City Public Service Director Howard Kitko told City Council at their meeting on February 20 that the contractors expect to begin repairs to the Scarff Road Water Tower this summer.

Kitko said he met with the contractors, and they told him that some other communities they serve and have scheduled for the spring may have issues with work being done at that time, so we may be moved up to spring. Kitko said our only issue with spring repairs would be in mid-May when the swimming pool is being filled.

He also said that he is currently inspecting various streets to be included in this year’s street repair projects.

City Finance Director Colleen Harris reported to council that the total revenue for January was $334,887 and total expenses were $416,515. January revenue for the General Fund was $95,832, and $41,548 for the Police Fund.

City Manager Randy Bridge informed council that online utility payments are now up and running. He also warned residents to be wary of third party vendors who may or may not forward your payment to the city in a timely fashion. He said it is best to make your payment directly to the city at http://www.newcarlisle.net.

Resident Matthew Mills addressed council and said that he learned that the city has requested a $250,000 grant for a new fire engine and asked how this would affect the fire levy if it was approved.

Fire Chief Steve Trusty said that the grant request was for a new medic. He said that if the grant was approved and if the levy passed, the department would be able to replace the aging front-line fire truck sooner than previously planned.

The next meeting of the New Carlisle City Council will be on Monday, March 5 at 6:30 p.m. at the Smith Park Shelter House. It will be immediately followed by the annual Town Hall meeting at 7:00. The public is invited to attend.