statewide — including Highway Patrol — had shifted to using F-150s, describing them as solid, durable trucks that hold up well. He added that they feel more personal to officers than traditional patrol cars. Mayor Keener asked whether the vehicles being purchased were four wheel drive or two wheel drive. Lt. Daz confirmed that the vehicles would be four wheel drive. Mayor Keener asked whether the vehicles were the XLT trim level. April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 14 of 29  Lt. Daz explained that the vehicles were a police package model, but comparable to the XLT trim in the civilian lineup. He noted they would include upgraded tires and brakes, no speed governor like civilian versions, and other enhancements specific to police use. Councilmember Puccinelli commented that the department had already received some very nice vehicles in the first batch. Lt. Daz acknowledged that the two K 9 vehicles had already arrived and were black, and he added that future vehicles would follow that same approach if officers transitioned to having individually assigned trucks. Mayor Keener asked whether officers would idle their vehicles as much under the new take home model and whether that change would affect wear, maintenance, or overall vehicle impact. Lt. Daz said he did not expect the vehicles to idle as much because they would no longer be running around the clock. He explained that some idling would still be necessary due to extreme temperatures, which can affect onboard equipment, and because in Elko winters, officers may need to keep vehicles warm and clear of ice while completing reports to ensure they can respond quickly to emergencies. Overall, he anticipated less idling than the current 24 hour cycle. Councilmember Lostra praised the Police and Fire Departments for their rapid response to the recent airport incident, noting that airport staff reported a 90 second arrival time after calling 911. She said this was highly commendable. She added that expanding the visibility of City law enforcement throughout the community through take home vehicles would be beneficial and expressed her support for the proposal. Mayor Keener opened the floor for public comment on the item, asking whether there were any questions or concerns from the public. Hearing none, he noted there was no further deliberation and asked for a motion. ** A motion was made by Councilmember Stone, seconded by Councilmember Puccinelli to approve the purchase of 14 new marked patrol vehicles in FY 27 budget appropriations totaling $1,312,546.90. The motion passed unanimously. (5-0) VII.D. Review, discussion and possible approval of restructuring the City of Elko Appointed Officials (AO) pay matrix resulting in an increase in grades and salaries for the AO’s and eliminating the part-time Animal Control Officer, part-time Evidence Technician, and a full-time Records Technician position at the Police Department, and matters related thereto. FOR POSSIBLE ACTION Police Chief Kyle Ward will present a proposal to restructure the Appointed Official (AO) Pay Matrix. This restructuring will result in either a 10.38% or 13.14% increase in salary for all current Appointed Officials (Police Chief, City Manager, Fire Chief and City Clerk). This increase in salary will take effect July 1, 2026. Eliminating the part- April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 15 of 29  time positions and full-time position at the Police Department will enable the city to fund the AO pay increases. KW This item was not read into record and has been withdrawn from the agenda with no potential of having this read in the future. VII.E. Review, consideration, and possible direction to Staff to solicit bids for the 2026 Convention Way Project, and matters related thereto. FOR POSSIBLE ACTION Convention Way was designed for a total reconstruction in the 2025/2026 budget cycle. The roadway section has failed in many areas of the street. During the geotechnical investigation, it was found that the roadway was constructed with minimal base, and the AC was placed directly on a clay subgrade. This project will remove the existing subgrade and reconstruct the road with 12” of road base and 4” of AC. The project will also include infill curb, gutter, and sidewalk. PA Paul Algerio, Street Superintendent, said they are ready to begin the project and are aiming for construction in late summer or early fall, roughly August through October, with completion before winter. He explained they are simply asking for approval to proceed. Councilmember Lostra asked whether moving forward with a City Hall expansion/rehabilitation or new building would affect the Convention Way asphalt work—specifically, if the new pavement would later be damaged or have to be removed after the City invests in the project. Mr. Algerio said Staff had discussed the concern and compared it to subdivision construction—where the road is built first and other construction follows afterward. Councilmember Lostra asked whether any future City Hall work could be tied in during construction to avoid having to remove or cut the new roadway later Mr. Algerio said Staff would coordinate with the City Hall design team to identify entrances and utility tie-ins in advance so needed work could be completed during construction and the new roadway would not have to be cut afterward. Mayor Keener asked how long Convention Way would need to be closed during construction. Mr. Algerio stated that the timeline was 90 days, though he did not expect it would require the full period. Councilmember Stone asked when the project was expected to start, noting that the Convention Center had requested that information. Mr. Algerio stated that the anticipated project start date was in August. April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 16 of 29  Councilmember Stone noted that the Convention Center had a large event scheduled for August 7th and 8th and had asked about potential impacts. He said the timing seemed workable and that the closure would not significantly affect the car show. He thanked Staff for the clarification. Mayor Keener asked whether NDOT made frequent use of that road Mr. Algerio said he did not believe that NDOT had any access points affected by the project. He explained that traffic studies showed only four school buses used that route daily, so detours would be manageable. Overall, he noted the area experienced light traffic, making impacts minimal. ** A motion was made by Councilmember Puccinelli, seconded by Councilmember Lostra to approve to direct staff to solicit bids for the 2026 Convention Way Project. The motion passed unanimously. (5-0) VIII. NEW BUSINESS VIII.A. Review, consideration, and possible approval of the creation of a Risk Management Fund and Compensated Absences Fund, and matters related thereto. FOR POSSIBLE ACTION Information and discussion regarding the creation of: 1) A Risk Management Fund committed to the payment of liability insurance premiums, related insurance deductibles, risk management programs and services, safety enhancements or other appropriate and related risk management program expenditures. 2) A Compensated Absences Fund committed to the payment of contractually obligated accumulated sick and vacation leave due upon employment termination or retirement. Based on discussion and direction, if approved, staff will bring back resolutions for the creation of the funds and include in the Fiscal Year 2027 final budget. JD Ms. Davis noted that the two funds being discussed were recommended by POOL/PACT. She then asked whether Alan Kalt was online and stated she would turn the presentation over to him, referencing his recommendation letter included in the agenda. A copy of the presentation is in the agenda packet. Alan Kalt, speaking via GoTo for POOL/PACT, explained that the proposal represented strong financial leadership, allowing the City to create two special revenue funds: a Risk Management Fund and a Compensated Absence Fund. He described how a Risk Management Fund could cover unexpected costs—such as replacing a police vehicle after an accident—without straining departmental budgets. He also noted that maintaining such a fund could allow the City to raise its deductible and reduce insurance premiums over time. Mr. Kalt explained that the Compensated Absence Fund would cover payouts of accrued leave when employees separate, preventing those costs from hitting individual department budgets. He outlined April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 17 of 29  potential funding sources, such as consolidated tax, intergovernmental revenues, or savings from lower than budgeted POOL/PACT premiums. He emphasized that building these funds over time would help the City weather financial fluctuations and potentially become self funded, citing his experience in Churchill County. He concluded by commending the city manager and finance manager for their foresight and offered to answer questions. Mayor Keener thanked Mr. Kalt for his presentation and asked how many POOL/PACT member municipalities statewide had already implemented similar special revenue funds. Mr. Kalt said he did not have an exact count of how many POOL/PACT members had implemented these funds, but noted that most larger members had, including Boulder City, Churchill County, Elko County, and Lander County, as well as many school districts. He explained that while these funds are allowed by statute and considered best practice, many entities currently keep such reserves within their general fund, which can make the fund balance appear larger and potentially affect labor negotiations. Establishing dedicated funds, he said, helps clearly identify and protect money set aside for long term liabilities. Mayor Keener asked Ms. Davis how much additional workload the creation and maintenance of two new special revenue funds would place on her department. Ms. Davis said the additional workload would be minimal, noting that the number of transactions in the new funds would be small. She explained that maintaining the funds would add only a couple of pages to the budget and would not significantly increase Staff time. She added that creating designated funds would improve transparency, making it clearer which amounts are set aside for specific liabilities rather than leaving them blended into the general fund. Mayor Keener asked how the proposed special revenue funds differed from the City’s long standing contingency fund, noting that the contingency fund is intended to protect the City during major, unexpected financial events. He gave the example of a scenario where 50 employees left in one year with large, accrued leave balances, which could overwhelm the general fund and require use of the contingency fund. He then asked what these new funds would accomplish that the existing contingency fund does not. Ms. Davis explained that creating the two new funds would clearly designate money for those specific liabilities, rather than leaving them blended into the general fund. She then asked the Mayor whether he was referring to the 1.5% contingency built into the budget or the revenue stabilization fund, noting that each serves a different purpose. Mayor Keener confirmed he was referring to the revenue stabilization fund. Ms. Davis explained that the revenue stabilization fund could not be used for compensated absences, noting that its use is controlled by NRS and subject to strict limits on both allowable balances and expenditures. April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 18 of 29  Mayor Keener asked whether the proposed funds were consistent with GAAP standards and confirmed that both Ms. Davis and Ms. Baum had reviewed the proposal. He then asked whether both were recommending that the City proceed with implementing the funds. Ms. Baum said she supported establishing the new funds, explaining that they would help reduce major fluctuations in both the general fund and enterprise funds when employees separate or when the City faces large risk management expenses. She compared the approach to the City’s health insurance fund, which absorbs high claim years and keeps the general fund more stable and predictable. Councilmember Morris asked whether the City would build these funds gradually over several years to reach the appropriate funding levels. Ms. Davis confirmed that the funds would take time to fully build, explaining that if the Council approved the item, staff would draft a resolution outlining the funding approach. She said they would likely recommend initial seed money to establish the funds, which would then grow gradually over time. She added that once the funds reached full funding levels, the City could reduce annual contributions, similar to how contributions to the health insurance fund are adjusted when reserves are sufficient. Councilmember Stone asked whether establishing these funds could help lower the City’s insurance premiums, and whether POOL/PACT might view the City more favorably or “self funded” in a way that could reduce costs. Ms. Davis explained that the new funds could indirectly help reduce POOL/PACT premiums by giving the City more flexibility in setting its deductible. With dedicated reserves growing, the City could choose to raise the deductible, which would in turn lower the premium paid to POOL/PACT. She noted that if a claim came in under the deductible, the new risk management fund—not POOL/PACT— would cover it. In good claim years, when little or nothing is paid out, the money would remain in the fund and roll forward, rather than being lost through premium payments. Councilmember Stone added that POOL/PACT might view the City as a lower risk if these funds were established, which could potentially result in better rates for the City. Ms. Davis agreed, noting that establishing the funds would result in fewer claims submitted to POOL/PACT. She explained that the City’s deductible level directly affects its premiums, and that a deductible of $5,000 versus $50,000 is almost certainly reflected in the rates the City pays. Mr. Kalt, representing POOL/PACT and noting he is also a CPA, referenced page 42 of the City’s 6/30/25 audit, stating that the City’s compensated absences liability totaled $3.4 million in the governmental fund and $700,000 in the enterprise fund, for a combined $4.1 million. He emphasized that while this figure assumes all employees left on the balance sheet date—which is unlikely—it still represents a significant long term obligation. He said that gradually building the proposed fund, even starting with $100,000, would put the City in a stronger financial position over time. He added that investment earnings would also help the fund grow. April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 19 of 29  Mayor Keener asked whether there were any public comments on the item. Hearing none, he stated that he had no further questions and was ready for a motion. ** A motion was made by Councilmember Lostra, seconded by Councilmember Stone to direct Staff to move forward with the creation of a Risk Management Fund and Compensated Absences Fund. The motion passed unanimously. (5-0) Mr. Kalt of POOL/PACT congratulated the City, noting that City Manager Jan Baum and the IT, Finance, and HR Departments were formally recognized for excellence in cybersecurity and financial management. He highlighted the City’s strong investment performance, earning $4.3 million last year, the highest return among POOL/PACT members. He added that this strong performance and best practice improvements were contributing to reduced renewal rates for both property/liability and workers’ compensation coverage. Mayor Keener thanked Mr Kalt for his comments and congratulated Jan Baum, Julie Davis, and Susie Shurtz for their recognition and accomplishments. VIII.B. Review, consideration, and possible approval of acceptance of a grant award from the 2026 Nevada Fire Chiefs Association Wildfire Risk Reduction Program, in the amount of $57,520.00, and matters related thereto. FOR POSSIBLE ACTION The City of Elko has been awarded $57,520.00 through the 2026 Nevada Fire Chiefs Association Wildfire Risk Reduction Program. Acceptance of this award requires formal authorization by the City Council. The funding is designated to support wildfire risk reduction efforts within the City limits, with a focus on mitigation activities in identified high-hazard areas, including private properties where hazardous fuels and vegetation present an elevated risk to life, property, and critical infrastructure. This grant will support targeted vegetation management, defensible space improvements, and community risk reduction efforts in priority areas. These actions will help reduce wildfire risk and improve overall community safety. JJ Ms. Baum noted that Deputy Chief Joel Finley was called away to a wildland fire near the Sports Complex. She explained that the agenda item concerned wildland fire risk within the City, emphasizing that it did not add personnel but would fund targeted cleanup efforts in high risk areas to reduce fire hazards. Mayor Keener asked Ms. Baum to have Staff review the fire risk area near Dotta Drive and Angel Park, noting a resident’s concern about a past fire in that neighborhood. He said funding for this program was a benefit to the City, as it would help the department focus on high risk areas and provide reporting. With no objections, he stated he was ready for a motion. ** A motion was made by Councilmember Stone, seconded by Councilmember Morris to approve an acceptance of the grant award from the 2026 Nevada Fire Chiefs Association Wildlife Risk Reduction Program in the amount of $57,520. April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 20 of 29  The motion passed unanimously. (5-0) VIII.C. Review, consideration and possible action to approve a revised Towing Services Agreement, and matters related thereto. FOR POSSIBLE ACTION The Elko Police Department and City Management collaboratively revised the Towing Services Agreement to address concerns related to recreational vehicles, travel trailers, and mobile homes, including documentation requirements and disposal-related costs. City Management reviewed existing provisions with Elko PD, local towing companies, and the Landfill Superintendent to identify disposal challenges and additional issues. Based on these discussions, the City Attorney assisted in revising the agreement. All parties reviewed the revised agreement and provided input throughout the process. DJ Dale Johnson, Assistant City Manager, informed the Council that Staff had been working on the item for several months and that the current agreements were set to expire this month. He said the proposed agreements were intended to extend coverage for another three years. Mayor Keener said the City never intended for towing requirements to become a financial burden on local towing companies and was glad the parties had worked together to create a structure that would motivate participation. He asked whether staff felt that all issues had been resolved in the current agreement language. Mr. Johnson said he believed the agreement language was solid. He explained that towing companies would need to provide required documentation—either a junk certificate or a VIN inspection—to dispose of vehicles at the landfill. Disposal would then be charged at the City’s standard $40 per ton rate. Councilmember Morris said it was good news, noting that the issue had been a long standing burden for towing companies, who had been absorbing significant costs to remove junk vehicles. He expressed appreciation that the City had worked out a solution. Mayor Keener asked whether there were any public comments on the item. Hearing none, he said there were no further questions or comments and that he was ready for a motion. ** A motion was made by Councilmember Lostra, seconded by Councilmember Puccinelli to approve the new Towing Services Agreement and direct Staff to enter into agreements with towing companies. The motion passed unanimously. (5-0) VIII.D. Review, consideration, and possible approval of a modification of standards for the road width of Carlin Ct., a local residential street between 5th Street and Washington Ave. from 50’ to 28’, and matters related thereto. FOR POSSIBLE ACTION April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 21 of 29  City Code Section 3-3-11 requires local residential streets to be 50 feet wide; however, due to slopes on both sides of the roadway and encroachments into the right-of-way by neighboring property owners to the east, construction of a full 50-foot roadway section, including curb, gutter, and sidewalk, is not feasible. Staff recommend reducing the roadway width to 28 feet and constructing a 4-foot sidewalk along the west side of Carlin Court. The property owner at 698 South 5th Street has agreed to construct these improvements in order to occupy the building and utilize it for commercial purposes. The previously vacant status of the property has triggered the requirement for these improvements. DJ Mr. Johnson explained that the Council had seen this request previously as a sidewalk waiver but that Staff was now approaching it differently. He noted that the area contained multiple encroachments— including homes, fencing, landscaping, and an animal clinic parking lot—and that the steep slope made a full 50 foot roadway impossible. By reducing the roadway to 28 feet, the City could still install a four foot sidewalk, which would be an improvement over the current 22 foot road section. Mayor Keener said he had been very dissatisfied with the earlier proposal because it was impractical and too expensive, which is why the improvement was never completed. He thanked Staff for developing a workable solution that would benefit the neighborhood by finally providing a usable sidewalk. Councilmember Puccinelli said he was happy to see the item return, explaining that when he first reviewed it, he was excited because the building involved would finally be put to good use rather than continuing to sit unused. Mayor Keener said everything looked good and asked whether there were any public comments on the item. Seeing someone approach, he invited the speaker forward and requested their name and address for the record. Raphael Santiago, 1730 Celtic Way, thanked the Mayor and Council for revisiting the issue after several years. He said it had become easier to work with the City and expressed appreciation that the matter could now move forward. ** A motion was made by Councilmember Puccinelli, seconded by Councilmember Stone to approve the modification of standards for the road width of Carlin Court a local residential street between 5th Street and Washington Avenue from 50 feet to 28 feet. The motion passed unanimously. (5-0) VIII.E. Review, consideration and possible authorization for Staff to apply for Federal Aviation Administration Airport Improvement Project No. 3-32-0005-065-2026(AIP 65) Grant, Acquire Snow Removal Equipment and matters related thereto. FOR POSSIBLE ACTION Acquire an 18-foot Power Broom with a 4x4 Chassis. This project consists of the procurement, through the competitive bidding process, of one 18-foot Power Broom April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 22 of 29  with a 4x4 Chassis. This acquisition will add to existing equipment and allow the Airport to meet the guidelines established in AC 150/5200-30C, (Airport Winter Safety and Operations), and AC 150/5220-20, (Airport Snow and Ice Control Equipment). Acquire Self-Contained Rotary Plow with 4x4 Chassis. This project consists of the procurement, through the competitive bidding process, of one Self-Contained Rotary Plow with a 4x4 chassis. The airports current loader-mounted rotary plow was acquired more than 25 years ago as refurbished equipment. It has grown inefficient and is past its useful life. The airport proposes to replace the existing equipment with a new Rotary Plow on a new chassis. JF Jim Foster, Airport Manager, explained that the Airport sought to purchase two new pieces of snow removal equipment—a truck mounted broom and a rotary plow—to expand and modernize its fleet. He said recent storms produced conditions where high speed brooms aremore effective than the airport’s older 16 foot power broom, which can only operate at about 12 mph. The new equipment would allow operations at 20–30 mph and meet FAA requirements for maintaining no worse than wet runway conditions. He added that the existing rotary plow dated back to the 1960s and was originally from Chicago O’Hare, making replacement necessary. The purchases would be funded through the airport’s FAA AIP Capital Improvement Program, using its annual $1.2 million entitlement allocation. Mr. Foster noted that the request was being brought forward early to align with grant season and avoid later ratification, and that the required local match would appear in next year’s budget. Mayor Keener asked whether, if the Airport received the AIP grant for the new equipment, the delivery timeline would resemble that of a fire truck, which can take one to two years from order to arrival. Mr. Foster said the delivery timeline for the new equipment would not be as long as for a fire truck. He estimated it would take about one year to 18 months. Although he hoped the equipment might arrive before next winter, he said it was more likely to be delivered afterward. Mayor Keener commented that the rotary plow sounded like a dangerous piece of equipment, noting that it operates much like its name suggests and that no one would want to be in front of it because of the rotating auger mechanism. Mr. Foster said the Airport’s current rotary plow was also dangerous to stand in front of, but the newer ribbon band style units—while different from the older large auger models—would still “chop things up” and required operators to be careful around runway lights, signs, and other fixtures. Mayor Keener noted that although the area only gets occasional snowfall, the Airport still needs the equipment when storms do occur. Mr. Foster said the Airport had been fortunate in recent winters but noted that about four years ago the region was hit with heavy snowfall, and the Airport had to rely on its aging equipment, including a snow blower built in the 1960s for Chicago O’Hare. He praised the Fleet Department for keeping the old machinery operational but explained that it was slow and inefficient, sometimes requiring crews April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 23 of 29  to snowplow at night when no aircraft were present. He emphasized that FAA requirements prohibit snow berms that obscure runway lights or signage, and the outdated equipment made meeting those standards increasingly difficult. ** A motion was made by Councilmember Stone, seconded by Councilmember Morris to authorize Staff to apply for an FAA Airport Improvement Project 3-32-0005-065-2026, AIP 65 grant, acquire snow removal equipment. The motion passed unanimously. (5-0) VIII.F. Review, consideration and possible authorization for Staff to apply for Federal Aviation Administration Airport Improvement Project No. 3-32-0005-064-2026(AIP 64) Grant, Rehab Terminal Sidewalks and matters related thereto. FOR POSSIBLE ACTION The project focuses on rehabilitation of the existing landside sidewalks and miscellaneous site features surrounding the terminal building to restore functionality, maintain the terminal’s aesthetics, and improve long-term serviceability of the landside pedestrian facilities. The project will rehabilitate the landside terminal-area pedestrian facilities by removing and reconstructing approximately 1,150 square yards of existing sidewalk pavement, including curb and gutter, and by replacing existing drainage structures in-kind as needed. Subgrade disturbance is expected to be limited. It is expected that there will be features that will not be covered by federal funds. A total of two (2) schedules will be included as Schedule I Federal and Schedule II non-federal. As a reminder the FAA awards grants based on bids. Mr. Foster reported that the Airport was applying for IIJA (Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act) funding, which was unusual because this type of grant normally could not be used for terminal projects. He explained that the project would replace the terminal’s front sidewalks, restore the original heated sidewalk functionality, and upgrade the existing aesthetic bollards to traffic rated bollards for better protection. The work was planned for construction in the summer once funding and bidding were completed. He noted this was a rare, “once in a career” grant opportunity and said the improvements, combined with other ongoing pavement projects, would give the Airport a significant overall facelift. Mayor Keener observed that some of the Airport concrete was in poor condition and asked whether that could create liability for the City. Mr. Stanton confirmed that the City had an obligation to operate its property in a reasonable manner, implying that deteriorated concrete could create potential liability if not properly maintained ** A motion was made by Councilmember Lostra, seconded by Councilmember Morris to authorize Staff to apply for FAA Airport Improvement Project 3-32-0005-064-2026 (AIP 64) Grant Rehab Terminal Sidewalks. The motion passed unanimously. (5-0) April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 24 of 29  VII. APPROPRIATION (CONTINUED) VII.F. Review, consideration and possible authorization for Staff to solicit bids for FAA Airport Improvement Project No. 3-32-0005-064-2026(AIP 64), Rehab Terminal Sidewalks and matters related thereto. FOR POSSIBLE ACTION Mr. Foster explained that this action would authorize staff to solicit bids, because under FAA requirements, grant applications must be supported by bid information. Mayor Keener confirmed his understanding that authorizing staff to solicit bids would allow the City to submit those bids with the FAA grant application. With no further discussion from the Council, he was ready for a motion. ** A motion was made by Councilmember Lostra, seconded by Councilmember Stone to authorize Staff to solicit bids for FAA Airport Improvement Project 3-32-0005-064-2026 AIP 64 Rehab Terminal Sidewalk. The motion passed unanimously. (5-0) VII.G. Review, consideration and possible authorization for Staff to solicit bids for Federal Aviation Administration Airport Improvement Project No. 3-32-0005-065-2026(AIP 65) Grant, Acquire Snow Removal Equipment and matters related thereto. FOR POSSIBLE ACTION ** A motion was made by Councilmember Lostra, seconded by Councilmember Puccinelli to authorize Staff to solicit bids for the FAA Airport Improvement Project 3-32-0005-065-2026 AIP 65 grant acquire snow removal equipment. The motion passed unanimously. (5-0) IX. RESOLUTION AND ORDINANCE IX.A. Review and possible approval of Resolution No. 05-26, a resolution authorizing the transfer of $35,607.50 from the General Fund to Municipal Court Administration Assessment Fund for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2026, and matters related thereto. FOR POSSIBLE ACTION N.R.S. 176.059 provides that the governing body of a municipal court shall assess an administrative assessment fine for misdemeanors. The money apportioned to a municipal court pursuant to this section must be used to improve the operations of the court, or to acquire appropriate advanced technology or the use of such technology, or both. Money used to improve the operations of the court may include expenditures for: (a) Training and education of personnel; April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 25 of 29  (b) Acquisition of capital goods; (c) Management and operational studies; or (d) Audits; These funds are currently held in the General Fund and the City of Elko has determined that these restricted funds are best accounted for in the Municipal Court Administrative Assessment Fund. A transfer of the cash is required between the City of Elko General Fund and the Municipal Court Administrative Assessment Fund in the amount of $35,607.50; JD Ms. Davis said the necessary information was already provided and explained that the item was being brought forward as a resolution because the FY26 transfer had not been budgeted. She said the resolution was needed to move the funds into the Municipal Court Fund and properly clean up the accounting. ** A motion was made by Councilmember Lostra, seconded by Councilmember Puccinelli to approve Resolution No. 05-26 authorizing the transfer of $35,607.50 from the General Fund to the Municipal Court Administration Assessment Fund for the fiscal year ended in June 30th, 2026. The motion passed unanimously. (5-0) XI. REPORTS XI.A. Mayor and City Council Councilmember Puccinelli reported that he had the honor of umpiring for the Elko High School game at the dedication of the Gaylen Christean Field. He said the event drew 150–200 attendees and was a strong turnout. The Christean family thanked the City, Staff, and Parks & Recreation Department for moving the project forward quickly. He noted that the sign’s design included a meaningful detail based on how Gaylen Christean signed his name, and he described the highlight of the ceremony: three grandchildren running the bases, which he said made for a touching moment Mayor Keener stated it was a great way to honor Gaylen Christean. Councilmember Lostra invited everyone to the Meet the Candidates event on May 14 at 5:00 p.m. at the Lostra Warehouse. She said the invitation extended to current elected officials from Elko and surrounding areas and noted that this is a significant election year. She added that light refreshments would be available and described the gathering as a networking opportunity. Councilmember Stone reported having a busy and positive week, spending four days at the Convention Center with Travel Nevada and participating in events including a mine site visit, an evening at the museum, and several community activities. He praised the Travel Nevada and Nevada Tours teams— naming Michelle, Selena, Kim, Raphael, Mike, Romero, and Jessica—for organizing an exceptional April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 26 of 29  event, noting that the Western Cowboy Poetry Festival won Best Event and that Michelle Cromwell received an award. He also thanked volunteers involved in Clean Up Green Up, including Dale, Tiffany, Shelley, James, and their crews, saying turnout was strong. Councilmember Stone invited the public to the upcoming Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women Conference at the Convention Center (Sunday–Tuesday), as well as the First Tuesdays City event. He added that he attended the Battle Born Academy ribbon cutting, where an impressive 350 foot obstacle course—donated by numerous local businesses—was unveiled. He estimated 125+ attendees, including Marines, cadets, and community members, and thanked all contributors for making the project possible. XI.B. City Manager No report. XI.C. Assistant City Manager Mr. Johnson reported that Clean Up Green Up was again a strong success, with over 600 participants, 128 tons of trash collected, 441 loads, and 501 additional tires removed. He added that the City had recently received a complaint regarding the Elko Inn, originating from the Chamber of Commerce, and said the complaint was now open and being updated to include Mr. Lands complaint. Councilmember Stone noted that he saw people taking photos outside earlier in the day, including at least one City employee, and suggested that perhaps the City would be getting additional help. Mr. Johnson reported an additional City Hall maintenance issues, noting that the heaters in the Engineering trailer had both failed. He said the units were about 30 years old, replacement parts were no longer available, and therefore both heaters would need to be replaced. XI.D. Utilities Director Jim Kerr, Utilities Director, reported that the Force Main Project was nearly complete. The team had commissioned the Exit 298 Lift Station, successfully testing both the 6 inch and 10 inch lines. A few issues were identified and added to a punch list. The generator still needed testing, and the pig launchers also needed to be commissioned. He anticipated the system could go live around mid May and said he planned to invite the Council to a small ceremony where the Mayor — or anyone interested — could push the button to start the pumps. XI.E. Public Works No report. XI.F. Airport Manager April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 27 of 29  Mr. Foster reported that TSA PreCheck went live at the Airport and that sign ups were already underway, with several applicants processed and more scheduled. He also noted that at a recent aviation conference in Las Vegas, Airport Security Coordinator Kara Vera earned her Certified Member designation through AAAE. He congratulated her and emphasized the importance of such professional certifications in the industry. Mayor Keener asked whether the lobby tile repairs had been completed. Mr. Foster reported that the tile had been installed in the lobby and was currently setting. He said Staff expected to be able to grout it the following day. XI.G. City Attorney Mr. Stanton noted that the Council would likely hear more regarding the Elko Inn matter, but because the issue was in litigation, he said there was very little he could publicly discuss. XI.H. Fire Chief XI.I. Police Chief XI.J. City Clerk No report. XI.K. City Planner No report. XI.L. Development Manager XI.M. Financial Services Director No report. XI.N. Parks and Recreation Director No report. XI.O. Civil Engineer No report. XI.P. Building Official XII. COMMENTS BY THE GENERAL PUBLIC April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 28 of 29  Pursuant to N.R.S. 241, this time is devoted to comments by the public, if any, and discussion of those comments. No action may be taken upon a matter raised under this item on the agenda until the matter itself has been specifically included on a successive agenda and identified as an item for possible action. ACTION WILL NOT BE TAKEN Mayor Keener called for final public comment and did not receive a response. There being no further business, Mayor Keener adjourned the meeting at 6:58 p.m. Mayor Reece Keener Annette Robinson, City Clerk April 28, 2026 City Council | Minutes Page 29 of 29