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Milan City Council approves downtown events, pays $592,283.57 in bills
Summary
The council unanimously approved five special-event permits, including a Galentine’s Day event and several summer car shows, and voted to pay bills and payroll totaling $592,283.57. A DDA representative spoke during public comment; council reports noted upcoming projects.
The Milan City Council on Feb. 4 unanimously approved a consent agenda that included five special-event permits and later voted to pay bills and payroll totaling $592,283.57.
Councilmember Kerkes moved to approve the consent agenda, which included: Downtown Galentine’s Day (Feb. 6) presented by the Milan DDA; the Lakeside Cruize Car Show (weekly Thursdays May 15–Aug. 28, excluding fair week); August Car Fest (Aug. 2); Live From Tolan Square (Fridays June 6–Sept. 12, excluding July 4 and Aug. 29); and the Hot Rods 5th Annual Car & Bike Show (Sept. 13). Councilmember Stafford seconded the motion; the council approved the consent items unanimously.
Later in the meeting Councilmember Snyder moved, and Councilmember Stafford seconded, approval of bills payable and payroll in the amount of $592,283.57; the motion carried unanimously.
During the public-comment period non-resident Carrie Ritchie spoke on behalf of the Milan Downtown Development Authority. The minutes record her appearance but do not provide verbatim remarks.
City Administrator Jim Lancaster told the council that short council meetings are ending and highlighted several upcoming construction projects. Police Chief Tillery observed the 34th anniversary of the murder of Officer Steven Reuther and extended condolences to the family. The council adjourned at 7:45 p.m.; the next regular meeting is Feb. 18, 2025.
