Casey reported that Wisconsin DOT plans a 2033 mill-and-overlay on Highway 42; the DOT asked the city to share about $100,000 of the estimated $400,000 preliminary engineering cost (25%); the committee authorized participation and to have the mayor sign the engineering participation agreement.

Beaufort County Transportation Committee chair announced he will not seek another term in January and urged using an $8.6 million surplus for road work; the committee was also briefed on SCDOT Act 177 changes that require a public register of CTC members, project selection criteria and new administrative rules effective July 1, 2027.

National Science Board discusses $30M investment to advance Astro 2020 recommendations in 2024.

City plans to submit funding application for control tower construction by FY 2026.

The city’s legislative advocate presented a draft 2026 agenda that emphasizes public safety funding, requests for state and federal project funding, protection of local revenue tools and airport‑area mitigation. Staff warned federal continuing resolutions could delay earmarks, affecting projects such as Midway Park.

Council discusses urgent infrastructure improvements to qualify for Inflation Reduction Act funding.