MARC JACOBS
Hutch Post
The Hutchinson City Council moved forward on several key initiatives during its meeting Tuesday evening, ranging from infrastructure improvements to community event approvals.
The council issued a proclamation declaring August 22 as Antique Tractor Preservation Day, recognizing the importance of preserving agricultural history.
On the consent agenda, members approved more than $2.3 million in expenditures, accepted the July city financial report, appointed Joseph Kelber to the Airport Advisory Committee, and approved resolutions allowing special events for Brewfest and the Southwest Bricktown Fiesta.
One of the major business items was approval of $1.7 million in general obligation bonds to fund repairs to the Woodie Seat Avenue C Bridge. The project will include structural upgrades, a new concrete overlay, improved lighting, and enhanced pedestrian pathways.
The council also set a public hearing for October 7 to consider the creation of a Landmark Reinvestment Housing Incentive District.
In other action, council members received an update on the ongoing Woodie Seat Phase II project and sent a zoning request for property at 23rd and Lorraine back to the Planning Commission. The council asked that restrictions be added on the types of businesses that could operate at the location.
Council members also directed staff to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for management services at Memorial Hall, with the intent of establishing a 10-year contract for facility management.
The next Hutchinson City Council meeting is scheduled for September 2 at City Hall.