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Votes at a glance: Decatur council actions Jan. 27
Summary
Council approved minutes and multiple resolutions including the Broadwing development agreement (6–1), appointed a city manager (6–1) and approved several budget and grant measures; one employment contract passed 4–3.
Key council votes and outcomes from the Jan. 27 Decatur City Council meeting:
- Approval of minutes (01/20/2026): unanimous (7–0). - Resolution appointing city manager (Item 1): adopted 6–1 (Councilwoman Cruz opposed). - Employment agreement for city manager (Item 2): adopted 4–3 after debate on dismissal language and wages. - Budget reconciliation ordinance (appropriating additional monies for FY ending 12/31/2025): adopted 7–0. - Development agreement with Broadwing Energy LLC (Item 4): adopted 6–1 (Councilwoman Cruz opposed); council debated water use, gas tax treatment, and public‑safety training before voting. - Lead Hazard Reduction Grant resolution (approx. $1,400,000): approved 7–0; staff explained costs include testing, contractor certification and training and that initial mitigation estimates cover roughly 10 homes. - Resolution transferring property and authorizing renovation agreement with Dove Inc.: adopted 7–0.
Several routine consent calendar items and professional services agreements were approved by unanimous votes. The council adjourned following the votes.
