City Commission

Regular Meeting Minutes City Hall Minutes of May 1, 2024 The Governing Body met at 7:00 pm on this date for the Regular City Commission Meeting with the following members present and participating to wit: Mayor Skidmore, Mayor Pro Tem Allen, Commissioner Caylor, Commissioner Clayton and Commissioner Crowley. Mayor Skidmore called the meeting to order. Mayor Skidmore welcomed the audience and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag. Reverend Kenneth Clem gave the invocation. Public Comments No public comments were received. Appointments, Proclamations, Recognitions, Nominations, and Public Hearings Consent Agenda Commissioner Caylor made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Clayton, to approve the consent agenda, with a modification to the Regular Meeting agenda: moving New Business before Unfinished Business. The motion was considered, and upon being put, all present voted aye. The Mayor declared the consent agenda duly approved. Declaration No declarations were made. New Business Request for Approval of 2023 Audited Financial Statement The Governing Body heard from Sean Gordon, Gordon CPA, who reviewed the 2023 financial audit report and stated that the City received an unmodified opinion, the highest opinion that can be received. No significant deficiencies or weaknesses were noted, and no issues with compliance with laws and regulations were noted in this audit. Unfinished Business Review of 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program The Governing Body heard from Finance Director Melanie Landis, who provided a summary Capital Improvement Plan for 2025-2029 and discussed the following: • Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is a tool for communicating the anticipated capital projects of the City for five years • Any one project may be accelerated or delayed based on the need and financial opportunities available • Citizen request forms were made available, seeking input from the public on projects that would benefit the community; four project requests were received and reviewed • The Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for 2025-2029 will next be reviewed by the Planning Commission and a public hearing held. May 1, 2024 1 City of Ottawa Regular Meeting Minutes May 1, 2024 Page 2 City Manager’s Comments City Manager Brian Silcott updated the Governing Body on Neighborhood and Community Services current projects. Governing Body Comments Commissioner Clayton commended the Finance Department for their outstanding efforts throughout the year that led to a successful audit. Mayor Skidmore expressed gratitude to the High School government class for their presence and participation in the meeting. Announcements A. May 8, 2024 City Commission Meeting – 4:00 pm, City Hall B. May 15, 2024 City Commission Meeting – 10:00 am, City Hall Adjournment There was no further business before the Governing Body, the Mayor declared the meeting duly adjourned at 7:45 pm. /s/ Melissa Reed Melissa Reed, City Clerk May 1, 2024 2