City Utilities Committee approves contracts, budget transfers and grant applications; several items held or advanced on condition

The City Utilities Committee voted on a slate of ordinances, budget amendments, contract renewals and grant applications. Key outcomes: multiple items were approved as presented or as amended; one budget amendment for a decommissioning project was held at the department’s request; and a proposed change to the city code expanding the definition of "litter" to include yard trimmings was advanced favorably on condition after committee questions about enforcement.

Votes and outcomes at a glance

- Ordinance (12501029): retroactive month-to-month extension and ratification of an OEM/aftermarket repair parts and services agreement for the Department of Public Works, Office of Fleet Services (retroactive to Nov. 25, 2024; up to nine months). Amendment to revise a whereas clause was accepted; the committee then approved the item "favorable as amended on condition." Motion to approve on condition moved by Council Member Buon, seconded by Council Member Shook; final vote 5 ayes, 0 nays.

- Budget amendment (250-1030): amend FY2025 Water and Wastewater Renewal and Extension Fund budget by $350,855.82 to transfer funds from watershed reserves to program management services team project. This item was taken to the regular…