The Public Meeting Index

The Climate and Infrastructure Committee met on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 18:32, with Chair Robin Wansley presiding. Six members were initially present, quorum was established, and Councilmember Warren later joined bringing attendance to seven. The committee approved a consent agenda, held a public hearing, voted to return an ordinance to author, and received and filed three reports. Consent Calendar - Items 2–15 were approved without discussion. They included authorizing easements for the North Second Street bikeway, project designations for the 35th/36th Street reconstruction and University Avenue Northeast Phase One improvements, an agreement with Hennepin County for the Northside Greenway, adoption of special assessment rolls, reduction of a specific assessment, agreements with the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, accepting a bid, a contract amendment, a transportation use agreement, a contract for planning services for the Connecting Camden Rail Crossing Elimination Project, acceptance of a gift from Red Lake Nation College, and referral of the Comcast franchise ordinance. Public Hearing: Water and Sewer Service Line Repair Assessments - No members of the public testified. Staff explained the voluntary special assessment process allowing property owners to spread repair costs over multiple years. Councilmembers Chugtai, Palmasano, and Warren asked about the program’s administration, public health value, and its relation to a forthcoming homeowner insurance program. The committee approved the resolution to levy the assessments by voice vote, apparently unanimous. Discussion Items Commercial and Multifamily Energy Disclosure Repeal Ordinance - Chair Wansley moved to return the item to author, stating that further discussion was needed on maximizing existing resources and exploring complementary state policies. Vice Chair Stevenson seconded. The motion passed 7–0 on a roll‑call vote, effectively stopping the repeal. Right‑Turn Conflicts with Bike Infrastructure - Vice Chair Stevenson explained that a legislative directive report had inventoried signalized intersections where right‑turn‑on‑red creates hazards for cyclists. The report was already available in LIMS. Councilmember Warren asked for clarification about the policy’s intent, and Vice Chair Stevenson responded that the report identifies dangerous locations without imposing a citywide ban. The committee received and filed the report without objection. Zero Waste Funding Mechanism - Nick Gerald, Director of Solid Waste & Recycling, presented a study on organizing commercial collection as the only mechanism that simultaneously provides funding and needed data. He stated that the statutory process requires a minimum of 107 months for implementation and that no funding source could shorten that timeline. Kelly Kish, recycling manager, described current grants and a forthcoming MPCA organics grant application. - Discussion focused on the city’s zero‑waste progress and planned cuts to Climate Legacy Initiative (CLI) funding for zero‑waste programs. Chair Wansley expressed disappointment, stating that the city is not on track to meet its 2027 HERC closure goal and criticized the administration’s lack of prioritization. Director Tim Sexton pushed back, emphasizing the team’s hard work and resource constraints. Councilmembers Palmasano and Stevenson suggested marketing city services to small commercial buildings and pursuing hybrid collection options. Councilmember Chugtai called for stronger state legislative advocacy. The report was received and filed, and multiple staff follow‑ups were requested on topics such as HERC contract exit costs, the designation of a lead department, and state legislation strategies. City Building Decarbonization Plan - Megan Hoy (Director of Climate Equity Action) and Barbara O’Brien (Director of Property Services) reported that the city has achieved 100% renewable electricity for municipal operations and a 67% reduction in operational emissions compared to 2006 levels. They outlined the new PSD‑11 capital program dedicated to decarbonization, a geothermal well system at the Democracy Center, and solar projects including an array at Fire Station One. Vice Chair Stevenson praised the work and noted the small team (two key staff) dedicated to this effort. Chair Wansley highlighted the potential for geothermal to serve surrounding communities and reduce residents’ energy costs. Councilmember Chugtai requested an administrative follow‑up on feasibility and timing of connecting adjacent businesses to the Democracy Center’s geothermal network. The committee received and filed the report. Key Outcomes - Consent calendar (items 2–15): Approved unanimously. - Public hearing (item 1): Approved unanimously. - Energy disclosure repeal (item 16): Returned to author on a 7–0 vote. - Bike‑infrastructure report (item 18): Received and filed. - Zero‑waste report (item 17): Received and filed; directed staff to provide follow‑up responses on multiple questions. - Building decarbonization report (item 19): Received and filed; requested follow‑up on community geothermal connections.

The Board of Public Works of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, met on October 22, 2026, at 4:00 PM in the Common Council Chambers. All eight members (Nickels, Koski, Reed, Alfred, Nycz, Norell, Beeman, Reckelberg) were present. The board approved a storm sewer endwall repair contract, one change order for concrete paving, and five pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects. All motions passed unanimously (8-0). Consent Calendar - Agreement with MC Excavating, LLC: Approved a contract for $12,900.00 to repair a storm sewer endwall at Waldo Blvd. and Fleetwood Dr. (Motion by Nycz, seconded by Beeman). - Change Order No. 2 for Vinton Construction Company: Approved a change order for $51,710.00 for the 2026 Concrete Paving Program (WS-26-1). The change was necessary to add work on the other lane in coordination with MPU's water main replacement to meet the timeline. A board member noted that the related cog request had a not-to-exceed amount of $50,000 (or $55,000 per transcript), but the change order itself was $51,710; the board proceeded with approval. (Motion by Nycz, seconded by Reckelberg). - Pay Estimates: Approved five pay estimates totaling $132,712.85: - Lakeland Landscape, Inc. – Tree Planting for Parks (Est. 1 & Final): $18,750.00 - RA Smith – Franklin Street Reconstruction (Est. 7): $22,284.50 - AECOM – 2020-2021 Former Town of Newton Gravel Pit (Est. 25): $52,006.11 - Foth Infrastructure & Environmental, LLC – Sanitary Sewer Master Plan (Est. 3): $19,489.40 - Bob Braun Excavating, LLC – Reconstruct Asphalt Roadway to River Heights Lift Station (Est. 1): $20,182.84 (Motion by Nycz, seconded by Norell). Other Business - Contractor's Payroll Affidavits: None submitted. - Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 4:03 PM. (Motion by Nycz, seconded by Reed).

The Rules and Legislation Committee of the Oakland City Council met on Thursday, October 22, 2026. The meeting began at 10:31 a.m., just after the posted 10:30 a.m. start time, in the City Council Chamber, 3rd Floor, Oakland City Hall. Council President Kevin Jenkins chaired the meeting. Councilmembers Rowena Brown and Janani Ramachandran were present at roll call; Councilmember Carroll Fife was excused and arrived at 10:33 a.m. The committee approved minutes, the outstanding-items schedule, two new scheduling items, and the draft agenda and pending-list review, with all votes unanimous. Approval of Draft Minutes (Item 1) - A motion by Councilmember Brown, seconded by Councilmember Ramachandran, approved the draft minutes of the October 8, 2026 committee meeting. The vote was 3 ayes (Brown, Ramachandran, Jenkins); Councilmember Fife was excused. Determination of Schedule of Outstanding Committee Items (Item 2) - A motion by Councilmember Ramachandran, seconded by Councilmember Brown, approved the Rules and Legislation Committee pending list as presented. The vote was 3 ayes; Councilmember Fife was excused. New Scheduling Item 3.1 - Minimum Wage Ballot Measure - The City Clerk requested scheduling of the certified initiative petition for the Oakland Living Wage For All Act of 2026. Under Rule 24, election matters move directly to the City Council. - The proposed package includes a resolution accepting the certification of the petition examination results and, under California Elections Code Section 9215, requires the City Council to choose one of three options: - Adopt without alteration an ordinance increasing Oakland's minimum wage to $30 for Oakland employees by July 1, 2037, among other provisions; - Submit the initiative to voters at the next general municipal election on November 7, 2028, or at a special election held 88-103 days after the call of the election; or - Order a report on the measure's effects under Elections Code Section 9212, to be presented to the City Council within 30 days on the December 1, 2026 non-consent agenda. New Scheduling Item 3.2 - Data Center Moratorium Report and Extension - The committee considered scheduling a state-required written report under Government Code Section 65858, subdivision (d), due within 35 days of the October 6, 2026 approval of the 45-day interim emergency moratorium (Interim Emergency Ordinance No. 13899 C.M.S.). The report would describe measures taken to alleviate the conditions that led to the moratorium and include appropriate CEQA findings. - The committee also considered scheduling an interim emergency ordinance to extend the temporary moratorium on approvals of land use entitlements and agreements for data center development or operation in Oakland for 10 months and 15 days. - Both pieces were requested for the November 10, 2026 special City Council agenda as a public hearing, using Rule 24 to bypass committee review because of state-law deadlines. Public Comments & Testimony - Tonisha Scott, a member leader of One for Wage, thanked the committee for taking up the living wage for all measure and following the law. She said a colleague, Miss Edwards of District 3's Acorn Project, could not attend because she does not earn $30 an hour and must work as many hours as her employer offers; Ms. Scott lives in District 7, earns more than $30 an hour, and was attending on her day off to advocate for workers. She stated that Oakland workers deserve a living wage and asked the committee to meet with the coalition. - The chair noted two speaker cards for this item; only Ms. Scott's remarks appear in the transcript. Review of Draft Agendas, Pending Lists, and Committee Meetings (Item 4) - The committee reviewed the October 27, 2026 committee agendas, the October 29, 2026 Rules and Legislation Committee agenda, pending lists, and the draft November 5, 2026 agenda, noting that November 3, 2026 is canceled for the election. - Michael Ford of the Department of Transportation requested that item 3 on the October 27 Public Safety Committee agenda be withdrawn and rescheduled to the November 17 Public Safety Committee meeting; he said Chair Wong supported the request by email. - A motion by Councilmember Brown, seconded by Councilmember Ramachandran, approved item 4 as amended. The vote was 4 ayes (Brown, Fife, Ramachandran, Jenkins). Key Outcomes - Item 1 approved, 3-0 with one excused. - Item 2 approved, 3-0 with one excused. - Item 3 (both the minimum wage and data center scheduling items) approved as submitted, 4-0. - Item 4 approved as amended, 4-0, including withdrawal and rescheduling of the Public Safety Committee item to November 17, 2026. - Open Forum had no speakers, and the meeting adjourned.

The Public Safety and Neighborhood Services Committee (Chair Danny Sauter, Vice Chair Supervisor Mahmood, Supervisor Alan Wong) met on October 22, 2026. The user-provided timestamp indicates a 6:15 PM start time, though the transcript opens with "Good morning," a noted discrepancy. All four agenda items received unanimous committee approval. Consent Calendar Odd Fellows Liquor License (26 7th Street, File 260896): The committee approved a Type 48 on-sale general public premises license transfer to Ramosa LLC (Oddfellows) in District 6. SFPD Officer Brendan Erickson reported zero letters of protest or support. The location is in a high crime area plot (208) but low concentration census tract (176.04). Conditions include noise compliance with the Entertainment Commission, loitering prevention, and litter maintenance. The applicant affirmed compliance. Approved 3-0 and directed to full Board with positive recommendation. T&T Supermarket Liquor License (2675 Geary Boulevard, File 260911): The committee approved Type 21 off-sale general and Type 86 educational tasting license transfers to TNT Supermarket US Inc. in District 2. Officer Erickson reported zero letters of protest or support. The location is in a low crime area plot (726) but high concentration census tract (157.02). Conditions include loitering prevention, litter maintenance, graffiti removal within 72 hours, and inspection access. Representative Caitlin Sheber (Ruben Junius & Rose) spoke in support, noting the November 4, 2026 grand opening. Approved 3-0 and directed to full Board for October 27 meeting. Public Comments & Testimony SFUSD School Assignment Resolution (File 260891): - Wing Wong (CPAC member, public school parent) expressed full support for predictable zone-based assignment, noting the Board of Education's October 13 neighborhood assignment direction. - Ruben Diaz (SFUSD parent of two) expressed support for local schools but raised concerns about continued segregation, citing a 2022 San Francisco Chronicle finding that 59 of 99 schools are highly segregated. He questioned why reading and math goals were extended from 2027 to 2028. Street Tree Hearing (File 260749): - ADA accommodation speaker (native San Franciscan of 50+ years) described buckled sidewalks as "imminent hazards hiding in plain sight" and a "minefield," arguing the human toll outweighs economic development priorities. - Mark Gleason (Teamsters Joint Council 7) supported a healthy urban forest but emphasized workplace safety requires timely tree maintenance, stating that DPW commitments after a mayor-directed stakeholder meeting have not resolved the permitting backlog. - Catherine Burton (14-year Sunset homeowner) described paying $1,000 (2020) and $1,500 (2023) out of pocket to prune three street trees after the city's schedule pushed maintenance to 2025, then receiving a cease-and-desist letter. DPW has not returned her calls. - Judy Hiromoto (Crocker Amazon resident) described tripping on a damaged sidewalk in 2022, suffering a concussion requiring physical therapy. Despite two years of 311 calls and threatening a lawsuit, the sidewalk remains unrepaired. - Balboa Street property owner described four New Zealand Christmas trees (planted 1980s) maintained every 18 months before Prop E (2016). After the city assumed responsibility, eight years passed before any city pruning occurred in 2024. Discussion Items SFUSD Zone-Based Student Assignment Resolution (File 260891): Supervisor Wong introduced the resolution, sharing his personal experience as a student bused from the Sunset to the Haight despite living across from Jefferson Elementary. He noted the Board of Education's October 13 vote advancing a neighborhood-based elementary framework but stressed that formal adoption and implementation for 2028-2029 remain uncertain. Supervisor Wong's amendments, reflecting the vote and strengthening implementation deadlines, passed 3-0. The amended resolution was forwarded to the full Board (November 3 agenda). Street Tree Pruning and Sidewalk Repair Hearing (File 260749): Supervisor Wong called the hearing citing resident frustrations with overgrown trees and unrepaired sidewalk damage. David Moore, Superintendent of the Bureau of Urban Forestry, presented: - Forest Management: The Bureau manages 125,000 street trees. A first-ever LIDAR inventory is 50-60% complete, expected by end of October 2026. - Pruning Program: Street Tree SF (Prop E, 2017) aimed for 3-5 year pruning cycles. The first citywide cycle took 10 years due to deferred maintenance, pandemic setbacks, and logistical learning. The first round is on track to complete by end of calendar year 2026. FY 2025-26 set a record at 14,855 trees pruned; 9,590 pruned so far in FY 2026-27. The Bureau plans a regional approach (1/5 of the city annually) for the next cycle. - Sidewalk Repair: Over 100,000 square feet repaired last fiscal year. Lifts under 2 inches are "shaved" (quick, low-cost, less invasive); more severe damage requires full replacement. A first-ever citywide tree-related sidewalk damage evaluation contract (GIS/photography) will start soon, taking 18 months. - Staffing: Critical vacancies — 10 arborist technicians, 4 of 8 inspector positions filled, 9 cement masons, and a lost contract manager position. The Bureau has approval to hire 3 inspectors and seeks 2 more, but faces lengthy citywide hiring timelines. - Service Requests: 3,386 open pruning/clearance requests and 4,362 open damaged/hazardous tree requests (per Fair Trees advocacy group research cited by Chair Sauter). Duplicate 311 requests are closed to manage backlog metrics, causing resident confusion. Supervisor Focus Areas: - Supervisor Wong emphasized communication gaps, the need for a public pruning schedule map, permit streamlining for residents willing to self-fund, and coordination between tree maintenance and infrastructure repairs. He asked Public Works to identify the 2-3 most impactful changes and needed Board support. - Supervisor Mahmood highlighted senior safety in Japantown and Western Addition, requested data on lawsuit payouts from sidewalk injuries (DPW to follow up), and pressed for funding/staffing gap identification for the next budget cycle. - Chair Sauter noted the systemic pattern of staffing vacancies across DPW (entire units 25-50% vacant for years), contrasted the responsive 311 model with proactive needs, and requested a public-facing pruning schedule map. Key Outcomes - Item 1 (Odd Fellows liquor license): Approved 3-0 for full Board with positive recommendation. - Item 2 (TNT Supermarket liquor license): Approved 3-0 for full Board (October 27 agenda) with positive recommendation. - Item 3 (SFUSD assignment resolution): Amended and approved 3-0 for full Board (November 3 agenda) with positive recommendation. - Item 4 (Street Tree hearing): Heard and filed 3-0. Supervisor Wong committed to follow-up on improvements, resource needs, and policy changes. Chair Sauter requested a public pruning schedule map.

The Bainbridge Island Planning Commission convened on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 6:00 PM. Chair Chris Garcia presided, with Vice Chair Sarah Blossom and Commissioners John Sandage, Alex Brutholm, Alexander Coston, and Ben Dinas (arrived late) present. Commissioner Peter Schau was absent and excused. The primary agenda items included a public hearing on Ordinance 2026-15 (updating the Bainbridge Island Municipal Code for state law consistency) and a status report on the Comprehensive Plan, Winslow Subarea Plan, and implementing development regulations. A significant procedural error regarding the state's environmental review checklist dominated the public hearing, leading to its continuance. Consent Calendar - Approved the meeting agenda as presented. - Approved the meeting minutes from October 8, 2026, as presented. Public Comments & Testimony Ordinance 2026-15 Public Hearing: - Don Janelle (Resident): Raised a procedural objection, providing evidence that the Determination of Non-Significance (DNS) for Ordinance 2026-15 was published in the newspaper and on the city website but was not submitted to the state's CEPA (SEPA) register as required by WAC 197-11-340. He presented email correspondence from the state's SEPA coordinator confirming no record of the DNS existed as of October 22. Janelle argued this makes the DNS issuance date legally invalid and reserved the right to appeal, noting the $530 cost for citizens to formally challenge such procedures. - Lisa Neal (Resident): Echoed concerns about the procedural error creating a "messy record" that prevented informed public comment. She stated a position that the ordinance represents a "50% upzone island wide" and raised concerns about insufficient land capacity, sewer, and groundwater analyses. She suggested the commission recommend deferring the ordinance. (Staff later clarified this characterization pertains to a different ordinance, 2026.05, and that 2026-15 addresses separate state-mandated code updates). - David Schutz (Resident): Asserted that this failure to upload the DNS was not an isolated incident, citing an independent investigation into past procedural issues. He also commented that frequent public commenter Stephen Hoskins is a professional advocate from an out-of-state institute, urging the commission to weigh his testimony accordingly. Discussion Items Item 6A - Public Hearing on Ordinance No. 2026-15: - Presentation: Senior Planner Jennifer Sutton presented the ordinance as a set of discrete, unrelated code changes required for state law compliance. These included updates to permit review timelines, building conversions for residences in all residential zones, the definition of wetland, and the definition of "family" for fair housing compliance. - Procedural Issue & Response: Interim Planning Director Emily Terrell acknowledged the error of failing to upload the DNS and checklist to the state's Secure Access Washington site, taking full responsibility. She assured the commission it would be re-noticed and uploaded immediately, emphasizing that the SEPA comment period extends until council adoption on December 8, 2026. She stressed the ordinance is a recommendation to the council and is largely state-mandated. - Commission Deliberation: Commissioner Sandage emphasized the importance of "square corners" and a clean record, proposing the hearing be continued. After discussion, a motion to continue the public hearing to the November 12, 2026 meeting was made, seconded, and passed unanimously to allow for proper document submission and public review. Item 6B - Status Report on Comp Plan, Winslow Subarea Plan, & Dev. Regulations: - Director's Report: Emily Terrell confirmed the project is on schedule. The FEIS draft is expected by November 6. The City Council selected the Preferred Alternative on October 13: the September 2026 Land Capacity Analysis (LCA) assumptions with a mandatory inclusionary zoning (MIZ) program. Final Winslow Subarea Plan draft is expected by December 1. - Key Data: Citywide 2044 Targets (from 2020 baseline): 1,977 housing units, 4,500 people, 1,927 jobs. Preferred Scenario (Sept LCA with MIZ): Creates an estimated 237 new affordable housing units (reducing the overall affordable deficit to 902 units). Provides a surplus of 16 units for the 81-120% AMI band. Total likely net new dwelling units: 1,650 within Winslow, 3,500 city-wide. Total likely net new jobs: 3,042 city-wide. - Discussion: Commissioner Dinas asked clarifying questions on interpreting the deficit data in the presentation tables. Item 7 - Good of the Order: - Council Liaison Laura Lanton reported that the Design Review Board (DRB) will be contacting the Planning Commission to discuss recent state laws limiting their review authority and a potential effort to codify design standards into objective, enforceable codes. Key Outcomes - Public Hearing Continued: The public hearing for Ordinance 2026-15 was unanimously continued to the Planning Commission meeting on November 12, 2026, to allow for proper re-notice and public access to all SEPA documents. - Procedural Correction: Staff committed to immediately uploading the DNS and SEPA checklist to the state's CEPA register and re-noticing the DNS in the newspaper. - Comp Plan Timeline Confirmed: The project is on schedule for council adoption on December 8, 2026, with the September LCA with MIZ as the preferred alternative. - Future Discussion: The commission expects to engage with the Design Review Board regarding design review authority and potential code codification. - Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 7:08 PM.

The Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee met on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 1:45 PM in Committee Room 2027 of the Wayne K. Curry Administration Building in Largo, Maryland. Chair Edward Burroughs, Vice Chair Timothy Adams, and Council Member Jolene Ivey were present; Council Members Wala Blegay and Krystal Oriadha were excused. Council Member Olson also attended. The committee considered three resolutions, all of which were recommended favorably to the County Council. Discussion Items CR-100-2026: Assistant State’s Attorneys Exempt Employees Salary Schedule - Overview: This resolution amends the County salary plan to provide modified pay rates and benefits for certain exempt employees of the State’s Attorney’s Office for Fiscal Years 2025, 2026, and 2027. It includes a 2% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) and merit increases for eligible employees, as determined by the County Executive. - Fiscal Impact: The Office of Management and Budget reported an adverse fiscal impact of approximately $86,551 in additional expenditures for Fiscal Year 2027 due to COLAs and merit payments. - Testimony: The State’s Attorney (not named in the transcript) spoke in support, stating that recruiting and retaining talented prosecutors is essential to protecting county residents. He noted that a new salary structure adopted in November 2024 did not include COLAs for Fiscal Years 2025 and 2026, and requested approval for the COLAs and discretion to provide retention bonuses. He emphasized the difficulty of retaining attorneys due to salary levels. - Legal Review: The Office of Law found the resolution legally sufficient. - Vote: A motion by Council Member Ivey, seconded by Vice Chair Adams, to recommend favorably carried 3-0 (Burroughs, Ivey, Adams in favor; Blegay and Oriadha absent). CR-104-2026: School Facilities Surcharge Partial Waiver for Flats at Glenridge Station - Overview: This resolution approves a partial (50%) waiver of the school facilities surcharge for all 245 residential units in the “Flats at Glenridge Station” project. The project is 100% affordable housing: 219 units for households earning 60% of Area Median Income (AMI) and 26 units for households earning 50% of AMI. - Fiscal Impact: Based on Fiscal Year 2025 rates, the waiver would reduce revenue by $1,463,875 (of a total $2,972,750). Based on Fiscal Year 2027 rates ($12,680 per unit), the waiver would be $1,553,300 (of $3,106,600 total). - Testimony: Committee staff explained the capital stack and extensive underwriting by HRNA, county DHCD, and state partners, confirming these surcharge waivers are needed to make the project financially viable due to interest rate impacts, inflation, and construction costs near the Purple Line. Vice Chair Adams asked how the county could ensure the savings reduce construction costs rather than increase developer profit. Staff responded that the developer’s fee is subordinated, and all loans and equity are paid before the developer receives a fee. Adams also advocated for universal accessibility, noting only 5% of units are designated for mobility impairments, and urged moving toward all units being fully accessible. - Legal Review: The Office of Law found the resolution legally sufficient. - Vote: A motion by Council Member Ivey, seconded by Vice Chair Adams, to recommend favorably carried 3-0 (Burroughs, Ivey, Adams in favor; Blegay and Oriadha absent). CR-105-2026: Public Safety and Behavioral Health Surcharge Full Waiver for Flats at Glenridge Station - Overview: This resolution approves a full waiver of the public safety and behavioral health surcharge for all 245 residential units in the same project. - Fiscal Impact: Based on Fiscal Year 2025 rates, the loss of revenue would be $791,105. Based on Fiscal Year 2027 rates ($3,429 per unit), the full waiver would total $840,105. - Testimony: Chair Burroughs made a motion for favorable recommendation, highlighting that this is the first affordable housing project near the Purple Line and that such waivers help prevent gentrification and displacement, ensuring the Purple Line benefits all residents. - Legal Review: The Office of Law found the resolution legally sufficient. - Vote: A motion by Chair Burroughs, seconded by Council Member Ivey, carried 3-0 (Burroughs, Ivey, Adams in favor; Blegay and Oriadha absent). Key Outcomes - All three resolutions (CR-100-2026, CR-104-2026, and CR-105-2026) were recommended favorably to the full County Council by unanimous 3-0 votes, with two members excused. - The committee heard no public testimony during the meeting. - The meeting was adjourned after the final vote.

The Health and Hospital Corporation (HHC) Board of Trustees met on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The meeting featured the approval of routine consent agenda items, the introduction of two public health ordinances, and the unanimous reappointment of the Executive Director. Board members also voted to approve a governance, risk, and compliance software RFP and received comprehensive operational updates from HHC divisions including Eskenazi Health, the Marion County Public Health Department, Indianapolis EMS, and long-term care facilities, alongside reports from board committees. Consent Calendar - September 18, 2026, board meeting minutes. - Treasurer and CFO report including September 2026 cash disbursements. - Medical staff appointments, reappointments, and changes to privileges. - Medical staff policies 700-24 (Guidelines for Performance of Sterilization Procedures) and 700-79 (Tissue Specimen Review Program). - Outcome: Approved unanimously (6-0). Discussion Items - General Ordinance 3-2026 (Food Safety): Presenter Tara Townsend, Supervisor for Food and Consumer Food Safety at MCPHD, stated the ordinance amends Chapter 8 of the HHC Code to align with a statewide mobile licensing phase effective January 1, 2027. The ordinance was read by title for the first time. - General Ordinance 4-2026 (Body Art Facilities): Presenter Gretchen Quirk, Supervisor of Water Quality and Hazard Material Management at MCPHD, explained the ordinance amends Chapter 17, clarifying definitions of parental consent and documentation requirements for minors receiving tattoos or body piercings. The ordinance was read by title for the first time. - Resolution 9-2026 (Reappointment of Executive Director): A motion to approve the reappointment of the CEO/Executive Director to a four-year term beginning January 1, 2027, with salary stated in the resolution, was made by Trustee Hanafee and seconded by Trustee O'Brien. Future salary adjustments are to be determined annually by the board. Outcome: Approved unanimously (6-0). - Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Software RFP (SAI 360): Chief Compliance Officer Lisa Taylor reported that approximately 60% of the compliance department's time is currently spent on manual, non-core activities. The formal RFP recommended SAI 360. Director of Supplier Engagement Felicia Roseburg noted SAI 360 submitted the lowest bid and included commitments to local and XBE spend. The three-year commitment is expected to replace over $120,000 in annual expenses and provide an estimated $212,000 to $420,000 in efficiency value across HHC. Outcome: Approved unanimously (6-0). - Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center Advisory Board Bylaws: Dr. Ashley Overly presented two amendments from a routine review: simplified language defining the center, and formally defining the CEO as an ex-officio member of the advisory board. Outcome: Approved. CEO Report (Paul) - Paul reported that the City-County Council passed the 2027 budget unanimously. The budget now goes to the state's DLGF for approval and accounts for anticipated financial challenges in 2027. - HHC is exploring the acquisition of additional skilled nursing facilities using a joint venture model (similar to the Fifth Third Bank building partnership with Healthcare Realty) to lower long-term operational costs. - The HHC Police Department headquarters at the old Chase Bank building in The Meadows is substantially complete, with dispatch set to relocate from Eskenazi Health shortly. Bond issuances have been approved, and work will begin with IEMS to identify locations for new standalone ambulance bases. - Renovation and construction of the first floor of the Fifth Third Bank building will commence soon, alongside the ongoing med spa project. CFO Report & Strategic Plan Committee Report (James Simpson) - Through September 2026, the General Fund shows an $8.5 million decrease in fund balance, $12.1 million favorable to the budgeted $25 million deficit. The year-end deficit is projected at $18.2 million. Personal services and miscellaneous revenues are favorable to budget. Eskenazi is expected to request the full $50 million in capital support before year-end. - Resolution 10-2026, the annual investment policy review with no proposed changes, will be presented for adoption in November. A new policy is expected in early 2027. - The October 6 Strategic Plan Committee meeting introduced an updated scorecard summary using a three-tiered action categorization. The clinical and health outcomes category showed five green and two yellow scores. Enhancing access and growth had two red metrics related to patient volumes and revenues not increasing at projected pace. Sustainability had two red metrics related to Eskenazi revenue challenges and IEMS first-year turnover rate. Compliance & Internal Audit Report (Lisa Taylor) - The October 6 committee session discussed completed 2026 internal audit projects. Details on seven proposed audits for 2027 were presented based on a joint risk assessment. The top 20 compliance issues were identified for 2027 auditing with no overlap in internal audit coverage. Cultural Excellence Committee Report (Dr. Kimberly McIntyre-Jones & Felicia Roseburg) - The Connected Culture Workshop reached 264 participants across 19 sessions in Q2 2026, with expansion planned to primary care health center sites. Facilitator leadership development is also underway. - Total applicable supplier spend for Q2 2026 was $78,542,066.60. The year-to-date diverse spend through Q2 was $12,536,938.94, achieving 15.96% against a 27% overall goal. Public Health Report (Dr. Virginia Caine) - Dr. Caine summarized the REACH grant (72 food pantries assisted), the Produce Rx program (772 completers showing reductions in A1C and blood pressure, all low-income and nutrition insecure), and the Fresh Bucks SNAP matching program (creating a $48,000 local economic impact in 2025 from 30 growers averaging $374 per person in additional revenue). - She reported 45 measles cases in Indiana (none in Marion County) and emphasized vaccination given exposures at hospitals, shopping centers, and zoos. Flu activity at 2.4% is spiking earlier than last year's 1.78% rate for the same period, with 96% of cases being Influenza A. She strongly encouraged vaccination. Eskenazi Health Committee Report (Dr. Lisa Harris) - Dr. Harris introduced Dr. Sara Fortin Arazzo as the new CEO of Eskenazi Health Center, effective immediately. Dr. Arazzo, previously CMO of the health center for seven years, was praised for her role in doubling primary care visits to over 450,000. - The committee focused on the strategic evolution of the Epic EHR system, including the acceleration of major enhancements to a three-month cycle and an overarching AI strategy. Project Connect, a patient access and navigation initiative, has shown a 34% increase in specialty appointments scheduled and a reduction of over 1,300 provider basket messages. - The Quality Committee reported the Level 1 Trauma Center maintains strong national benchmarking outcomes with no American College of Surgeons criteria deficiencies. A partnership with Quitnow Indiana has generated 230 referrals and 40 patient enrollments (17.4%) for tobacco cessation since February 2026. Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center Report (Dr. Ashley Overly) - The transition of the East 16th Street Clinic from Community Fairbanks Behavioral Health to the Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center is complete. An Eskenazi Health Pharmacy will open at this location in mid-November. - A new mobile van for the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team has been acquired, equipped to provide clinical and nursing services (blood draws, vitals, injections) directly in the community. Indianapolis EMS Report (Chief Chuck Ford) - Year-to-date through October 15, 2026, IEMS has made 109,800 responses (average of 384 per day), transported 82,500 people, and driven over 1.4 million miles. The Mobile Integrated Health team has had 877 encounters with 417 unique patients. - The Blood Medic program has reached 57 field transfusions, and an additional vehicle will be added next year. A total of 17 new recruits will graduate this week, and two new ambulances were recently put into service. Long-term Care Report (Julie White) - HHC quality review staff have completed 152 on-site visits through September. The September average daily census was over 6,000 residents at 79% facility occupancy, with individual occupancies ranging from 31% to 97%. - Todd Dickey Nursing and Rehabilitation received the American Health Care Association (AHCA) Gold Award. Key Outcomes - Consent Agenda: Approved unanimously (6-0). - Resolution 9-2026 (Reappointment of Executive Director): Approved unanimously (6-0). - GRC Software RFP (SAI 360): Approved unanimously (6-0). - Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center Advisory Board Bylaws: Approved. - General Ordinances 3-2026 (Food Safety) and 4-2026 (Body Art Facilities): Introduced for first reading. Public hearings and adoption scheduled for the November 17, 2026, board meeting. - Resolution 10-2026 (Investment Policy): To be presented for consideration at the November 2026 board meeting. - Next Meeting: The next regular board meeting is scheduled for November 17, 2026. Board members were requested to attend in person.

City Council At-Large Member Matt Carluccia convened a special workshop on October 22, 2026, to discuss the N7 Publix and Pearl Square development downtown. Joined by Councilmember Peluso (District 7), the meeting featured presentations from the development team (Gateway Jacks) and the Downtown Investment Authority (DIA). The purpose was to build understanding and support for the proposed incentives for the project, which includes a Publix grocery store, apartments, and other mixed-use components. Discussion Items - Councilman Carluccia opened with extended remarks emphasizing the transformative potential of the billion-dollar Pearl Square development, which he called one of the most important opportunities for downtown in his lifetime. He defended the need for public incentives, explaining that development costs downtown are higher due to aging infrastructure, and that incentives attract private investment that expands the tax base for the entire city. He acknowledged the difficulty of conveying this to residents and urged passage of the legislation in November. - Councilman Peluso echoed support, sharing his personal experience living in other cities with vibrant downtowns and stressing that downtown investment is crucial for retaining talent and competing with other Southeastern cities. - Cindy Trimmer (development team) provided background on the project timeline, starting in 2023, and explained that the incentive request (a completion grant) was thoroughly analyzed with over 12 permutations before settling on the current proposal. - Brian Maul (CEO, Gateway Jacks) detailed the scope: nine blocks, over a billion dollars in total investment, with only 7% of total development costs from city incentives. He noted that no incentives have been paid out yet, as they are tied to completed buildings. He projected over 1,250 residential units (2,500-3,000 new residents), 200,000 sq ft of retail (including 35,000 sq ft Publix), 100,000 sq ft of office, two hotels, and an acre of open space. - Colin Tarbert (CEO, DIA) affirmed DIA's underwriting, which projects a return of 1.1 to 1.45 times on the investment from property tax alone, and called the N7 block the linchpin for downtown revitalization. The development team also cited a UNF economist (Dr. Gallo) who confirmed their analysis showing that grocery stores in urban walkable areas increase property values by 4-7% within half a mile, translating to $335 million in additional property tax revenue over 30 years for the city. They added that the completion grant for N7 is intended to be the last such grant from the general fund. Key Outcomes - No formal votes were taken; the meeting served as an informational workshop aimed at the media, the public, and absent council members. - Councilman Carluccia committed to sending his remarks to colleagues and encouraged them to support the project. - Councilman Peluso noted the importance of the project to his downtown district and urged approval. - The development team reiterated that Project N7 is critical to unlocking future private development downtown without further general fund support.

The Saint Paul City Council met on October 22, 2026, to address a full agenda highlighted by a resolution establishing a coordinated response to unsheltered homelessness, the amendment of a commercial development district ordinance, and several public hearings on grants and projects. The council also officially declared October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and approved the appointment of a new Ward 5 legislative aide. (Note: The published agenda for this meeting was dated October 21, 2026.) Consent Calendar - The council approved the bulk of the consent agenda (Items 5-22) in a single vote, pulling Items 16 and 22 for separate discussion. The approved consent items included liquor license approvals for Asian Flame, Khue's Kitchen, and Yoerg Brewing Company; accepting technical rescue equipment; authorizing water revenue bonds and grant anticipation notes; settling the Historic Summit Avenue lawsuit; approving labor agreements; and authorizing a legislative hearing for vacant building registration fees. Public Comments & Testimony - RES 26-1771 / West 7th Arts District Grant (Item 16): Tim Reardon, representing the West 7th Ford Road Federation, described the Color the Corridor Project. He stated the $25,000 Ward 2 Neighborhood STAR grant would fund license agreements with 15 local artists for banners on light posts, describing it as the largest outdoor art gallery of its type in the country. - RLH VO 26-45 / 855 Third Street East (Item 36): Property owner Paris Getty spoke to her appeal for an extension on a condemnation order. She cited serious personal health issues (a 70-day hospitalization following a stroke) and a difficult tenant situation as reasons for her inability to complete repairs, requesting an extension until the end of January 2027. Discussion Items - Coordinated Response to Unsheltered Homelessness (RES 26-1765 – Version 2): Councilmembers unanimously supported the resolution establishing a three-phase blueprint for the city. Council President Noecker framed it as a necessary step, calling for better systems instead of looking away. Councilmember Kim argued that encampment evictions "have failed all of us," citing a $440,000 cost for a previous sweep and a count of 410 people at a single encampment. Councilmember Johnson detailed the strategy: a 60-day strategic investment period with a navigation tent, a temporary six-month low-barrier winter shelter, and a permanent low-barrier indoor village. Councilmember Coleman emphasized the resolution was the "starting line" of a long-term process. Councilmember Jost called the previous August sweep a failure. Councilmember Bowie shared personal connections to housing instability and supported the resolution as a step toward rebuilding public trust. - University-Snelling Commercial Development District (Ord 26-49 – Version 2): Councilmember Coleman introduced Version 2 of the ordinance, which decreases the number of new allowable liquor licenses while grandfathering existing businesses. Councilmember Bowie noted the initial request during the World Cup from immigrant businesses seeking greater flexibility. The council reopened the public hearing and laid the ordinance over for final adoption on October 28, 2026. - Prevailing Wage for Wood Frame Construction (Ord 26-51): The ordinance received its first reading. President Noecker explained it aligns city code with state law to allow federal residential prevailing wage rates for city-financed wood frame construction projects. The staff report and public hearing were delayed to the following week due to the staff presenter's illness. Key Outcomes - Homelessness Resolution Adopted (RES 26-1765, Version 2): The council voted 6-0 to adopt the resolution outlining the coordinated response. The vote was briefly reconsidered to ensure the correct version was passed. - Commercial Development District Laid Over (Ord 26-49, Version 2): Final adoption was continued to October 28, 2026. - Domestic Violence Awareness Month Proclaimed (RES 26-1770): October was officially declared Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Shelley Klein accepted the resolution on behalf of victim advocacy organizations. - Legislative Hearing Decision on 855 Third Street East (Item 36): The council adopted the hearing officer's recommendation, granting a final extension to November 10, 2026, for the owner to comply. The second-floor unit must be vacated if not made safe, but the property owner may remain. The council and hearing officer formally apologized to Ms. Getty over an inspector misgendering her. - All Public Hearing Items (Items 27-33) Adopted: The council approved accepting a $50,000 donation for Dousman Park, adding $14 million in federal grant funding for the Safe Streets for All (SS4A) project, $200,000 for the Point Douglas Regional Trail, $250,000 for Sackett Park trail connections, $500,000 for the Merriam Park Skatepark, enhanced street sweeping grant funds, and a sound variance for the Turkey Trot. - New Ward 5 Aide Appointed (RES 26-1762): The council approved the appointment of Luke Mielke as the Legislative Aide for Ward 5. Councilmember Kim swore him in.