Dr. Mark Towns gave the invocation

Council approved awarding the multi-year drone show contract to Sky Element LLC. Sky Element's proposal received the highest score out of the four proposals submitted. The approved three-year contact is in the amount of $69,900.

Council approved Ordinance No. 2025-11, that provides an exception to the prohibition on the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages on City property, for properly permitted special events.

Presentation by Alicia Kreh from Taylor, Olson, Adkins, Sralla, Elam (TOASE) Attorneys & Counselors. Ms. Kreh covered the governing laws of the Public Information Act, including requirements and compliance.

Animal Services Supervisor Jose Wheeland introduced Joe Stout. Mr. Stout is chairman of the Animal Shelter Advisory Board and also, affiliated with an organization named "Mid-Cities Community Cats". Mr. Stout provided the Council with an update on the Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR) program. He explained the processes involved in the program, including the humane trapping of cats, temporary housing in kennels, transport for spay or neuter procedures, vaccination, and the safe return of the animal into their colonies. He also discussed how colonies are organized and monitored, the importance of dedicated caretakers to provide food, observe health conditions, and maintain records, as well as the role of local partnerships and community involvement in ensuring the program's success. Mr. Stout emphasized that the TNVR program helps reduce the stray cat population, control over breeding, and support public health in the community.

Animal Services Staff highlighted statistics since the implementation of the program and funding that has been approved through the budget. Staff reported on the number of traps currently in use, noting that the existing amount is appropriate and functions effectively within the available space at the Animal Shelter. Mr. Stout noted that with time the TNVR program will show reduction in population in cats over breeding.

Council asked the department if there were areas, they could assist in streamlining processes. The department responded that support with enforcement, municipal court follow-through and staffing needs would be helpful.

Mr. Stout noted that in the audience were some of the Animal Shelter Advisory Board members.

There was public input from Rhonda Nyberg, Judy Deller, Connie Stout, Michelle Schaeffer, Cindy Ferguson, Tom Whitworth, and Benjamin Guttery. All expressed their support of the TNVR program.

Council requested that the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee work toward developing a strategy to increase the number of caretakers within the city. In addition to exploring recruitment opportunities, Council emphasized the importance of including deterrent information that could assist in addressing ongoing challenges and strengthening the overall effectiveness of the program.

Mayor Flippo highlighted the urgent need for a new animal shelter, encouraged residents to visit the current facility, and urged community members to contact Council to express support despite the anticipated financial cost.

This update was for informational purposes. No action was taken.