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Granite Falls council approves consent items, appoints DEM representative; staff report highlights potholes and community events
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Summary
At the Feb. 18 meeting the council approved routine consent items including minutes and claims, appointed Tom FitzGerald as DEM Advisory Board representative (Jeff Balentine as alternate), and heard staff updates on pothole repairs, tree removal, passport office finances, and public-safety outreach.
The Granite Falls City Council handled several routine items and staff reports at its Feb. 18 meeting.
Consent and financial items: The Council added minutes from Jan. 14, Feb. 4 and Feb. 11 to the consent agenda and approved the consent agenda, including claims checks #415980–416010 totaling $418,671.36 and payroll claims for Jan. 16–31, 2026 (checks #415933–415935 and 27 EFTs totaling $170,608.47). Motions carried unanimously (AYES: Tom FitzGerald, Steven Glenn, David Griggs, Bruce Straughn).
Appointments: The Council appointed Councilmember Tom FitzGerald as the City’s representative to the DEM Advisory Board and City Manager Jeff Balentine as alternate; the motion passed 4–0.
Staff updates: Public Works Director Charles White reported on pothole patching on Menzel Lake Road, jetting on Leola Lane, tree removal at Perrigoue Ballfields and snow-plowing efforts; he noted the old fire station burn for the Legion has been moved to March 11. Deputy City Clerk Carole Williams summarized takeaways from a Springbrook conference she attended, and City Manager Jeff Balentine provided a brief financial update on passport office operations. Consultant Police Chief Tom Dalton highlighted staff training, SnoCo Alerts and community outreach including 'Coffee with the Chief.'
Other business: Mayor Pro Tem David Griggs noted plans for a Legion Park memorial and a future discussion on appointing additional councilmembers. The Council adjourned at 9:08 p.m.