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Council unanimously extends local disaster emergency through June 26, 2026
Summary
Caldwell council voted to extend a local disaster emergency related to a recent major weather event after the fire chief recommended alignment with the county declaration while damage assessments continue.
The Caldwell City Council voted during a workshop to approve Resolution 172‑26 extending the city’s local disaster emergency tied to recent weather damage; the motion was made by Councilor Mike Dittenberg and seconded, and the clerk recorded the affirmative.
Fire Chief Brian Daniels told council members the city should remain aligned with the Kenny County emergency declaration while the city completes damage assessments and continues mitigation work. “It’s my recommendation that we continue the declaration as well, not to end it before the county ends theirs without good justification,” the chief said.
Councilors offered no amendments; the clerk confirmed the motion and the mayor declared the motion passed. Staff said the extension will allow continued coordination with county emergency operations and access to resources as damage evaluations and mitigation continue. The council asked staff to report back with updated damage assessments and any requirements for further council action.
Action taken: Resolution 172‑26 approved to extend the local disaster emergency; staff follow‑up required on assessment results and mitigation status.
