Ratify $174,000 in emergency spending and receive February 2023 financial reports
In Plain English
The city activated its Emergency Operations Center in January 2023 and spent $174,000 on tree removal, security services, and hotel rooms without prior council approval. Emergency rules allowed the director to approve these contracts quickly. The council also receives routine monthly reports showing how the city invested its money and overtime costs in February 2023.
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