The Ely City Council convened for a regular meeting on Thursday, Sept. 24, navigating a public hearing on proposed historic districts, addressing emergency abatement actions for property health hazards and approving recreation and infrastructure projects. Councilman Dennis Perea was absent from the meeting. Public hearing over proposed historic districts A central focus … [Read more...] about Ely City Council holds hearing on historic districts, addresses health hazards and approves local trail project
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Ely City Council raises contractor water fees, awards public works contracts
​The Ely City Council approved a rate increase for contractor water usage, awarded public construction contracts and reviewed Community Development Block Grant project proposals during its regular meeting on Thursday, Sept. 10. Council Member Michelle Yeoman was absent. Water rates, construction bids and city business Under Resolution 2026-09, council members established … [Read more...] about Ely City Council raises contractor water fees, awards public works contracts
Ely City Council advances historic district plans, reviews energy projects and approves community events
The Ely City Council addressed historic preservation initiatives, regional energy developments, administrative updates and a slate of special event approvals during its regular meeting on Aug. 27. Historic district preservation and emergency response recognition The council approved moving forward with plans to establish formal historic districts within municipal … [Read more...] about Ely City Council advances historic district plans, reviews energy projects and approves community events
Mayor Robertson shares updates on Ward Fire response, infrastructure and future planning
Mayor Nathan Robertson provided updates on several city departments and on upcoming plans for White Pine County. ​The City of Ely Fire Department, a seven-man crew, was on call for the entire duration of the Ward Fire. The city and crew appreciate the various departments and crews that lent equipment, time and manpower. The extra crews were placed on structural issues. … [Read more...] about Mayor Robertson shares updates on Ward Fire response, infrastructure and future planning
Ely City Council approves staff raises, tackles licensing enforcement and prepares for treasurer transition
At its bi-weekly meeting on Thursday, Aug. 13, the Ely City Council unanimously approved targeted pay increases for key department heads, established a succession plan for the city treasurer and reviewed updates on public safety, business licensing enforcement and regional growth. City personnel and governance The council voted 5-0 to approve $5,000 wage increases for … [Read more...] about Ely City Council approves staff raises, tackles licensing enforcement and prepares for treasurer transition


