Common Council - workshop

The Common Council discussed a range of topics, including a one-year agreement with Excellus for health insurance, a $10 million bond for chlorine conversion at Skaneateles Lake, and the purchase of new vehicles for the Department of Water. Other key items included waivers for competitive bids for various city repairs, street light installations, and amendments to existing ordinances for infrastructure projects. The Council also addressed several police department initiatives, including marketing for officer hiring, chaplain services, and technology upgrades. Additionally, discussions covered sewer rate increases, audit services, property appraisals, cultural festival funds, and a moratorium on battery energy storage systems.