The Guthrie Center City Council met in regular session on Monday.
Following a public hearing, the Council approved an amendment to the current fiscal year budget as presented. The Council then heard a report from Guthrie County Sheriff Marty Arganbright regarding the 28E agreement for law enforcement coverage. Arganbright said he has a full staff and they have increased their visibility within the City. He also provided an update on the new jail facility project. It was mentioned that the new building may be delayed until January to be completed.
The Council also heard an update with the new bathhouse at the Guthrie Center Aquatic Center. Parks and Recreation Board President Chris Bunde talked about the recently completed project and that the pool will be open this Saturday for the season. There will also be a grand opening for the new bathhouse on June 19th from 11-12:45pm.
Following a review of the audit bids, the Council approved Feldmann and Company from Carroll to conduct the 2021 fiscal year audit for $6,745.