The Mount Pleasant City Council met Wednesday evening and approved several ordinances, permits, and resolutions during its regular meeting.
Council members held a public hearing on the amended Fiscal Year 2026 budget before approving the final budget amendment resolution.
The council also approved the sale of property at 403 East Green Street to McGwider Incorporated for $12,500. The property will be used by the Building and Trades Department at the Mount Pleasant Community School District to construct a new home.
Council members approved the second reading of an ordinance increasing solid waste fees from $4.25 to $5.25 per month. City officials said the increase is intended to help offset administrative and operational costs associated with solid waste collection services.
The council also approved several alcohol license renewals along with outdoor sound permits for PFLAG Mount Pleasant and the Henry County Fair. Council members additionally approved a request allowing alcohol sales in McMillan Park during the Henry County Fair July 15th through the 21st.
Under new business, the council approved the first reading of an ordinance allowing ATVs on city streets. Existing ordinances already permit golf carts and UTVs, and officials noted modern ATVs now include additional safety features.
Council members also approved the first reading of a traffic ordinance establishing no parking restrictions along portions of Winfield Avenue and replacing a yield sign with a stop sign at North Perry Street entering Winfield Avenue.
The council also approved a resolution supporting Monroe Street Landing LLC in its application for Workforce Housing Tax Credits tied to a proposed housing development at 1302 East Monroe Street. Plans for the project include thirteen new multi-residential rental units.
Additional discussion during the meeting included updates on the city swimming pool ahead of opening weekend set for this Saturday, May 30, ongoing construction preparation work on Winfield Avenue with the first stage starting June 1 depending on arrival of materials, and a nuisance property located at 412 North Main Street.
The meeting adjourned after public comment. The next regular city council meeting will be Wednesday, June 10 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Administrators’ Conference Room.