The Olney City Council met in regular session Monday night and took action on several items:
- Financials: Approved the payment of all presented bills.
- Parks Improvements: Accepted a $110,000 quote to purchase rubber mulch for all park playgrounds.
- Equipment Purchase: Approved a $10,800 quote for a new riding lawn mower from Stanley Mower & Repair.
- Support to Local Groups:
- Increased funding to the Olney Chamber of Commerce by $10,000.
- Approved the annual $2,500 payment to the Greater Wabash Regional Planning Commission.
- Upcoming Events:
- Accepted liquor liability responsibility for the “Shake, Raffle, & Roll Music Festival” set for June 21, 2025, allowing alcohol on public property during the event.
- City Property:
- Agreed to advertise and auction the city-owned property at 207 North Saratoga Street.
- Enterprise Zone:
- Discussed potential incentives—no action taken.
- Project Update:
- Noted progress on downtown infrastructure work, with a projected completion date of July 1st.
- Appointments:
- Matt Kirk appointed to the Olney Library Board.
- Licenses & Approvals:
- Approved a raffle license request.
The meeting ended with a closed session regarding negotiations, property, and personnel matters.
The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 27th, due to the Memorial Day holiday.