Here's a breakdown of the significant actions taken by the ๐๐ฒ๐ฏ๐ฎ๐ป๐ผ๐ป ๐๐ถ๐๐ ๐๐ผ๐๐ป๐ฐ๐ถ๐น in their April 22nd regular meeting:
1๏ธโฃ ๐๐ฐ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป: Council passed Bill No. 6674 authorizing preliminary design services for Atchley Park.
๐๐บ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐: This marks another significant step in executing the parks master plan, with planned enhancements including a new parking lot, a splash pad, pickleball and basketball courts, and pedestrian trails. These upgrades aim to follow the complete renovation of Wallace Park, enhancing Lebanon's park facilities for community enjoyment and activity. ๐ณ๐๐ฆ
2๏ธโฃ ๐๐ฐ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป: Council approved the first reading of a proposal to update the building codes for the city of Lebanon from the 2006 version to the 2021 version.
๐๐บ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐: Updating our building codes will improve our ISO rating, which affects insurance premiums and reflects our community's fire protection capabilities. It also ensures our buildings use the latest materials and construction methods, enhancing safety and efficiency throughout Lebanon. ๐๏ธ๐ ๏ธ๐
3๏ธโฃ ๐๐ฐ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป: Council approved Bill 6672, authorizing contract mowing services for City of Lebanon grounds.
๐๐บ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐: Continuing to use contracted mowing services has resulted in cost savings by reducing the need for temporary personnel and equipment upkeep. This arrangement allows city staff to focus on other essential duties, maximizing efficiency and resource allocation. ๐พ๐๐ฐ
4๏ธโฃ ๐๐ฐ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป:
Mayor Jared Carr presented the Mayor Lyle Anderson Gold Leaf Award for volunteer service. The adult recipient was Emily Huckaby and the youth recipient was Cash Vickers. ๐
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5๏ธโฃ ๐๐ฐ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป:
๐๐ฒ๐ฏ๐ฎ๐ป๐ผ๐ป ๐๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฎ ๐๐ต๐ฎ๐บ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐๐ผ๐บ๐บ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฐ๐ฒ ๐จ๐ฝ๐ฑ๐ฎ๐๐ฒ: Executive Director Ashley Mahan provided an update on the chamber’s positive actions and collaborative efforts with the city to support and grow Lebanon’s business environment.
๐๐ผ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฑ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐ฃ๐๐ฏ๐น๐ถ๐ฐ ๐ช๐ผ๐ฟ๐ธ๐ ๐จ๐ฝ๐ฑ๐ฎ๐๐ฒ: Public Works Director Richard Shockley shared updates on behalf of the Board of Public Works, emphasizing ongoing projects and initiatives.
Please note that this recap highlights key actions and updates from the meeting. For a comprehensive view, you can refer to the agenda on the city's website or watch the meeting stream on the City of Lebanon YouTube Channel. ๐๏ธ๐น๐