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Sep 23, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Shenandoah City Council Meeting
The council received a presentation regarding potential city website upgrades, emphasizing improvements to resident communication, security, and accessibility. The council approved the scheduling of upcoming meetings for November and December. Additionally, the council authorized a road closure to accommodate the Run for G Foundation race. Finally, the council discussed proposed revisions to the 2026 investment policy, specifically focusing on increasing maturity term limits for certificates of deposit.
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The council received a report from the Tourism Advisory Board highlighting marketing initiatives and the implementation of AI technology on the visitor website. Additionally, a presentation was provided regarding the transition from a general law city to a home-rule municipality. The discussion covered the advantages of increased local autonomy over ordinances, administrative organization, and development powers, as well as the professional management requirements and legal considerations involved in adopting a home-rule charter.
Aug 26, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Shenandoah City Council Council Meeting
The meeting included a presentation from the Piney Woods Film Festival, a proclamation designating Constitution Week, and a discussion regarding the general fund reserve policy, which resulted in the adoption of a 120-day reserve requirement. Additionally, the council conducted a public hearing and subsequently adopted the fiscal year 2026-2027 operating and capital budget, incorporating salary adjustments and various departmental funding allocations.
Aug 5, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Shenandoah City Council Budget Workshop
The council conducted a budget workshop focusing on the 2026 property tax rate calculations, reviewing the implications of the no new revenue rate versus the voter approval rate, and discussed the impact of recent state legislation on property tax exemptions for business personal property. Additionally, the council discussed departmental budgeting practices, including the use of zero-based budgeting, and explored potential cost-saving measures in travel, training, and civic club expenditures.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
