Informational graphic titled "Council Meeting Quick Bites" summarizing highlights from the July 28 City Council meeting. Topics include a proclamation honoring Chief Gary Stewart's retirement and declaring July 30, 2026, Chief John "Gary" Stewart Appreciation Day, the appointment of Jack Ashton as Interim Police Chief, recognition of Parks and Recreation employee Daniel Trlicek for restoring a City rescue Hummer, and approval of the fifth year of the City's utility rate plan, effective August 1, 2026, to support aging water and sewer infrastructure. The City of Meadows Place logo appears at the bottom.

COUNCIL QUICK BITES | JULY 28, 2026

City of Meadows Place

July 29, 2026

Thank you to those who attended last night’s Council meeting or watched online.

If you couldn’t make it, you can always go back and watch it. You can click here to watch:

https://cityofmeadowsplace.org/government/city-council-live-stream/

Photo of Mayor Audrey St. Germain presenting Police Chief Gary Stewart with a framed proclamation during a City Council meeting. Chief Stewart, wearing his Meadows Place Police Department uniform, holds the proclamation recognizing his retirement and years of service while standing beside the Mayor in the Council Chambers.

Photo of Meadows Place Police Chief Gary Stewart presenting Parks and Recreation employee Daniel Trlicek with a framed Chief's Certificate of Distinguished Volunteer Service. The two shake hands during a City Council meeting while Daniel holds the certificate recognizing his contributions to the Police Department.

**Alt text:** Side view of a black Meadows Place Police Department rescue Hummer parked under a covered structure. The vehicle displays Meadows Place Police markings on the doors and sides and appears freshly restored with a matte black finish.

Comparison chart showing current and new residential utility rates effective August 1, 2026. The table compares water, sewer, surface water conversion, garbage, road use, and utility infrastructure fees, including the dollar amount of each change. A second table shows updated residential sprinkler utility rates, comparing current and new water base and per 1,000 gallon charges effective August 1, 2026.