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Mayor Akers outlines grants, infrastructure work and Weyerhaeuser plant in State of the City
Summary
In his State of the City address Mayor Akers reported $1,234,994 in grants and $129,170.50 from property liquidation in 2025, outlined infrastructure and water-system investments and highlighted Weyerhaeuser’s $500 million plant breaking ground; he previewed multiple 2026 projects including Hwy 83 paving and City Hall renovations.
Mayor Akers delivered the State of the City to the Monticello City Council on Jan. 27, reporting financial and infrastructure developments from 2025 and outlining priorities for 2026.
Akers said the city was awarded $1,234,994 in grants in 2025 and gained $129,170.50 from liquidation of property. He noted infrastructure work completed last year, including repairs and upgrades to wells 3 and 9, installation of new water meters and water lines, reconstruction of several city streets and replacement or repair of signage. Akers said there were no compliance issues in 2025.
The mayor also highlighted local economic developments, saying Weyerhaeuser’s $500 million plant broke ground in 2025. Looking ahead to 2026, he listed planned projects: paving of Hwy 83, additional waterline projects, City Hall renovations, more sidewalks, construction of a walking track at the sports complex, a water tower renovation and renovation of the city pool.
The address as recorded in the minutes presents these items as the mayor’s summary of accomplishments and planned work; the minutes do not provide further budget breakdowns, timelines, contractor names or environmental reviews connected to the projects.
