Staff says city can handle project reviews; aldermen urged to prepare for Mill Yard phasing discussion

Aldermen asked whether the city is coordinating with nearby property owners and whether the building department has the capacity to keep multiple projects moving simultaneously.

Community Development Director Matt Sullivan said most abutting landowners have been kept informed and that staff have participated in Mill Yard owner discussions; he acknowledged the fence company had not been fully engaged and said the city must reach out again. On staff capacity he said the building department has generally mobilized to support larger projects and that the city offers developers the option of third-party review and inspection to accelerate timelines if the developer chooses to pay for that service.

The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn. Alderman Clemens moved to adjourn the Sept. 22, 2026 special meeting; the clerk called the roll and the motion passed 11–0. The meeting was adjourned at 7:22 p.m.