Common Council

COMMON COUNCIL COUNCIL CHAMBERS-CITY HALL https://www.kendallvillein.gov/recordings JUNE 2, 2026 -7:00 P.M. The Common Council of the City of Kendallville met in regular session June 2, 2026, at 7:00 P.M. Roll call was answered by: Mayor Lance Waters, Council Member Amy Ballard, Attorney Jacob Atz, Council Member Tara Streb, and Council Member Christopher McCreery. Council Member Corey Boese and Council Member Shari Targgart were absent. Others present were Katie Ritchie, April Waters, Scott Derby, Brian Strange, Matt Getts- KPC, Jeremy McKinley, Shafter Baker, Joe Inman & Jess Fromholtz- Inman & children, Kevin Dressler, and John Dixon. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all in attendance. MINUTES/ MEETING Minutes from May 19, 2026, Common Council meeting was presented for review. Council Member Tara Streb made a motion to approve with a second from Council Member Christopher McCreery. The motion passed 3 ayes – 0 nays. PETITIONS OR COMMENTS No petitions or comments were given. FIRE Youth Fire Camp Presentation Volunteer Firefighter, Jessica Fromholtz-Inman, told the Council that the first Youth Fire Camp was a huge success. Inman applied for a local grant and the Fire Department was able to provide 21 students with a day full of hose & ladder demonstrations, obstacle courses, mock fire situations, and search and rescue demonstrations. Most of the small attendees and instructors were from Noble County and surrounding areas. Local supporters help provide food all day for the camp. Inman said she is hoping to continue the camp in the future. ALLOWANCE OF BILLS AND CLAIMS Council Member Amy Ballard presented bills and claim numbers 82232 through 82303 for $619,918.87 for approval. Council Member Amy Ballard made a motion to approve the bills and claims with a second by Council Member Tara Streb. The motion passed 3 ayes – 0 nays. MOTION TO ADJOURN Council Member Tara Streb made a motion to adjourn the meeting with a second from Council Member Amy Ballard. Mayor Lance Waters adjourned the meeting at 7:07 P.M. ________________________________________ Kathren R. Ritchie- Clerk Treasurer Minutes approved by me this 16th of June 2026 _______________________________________ Lance L. Waters-Mayor