CARTHAGE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING APRIL 14th, 2026

The Regular Meeting of the Carthage City Council was held Tuesday, April 14 th , 2026, at
City Hall, 538 Wabash Avenue. Mayor Smith called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
Answering to roll call were Aldermen Smith, Roberts, Steinkamp, Long, Biondolino and
Walker. City Treasurer Pam Edris was also present.
A moment of silence was observed for the passing of former Alderman Randy Fleming.
Motion was made by Alderman Walker, seconded by Smith to approve the regular
meeting minutes of March 24 th . All six Aldermen answered “aye” in approval.
Motion was made by Alderman Walker, seconded by Smith to approve the special
meeting minutes of March 26 th . All six Aldermen answered “aye” in approval.
After discussion a motion was made by Alderman Walker, seconded by Roberts to
approve the March budgetary report. All six Aldermen voted “yes”.
Mayor Smith reported to the Council that the Velvet Hanger is open and operating and
has fulfilled their requirements for the TIF Agreement so the City has paid them the
agreed upon amount. He also reported that the City will need to advertise for the Deputy
Clerk position that will be vacant after Alice retires.
Mayor Smith reported that there was some confusion about the reported contribution to
the Carthage Fireworks Fund. To clarify the City will be giving “up to” $10,000 as
needed to reach the desired goal for the Carthage Fireworks. The expected amount
needed should be much closer to $1,000.00.
Mayor Smith reported to the Council that W&S contracting has submitted a pay request
in the amount of $23,750.00 for work on the demolition of 6 residential properties. This
is 50% of the contract amount and he is almost done with the demolition of all six
properties.
Motion was made by Alderman Walker, seconded by Smith to approve payment of
$23,750.00 to W&S contracting for the demolition of 6 residential properties. All six
Aldermen voted “yes”.
City Attorney Tom Hartzell reported on several delinquent properties.
Alderman Smith reported to the Council that the Fire Department will be holding a live
burn training on April 25 th . He also reported that the 2022 Police squad car had a brake
light switch go bad and it was replaced under warranty.

Alderman Smith reported to the Council that Chief Himan would like to send Officer
Bishop to a 40-hour Lead Homicide Investigator course. The training is free but the City
would be responsible for the travel expenses.
Motion was made by Alderman Smith, seconded by Walker to approve sending Officer
Bishop to Lead Homicide Investigator training. All six Aldermen voted “yes”.
Alderman Smith reported to the Council that a permission form has been submitted by
the Strawberry Strut Committee for the annual strawberry strut event on June 6 th .
Motion was made by Alderman Smith, seconded by Roberts to approve the strawberry
strut permission form. All six Aldermen answered “aye” in approval.
Alderman Biondolino reported to the Council that bids for the repairs to City Hall are due
on April 24 th .
After discussion a motion was made by Alderman Walker, seconded by Smith to pay the
March Bills. All six Aldermen voted “yes”.
Alderman Long reported to the Council that a pump failed at the Sewer plant. This was
replaced by a spare pump that was on hand. He also reported that the Street Department
has been working on potholes.
Motion to adjourn by Alderman Walker, seconded by Smith at 8:01 PM
Respectfully submitted,

Scott Roberts
City Clerk