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Council members urge scrutiny of event costs; city schedules Pickleball court inspection
Summary
Council members and staff used meeting reports to note staffing needs and costs tied to special events, schedule an inspection of Pickleball court damage from the fair, and promote upcoming summer events.
During staff and council reports on June 2, Milan City Administrator Jim Lancaster apologized for limited camera angles at recent meetings and explained the IT Director is on his honeymoon. City Attorney Steve Mann clarified that statutes governing the Senior Millage apply only to services and not to improvements, a legal distinction relevant to how those funds may be used.
Deputy Chief Nieman thanked police officers for their work during the fair; Councilmember Stafford and Councilmember Nie also publicly thanked public safety and DPW staff for supporting city events. Communications/Engagement Director Jill Tewsley reminded attendees that "Live from Tolan Square" begins this week and reviewed other upcoming events.
Councilmember Kerkes raised questions about damage to the Pickleball court caused by the fair; Administrator Lancaster said an inspection with the fair board president is scheduled. Councilmember Dr. Wayne reflected on budget constraints and urged careful scrutiny of event-related costs such as fire and police resource demands.
Mayor Ed Kolar congratulated 2026 graduates and encouraged residents to enjoy community activities this summer.
These remarks combined operational clarifications, event promotion and fiscal caution; the council directed staff to pursue an inspection and left event planning and promotion on the calendar.
