Casey City Council July 7 Meeting Briefs

Police Vehicle Purchase: Casey City Council approved the purchase of a 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe squad car for $54,864 from Mike Chevrolet. The vehicle was budgeted in last year’s appropriations but delivery was delayed until this year.

Return-to-Work Policy: The council approved Ordinance #586 adopting a return-to-work policy for city employees injured on the job. The policy allows workers to remain on payroll with limited duties or temporary assignments until they can fully return to their positions.

Walking Path Phase Two: Council members approved moving forward with the second phase of the city’s walking path project. The total cost is estimated at $117,000, with $40,000 from the Lumpkin Foundation and $30,000 from CIA. The remaining balance will come from ARPA funds, which have $40,000-$50,000 remaining.

Infrastructure Update: Utility Superintendent Shelby Biggs reported that Wallace Construction began sidewalk work on Northeast Street Monday, with completion expected by the end of next week. The project addresses student safety concerns after a previous incident.

Lead Service Line Inventory: The city must notify 520 customers this week about potentially unknown service line materials as part of EPA requirements. Officials have not found any lead service lines but must inform customers whose line materials remain undetermined.

Financial Reports: The council approved June bills paid totaling $934,489.87 and Treasurer Gail Lorton’s collection report of $539,731.08.

July 4th Celebration: Officials reported a successful Independence Day celebration with popular food trucks and well-attended fireworks display. The event featured improved logistics and drew larger crowds than previous years.

Business Improvement Grants: Economic Development Director Tom Daughhetee announced the business improvement grant program will be ready for council approval at the next meeting. The program will offer up to six grants of $25,000 each with a 50% match requirement from applicants.