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Roswell public meetings in 2025

64 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 16, 2025

Public Safety Committee

Committee to consider $300K for dispatch staffing, $57K for software, $119K for computers

The Public Safety Committee will consider three budget adjustments totaling about $476,000 for dispatch operations: $300,000 for temporary staffing, $56,814.56 for software migration, and $119,337.38 for replacement computers. They will also discuss a resolution to demolish one dilapidated structure and consider changes to the fire prevention code. A presentation on flood recovery efforts is scheduled.

Thu Dec 11, 2025

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to vote on $577K real-time crime center software contract

The Roswell City Council will consider a 5-year, $577,147 contract with Axon Enterprise for Fusus real-time crime center software, hardware, and implementation, enabling up to 225 city security cameras and 20 license plate readers to stream into the police department's Real-Time Crime Center. The consent agenda also includes a $1.8 million opioid fund budget adjustment, a $265,988 brush truck purchase, and a 5-year lease for two bunkers at the Roswell Air Center with Aevex Aerospace. A public hearing will be held on Ordinance 25-07 for the sale of real property, and the council will vote on a final plat to replat 5 lots into 8 single-family residential lots.

Tue Dec 9, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning to consider barbershop and subdivision plat

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review several zoning cases, including special use and variance requests. The body will also consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding a subdivision final plat.

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Tue Dec 9, 2025

Airport Advisory Commission

Roswell Airport Advisory Commission to review operations, finances, and projects

The Roswell Airport Advisory Commission will meet on December 9, 2025, to discuss the Air Center Operations Report, including financial updates and a new carrier, as well as the Air Operations Report, project updates (lighting, master plan, taxiway, terminal restrooms, waterline, capital projects, museum taxiway), a 2025 flood damage repair report, terminal expansion RFP, and other routine items. The meeting is informational only; no action will be taken.

Thu Dec 4, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee considers $1.8 million Opioid Fund budget adjustment

The Finance Committee will review several budget adjustments, including funding for public safety equipment and the Roswell Air Center. The body is also considering various contracts for city services and sponsorship requests funded by lodgers' tax.

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Thu Nov 20, 2025

Airport Advisory Commission

Airport Advisory Commission to review operational reports and project schedules

The commission will meet to receive updates on airport operations, security, and airfield conditions. The meeting consists of non-action items, including reports on revenue, expenses, and a list of active infrastructure projects.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025

Special Council Meeting

Council considers legal services for PFAS litigation and two air center leases

The City Council will meet to decide on a legal services contract and a union collective bargaining agreement. The body is also considering two five-year leases for city facilities at the Roswell Air Center.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025

Public Safety Committee

Committee considers $1.8 million Opioid Fund budget adjustment

The Public Safety Committee is reviewing several budget adjustments and equipment purchases for emergency services. The body will also consider a police department lease and the demolition of two structures.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025

Legal Committee

Legal committee to vote on leases and fees at Roswell Air Center

The Roswell Legal Committee will review and recommend action on multiple leases, ordinances, and fee changes at its November 18 meeting. Items include new leases for Aevex Aerospace, the Police Department, and the City Museum at the Roswell Air Center, as well as updates to purchasing procedures and rates for the Air Center.

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Mon Nov 17, 2025

Infrastructure Committee

Committee to vote on $193k mower purchase and Children's Garden project scope

The Roswell Infrastructure Committee will meet to approve minutes from the October 20 meeting and consider several infrastructure-related actions. The committee will review department reports from 12 city divisions, including transit, parks, and wastewater treatment.

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Thu Nov 13, 2025

Regular City Council Meeting

Roswell City Council to consider flood protection ordinance and recovery taskforce

The City Council will hold public hearings on flood damage protection and three liquor license applications. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and the creation of a flood recovery taskforce.

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Wed Nov 12, 2025

Airport Advisory Commission

Airport Advisory Commission to review operations and project schedules

The commission will receive reports on air center operations, including revenue, expenses, and a new carrier update. The meeting includes a review of various infrastructure project schedules and security reports. All listed operational items are categorized as non-action items.

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Thu Nov 6, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to approve flood recovery taskforce and equipment purchases

The Roswell Finance Committee will consider adopting a resolution to create a flood recovery taskforce and approve several budget adjustments for equipment, including two Mini Rescue Pumers and Paladin Drones software. The committee will also review capital projects for the wastewater plant and air center taxiway.

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Tue Nov 4, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission to review special use permit for office at 905 W 19th Street

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to review a request for a Special Use Permit. The commission will also consider the approval of minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting.

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Thu Oct 30, 2025

Special Council Meeting

Council to vote on Roswell Air Center air service development contract

The Roswell City Council will hold a special meeting to consider approving an award for RFP-26-001, a contract for Air Service Development at Roswell Air Center. The meeting follows standard procedural opening ceremonies and public participation rules.

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Thu Oct 23, 2025

Legal Committee

Legal committee to vote on dilapidated structures and taxiway project

The Roswell Legal Committee will meet to discuss routine approvals and several substantive items. The body will consider recommendations on demolishing two dilapidated structures, awarding a $562,347.38 contract for taxiway rehabilitation, and approving a lease for 400 N. Pennsylvania Avenue. Non-action reports from city departments will also be presented.

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Mon Oct 20, 2025

Infrastructure Committee

Committee considers $920,158 purchase for new waste collection trucks

The Infrastructure Committee will consider the purchase of two Battle Sideloader trucks and an award for HVAC systems at the Aquatic Facility. The body will also discuss the design and construction of the South Sunset Road Diet.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

Public Safety Committee

Public Safety Committee to consider police bonuses and equipment funding

The committee will discuss funding for police retention bonuses and drone software. They are also considering a contract for SWAT warehouse renovations and the demolition of two dilapidated structures.

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Mon Oct 13, 2025

Special Council Meeting

Council to review air service and PFAS legal service requests

The Roswell City Council will meet to discuss two specific requests for proposals. The body is considering the scope of work for air service development and legal services related to PFAS.

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Mon Oct 13, 2025

Legal Committee

Legal Committee to review air service and PFAS legal requests

The Legal Committee will meet to discuss the scope of work for air service development and legal services regarding PFAS.

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Thu Oct 9, 2025

Regular City Council Meeting

Roswell City Council to vote on property condemnation and air center leases

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the condemnation of a property at 603 W. Van Buren. The body is also considering multiple leases and infrastructure contracts for the Roswell Air Center, including electrical and paving work for the National Champion Air Races.

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Tue Oct 7, 2025

Airport Advisory Commission

Airport Advisory Commission to review operational and project updates

The commission will receive reports on airport operations, security, and property. The meeting consists of non-action items, meaning no formal decisions are scheduled for the listed reports and project updates.

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Thu Oct 2, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance committee to ratify $499,756.43 in contracts for Air Races upgrades

The Roswell Finance Committee will review and likely ratify several contracts totaling $499,756.43 for upgrades to the National Championship Air Races Grandstands and entry infrastructure. The meeting will also consider budget adjustments for collections storage and a resolution to approve the upcoming fiscal year budget for presentation to the city council.

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Thu Sep 25, 2025

Legal Committee

Legal Committee to consider flood damage protection ordinance and air center leases

The Legal Committee will discuss recommendations for a city code amendment regarding flood damage protection and the demolition of a dilapidated structure. The body is also reviewing several lease agreements and service contracts for city operations.

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Tue Sep 16, 2025

Public Safety Committee

Committee to vote on demolishing dilapidated structure and AI modules for 911 services

The Roswell Public Safety Committee will meet to approve minutes from the prior meeting, consider demolishing one dilapidated structure, and vote on a $58,956 budget adjustment for AI modules to supplement 911 services. The committee will also review monthly reports from dispatch, emergency management, animal services, community development, and police.

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Mon Sep 15, 2025

Infrastructure Committee

Committee considers pavement maintenance for Second Street

The Infrastructure Committee will consider a resolution for the Transportation Project Fund Program to maintain and re-stripe Second Street. The body will also review a contract award for golf merchandise and discuss railroad crossings and road design.

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Thu Sep 11, 2025

Regular City Council Meeting

Roswell City Council to consider pavement maintenance and property cleanup

The City Council will review several pavement maintenance contracts and resolutions regarding property cleanup and structure demolitions. The body will also hold a public hearing on an ordinance regarding the City Auditor appointment.

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Thu Sep 4, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance committee to vote on $1.47M in capital-project budget adjustments and $712K pavement contract

The Roswell Finance Committee will review and act on several budget adjustments and contracts, including a $1.47M capital-project budget adjustment and a $712,746.68 pavement maintenance contract. The meeting will also discuss a lease agreement for property at 400-404 West 2nd Street and 106 N Kentucky, and consider recommendations for lodgers' tax funding requests.

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Fri Aug 22, 2025

Special Council Meeting

Council to vote on auditing rules and $3M sewer lift station contract

The Roswell City Council will meet to decide on two items: a proposed ordinance to amend city auditor appointment rules and the ratification of a $3,003,307.48 contract for sewer lift station replacement. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

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Thu Aug 21, 2025

Legal Committee

Legal Committee to consider demolition of eight dilapidated structures

The Legal Committee will review several contracts and ordinances, including a proposal to remove eight dilapidated structures. The body will also discuss a zoning ordinance and a lease agreement for properties on West 2nd Street and N Kentucky.

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Tue Aug 19, 2025

Public Safety Committee

Public Safety Committee considers demolition of eight dilapidated structures

The Public Safety Committee will consider a resolution regarding the removal or demolition of eight dilapidated structures. The body will also hold a discussion on the S. Sunset Traffic Study and receive monthly reports from city safety departments.

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Mon Aug 18, 2025

Infrastructure Committee

Committee to vote on $2.2M in pavement maintenance and $3M lift station replacement

The Roswell Infrastructure Committee will decide on four purchase orders totaling $2.18M for FY 26 pavement maintenance and a $3.0M contract for a lift station replacement. The meeting also includes non-action discussions on wastewater treatment and traffic studies, plus department reports on transit, fleet maintenance, and solid waste.

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Thu Aug 14, 2025

Regular City Council Meeting

Roswell City Council to consider multi-million dollar airport and ambulance investments

The City Council will review several high-cost infrastructure and emergency service contracts, including airport improvements and a new ambulance fleet. The body will also hold public hearings regarding cannabis zoning, mobile food vendors, and a liquor license.

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Thu Aug 7, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee considers $4.49 million taxiway extension and ambulance fleet purchase

The Finance Committee will review several high-cost infrastructure and emergency service contracts. The body is also considering numerous lodgers' tax funding requests for local events and budget adjustments for flood recovery.

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Tue Aug 5, 2025

Airport Advisory Commission

Airport Advisory Commission to review operations and project updates

The commission will receive reports on air center operations, passenger boarding, and airport security. The meeting includes updates on several construction projects and damage repair reports.

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Thu Jul 24, 2025

Legal Committee

Legal Committee considers $1.78 million purchase for eight new ambulances

The Legal Committee will review recommendations for ambulance service implementation and equipment purchases. The body will also consider the removal of dilapidated structures and a commercial operation application for the Roswell Air Center.

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Wed Jul 23, 2025

Special Council Meeting

Roswell City Council to vote on final 2025–2026 budget

The City Council will consider the final budget for fiscal year 2025–2026 and various budget adjustments. The meeting includes a vote on a union agreement and equipment for the police department.

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Wed Jul 23, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review final 2025-2026 city budget

The Finance Committee is meeting to consider the final budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and the final financial report for the year ending June 30, 2025. The body will also review specific budget adjustments and a police department equipment purchase.

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Mon Jul 21, 2025

Infrastructure Committee

Infrastructure Committee to consider water line project and bus purchases

The Infrastructure Committee will review requests for a large diameter water line replacement project and the purchase of two CDL buses. The body will also consider financial support for FY2027 and solid waste purchasing authorizations.

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Tue Jul 15, 2025

Public Safety Committee

Committee considers funding for RFD ambulance equipment and staffing

The Public Safety Committee will discuss the implementation of the Roswell Fire Department (RFD) ambulance service proposal. Members will consider several purchase orders for medical equipment and emergency staffing. The meeting also includes a resolution regarding the demolition of three dilapidated structures.

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Thu Jul 10, 2025

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to vote on $3.27M wastewater project and $970K fire truck grant

The Roswell City Council will meet on July 10, 2025, to approve routine items, contracts, and resolutions. Key decisions include a $3.27 million wastewater extension project, multiple Air Center infrastructure purchases, and a $970,000 grant application for two fire trucks. The council will also consider budget adjustments, landfill fee increases, and appointments.

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Tue Jul 8, 2025

Airport Advisory Commission

Airport Advisory Commission to set 2025 meeting schedule

The commission will review operational reports and project updates for the Roswell Aircenter. The only action item is the approval of meeting dates for the remainder of 2025.

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Thu Jul 3, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to consider $3.27 million wastewater project award

The Finance Committee will review the FY2027-2031 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan and discuss several contracts for the Roswell Air Center. The body is also considering a new enterprise resource planning system and updates to landfill fees.

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Tue Jul 1, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission to hold public hearing on retail cannabis zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding a retail cannabis zoning case. The body will also consider a request to hold a public hearing for a zoning variance case.

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Thu Jun 26, 2025

Legal Committee

Legal Committee considers $970,000 grant for rescue units

The Legal Committee will review several resolutions and lease agreements. The body is discussing updates to the zoning code and the FY2027-2031 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan.

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Tue Jun 17, 2025

Public Safety Committee

Public Safety Committee to rank FY2027-2031 infrastructure capital projects

The committee will review and rank the Infrastructure Capital Improvement (ICIP) for fiscal years 2027-2031. Members will also receive an update on the Town Plaza Apartments and monthly reports from several city departments.

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Mon Jun 16, 2025

Infrastructure Committee

Committee considers $3.27 million wastewater extension project award

The Infrastructure Committee will consider awarding a wastewater extension contract and a resolution for CDBG funding. Members will also review and rank the FY2027-2031 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan.

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Thu Jun 12, 2025

Regular City Council Meeting

City Council to hold public hearing on real property sale to Amazon

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a purchase and sale contract with Amazon.com Services LLC. The body is also considering several infrastructure contracts, property cleanups, and a new transit fare structure.

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Thu Jun 5, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to consider $7.5 million Hobson Flood Mitigation Project award

The Finance Committee will review several high-value contracts and infrastructure projects. The body is deciding on funding for emergency dispatch staffing, airport improvements, and flood mitigation.

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Wed May 28, 2025

Special Council Meeting

Roswell City Council to consider 2025/2026 preliminary budget

The City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially recommend the adoption of the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2025/2026.

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Thu May 22, 2025

Legal Committee

Legal Committee to consider rules for mobile food vendors and structure demolition

The Legal Committee will discuss recommendations for the removal of two dilapidated structures. The body will also consider recommending a public hearing for an ordinance amending rules for mobile food establishments and itinerant vendors.

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Mon May 19, 2025

Infrastructure Committee

Committee to consider Hobson flood project ($7.5M) and wastewater extension ($2.2M)

The Infrastructure Committee will consider recommending a new fares structure to the Finance Committee and a resolution supporting a Safe Streets and Roads for All grant application. It will also recommend awarding two contracts: the RAC Wastewater Extension Project to White Cloud Pipeline for $2,196,294.83 and the Hobson Flood Mitigation Project to Constructors Inc. for $7,513,529.03. Non-action items include discussions on 2025 CDBG, Holly Loop drainage, golf course fees, and department reports.

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Tue May 13, 2025

Special Council Meeting

Council to receive Comprehensive Master Plan update from consultants

The Roswell City Council will hold a special meeting to receive an update on the Comprehensive Master Plan from Able City consultants. Council members will have the opportunity to provide input on the plan's progress. No other business is scheduled.

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Tue May 13, 2025

Public Safety Committee

Public Safety Committee to vote on demolishing three dilapidated structures

The Roswell Public Safety Committee will consider recommending approval of the scope of work for veterinary services under RFP 25-007 and a resolution to require removal or demolition of three dilapidated structures. The committee will also hear monthly reports from Emergency Management, Animal Services, Community Development, AMR, Police, and Fire departments.

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Thu May 8, 2025

Regular City Council Meeting

Roswell City Council to consider real property sale to Amazon

The City Council will discuss a potential purchase and sale contract with Amazon.com Services LLC. The meeting also includes several high-value contracts for flood recovery and park improvements, as well as a public hearing regarding the vacation of East 9th Street.

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Tue May 6, 2025

Airport Advisory Commission

Airport Advisory Commission to review 5-year capital improvement plan

The commission will meet to receive operational reports and updates on various airfield projects. All listed business items are categorized as non-action items, meaning no formal decisions are scheduled.

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Thu May 1, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to consider $970K columbarium plaza and multiple flood recovery expenses

The Roswell Finance Committee will consider several action items including a $970,104.09 award for the South Park Cemetery Columbarium Plaza, ratification of multiple emergency purchase orders for flood damage recovery at city facilities, and a request for $300,000 in lodgers' tax funding for the National Championship Air Races. The committee will also receive updates on the flood disaster and review the preliminary FY26 budget.

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Thu Apr 24, 2025

Legal Committee

Legal Committee to consider Amazon property sale and AEVEX lease

The Roswell Legal Committee will discuss and possibly recommend action on two key items: a proposed sale of real property to Amazon.com Services LLC and a five-year lease for bunkers at the Roswell Air Center with AEVEX. The committee will also hold a closed session to discuss attorney-client privilege on pending litigation and receive departmental reports for March/April 2025.

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Mon Apr 21, 2025

Infrastructure Committee

Committee considers nearly $1.5 million in park and cemetery contracts

The Infrastructure Committee will consider awarding three construction and electrical contracts for city projects. The body will also discuss transit fares and the Country Club Reservoirs Project.

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Tue Apr 15, 2025

Public Safety Committee

Committee to vote on $345,858 for temp dispatchers, demolish one structure

The Public Safety Committee will consider recommending authorization for a $345,858 purchase order for temporary dispatchers to address staffing shortages at Consolidated Dispatch, including a $286,858 budget adjustment. They will also vote on a resolution requiring the removal or demolition of one dilapidated structure. Monthly reports from emergency management, animal services, fire, police, and other departments are scheduled for discussion.

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Thu Apr 10, 2025

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider 5-year, $496,350 contract with Paladin Drones

At this regular meeting, the Roswell City Council will vote on a consent agenda containing 16 items including leases at the Roswell Air Center, equipment purchases, and resolutions on weeds and demolitions. Separate public hearings will address a street vacation and a zone change appeal for an RV park at 1507 S Sunset Ave. New business includes a five-year contract with Paladin Drones for police drone services and an appointment to the Cemetery Board.

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Thu Apr 3, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to consider $1.58M museum disaster recovery change order

The Roswell Finance Committee is meeting to discuss budget planning, flood disaster updates, and several action items including large purchases and contract approvals. Key decisions include a $1.58 million change order for museum disaster recovery, a 5-year $496,350 drone contract for public safety, and multiple equipment purchases for fire and EMS services.

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Tue Apr 1, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission meets with no listed agenda items

The Roswell Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting on April 1, 2025, but the provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items for decision or discussion. The meeting includes standard notices about public participation and disability accommodations.

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Tue Apr 1, 2025

Airport Advisory Commission

Airport Advisory Commission to hear updates on construction, wind damage, flood repair

The Roswell Airport Advisory Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from February and March 2025, and receive non-action reports. Staff will update commissioners on Air Center and Air operations, the 2023 wind damage claim construction, a list of ongoing projects (including lighting, master plan, apron, taxiway, terminal, waterline, and grandstand work), 2024 flood damage repair, Earl Cummings drainage, airport security, airfield conditions, property, ENMU-R, and NCAR. No votes on new ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

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