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Council questions smart‑meter financing after $955,000 figure cited
Summary
Council members pressed staff about financing for an approved smart‑meter contract with an estimated $955,000 cost; staff repeatedly said there is a repayment plan but deferred detailed discussion to a future council meeting.
Several council members raised concern about the financing plan for a previously approved smart‑meter contract after a $955,000 cost figure was mentioned. Council members asked who would be responsible for repaying the cost and whether the city had "play money" to cover that amount; staff responded multiple times that the city has a plan for financing and reimbursement but asked council to reserve the detailed financing discussion for the full council meeting.
The exchange became heated as members pressed for specifics; staff emphasized the item would be discussed at the council meeting and asked the workshop to stay focused on the general-administration budget. One council member said, "I don't trust that. We got a plan," reflecting skepticism and a request for more exact financing details ahead of final votes.
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