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City administrator reports on EMS talks, storm cleanup and city staffing

Red Oak City Council · May 19, 2026
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Summary

City Administrator Lisa Kotter told the Red Oak City Council she is pursuing EMS coordination with neighboring towns, summarized May 15 storm cleanup, announced a May 22 City Hall closure for cleaning, said the city will advertise for a police officer and street maintenance workers, and noted the municipal pool will open late.

Red Oak — City Administrator Lisa Kotter provided a brief operations update during the council's May 19 meeting at the Red Oak Fire Station.

Kotter said she is continuing talks with surrounding towns about EMS coverage and coordination. She also summarized the community response to the May 15 storm and thanked volunteers and staff who helped with cleanup.

Kotter announced City Hall would be closed for cleaning on May 22, said the city will advertise openings for a police officer and street maintenance positions, and reported that the municipal swimming pool will open later than originally planned; no revised opening date was specified in the minutes.

Kotter also reminded the council of the upcoming Summer Concert Series. With these updates provided and no additional council comments, Mayor Fridolph adjourned the meeting at 5:57 p.m.