By Shannon Wright 

The latest Sibley Town Hall meeting brought good news for the community, with updates on infrastructure projects, grant awards, and an exciting upcoming event.

During the meeting, the Sibley Town Council adopted two resolutions to apply for additional funding to complete the Saltworks Water System Consolidation, an ongoing project that is approaching its final stages. 

In addition, the town has received a $35,000 grant from the Community Water Enrichment Fund, which will go toward the purchase of new radio-read water meters, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in utility management.

The Sibley Volunteer Fire Department also received a significant grant, with $26,060.49 awarded by Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation. These funds will be used to purchase new bunker gear for the department.

In more infrastructure news, contracts were officially signed for upcoming street improvement projects.

Phase I, the Weatherton Street and Jones Street Project, has been awarded to Benton & Brown for $610,288.00.

Phase II, the NE 5th Avenue Project, will be handled by TL Construction at a cost of $197,738.50.

These projects are expected to begin soon.

In addition to all the projects going on, Sibley will host the Small Town Mayors’ Conference on September 24–25, 2025, at the Minden Civic Center. The town is inviting local businesses, individuals, and churches to contribute door prizes such as gift cards, baskets, crafts, or promotional items. Anything to help promote their work and the Sibley community. Anyone interested in donating is encouraged to contact the Sibley Town Hall at 318-377-0345.

With progress on infrastructure, public safety, and community engagement, it’s clear: good things are happening in the Town of Sibley.

Mayor Robert Smart and the Council encourage residents to attend the monthly meetings, held on the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. at the Sibley Town Hall.