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Willard board approves multiple code updates and a financing engagement for sewer upgrades
Summary
A series of ordinances — zoning changes for car washes and self‑storage, school signage permission in residential zones, a bulk‑water ordinance, codified capacity fee tables, and employee policy updates — advanced. The board also approved an engagement letter with Piper Sandler to pursue up to $1.25 million in interim financing for sewer projects.
At its meeting, the Willard Board of Aldermen approved first readings or motions on a package of ordinances and a financing resolution tied to sewer improvements.
Financing: City staff recommended entering an engagement with Piper Sandler to arrange lease‑purchase or interim financing while the city finalizes grants and bids for sewer work. Staff said Piper agreed to extend credit and that the engagement letter presented carries a 'not to exceed' figure of $1,250,000 to cover anticipated shortfalls until construction contracts are executed. The board voted to authorize the mayor to…
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