The Public Meeting Index

The Committee on Budget met at 9:05 a.m. on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, with Committee Vice Chair Nishimoto and Councilmembers Kia Aina and Talba present. Chair Waters and Councilmember Cordero were excused. The committee advanced two wastewater revenue bond resolutions and one real property tax bill. Agenda item 4, Bill 44 (2026), was canceled and not considered. Public Comments & Testimony - No in-person or remote registered testifiers appeared for any agenda item, and no non-registered remote testimony was offered. Discussion Items - Resolution 26-222 – Wastewater System Revenue Bonds (Junior Series 2026): Deputy Director Dan Brick of the Department of Environmental Services supported the resolution authorizing not to exceed $210 million in junior lien wastewater system revenue bonds. He stated the city plans to sell variable-rate bonds this year because of market conditions, believing better interest rates may produce about $5 million in debt-service savings for this year if conditions hold. Councilmember Kia Aina expressed full support for both the junior and senior series resolutions, noting the Kailua Wastewater Treatment Plant and Heia Wastewater Pump Station Improvements are in her district. - Resolution 26-225 – Wastewater System Revenue Bonds (Senior Series 2026): Deputy Director Brick supported the resolution authorizing not to exceed $205 million in senior lien wastewater system revenue bonds. He said the bonds would refund outstanding series 2016 bonds, are market-dependent, and could provide potential savings and flexibility in debt service, but he did not provide a specific savings estimate. Vice Chair Nishimoto asked whether interest rates are expected to fall; Brick said it is hard to say and the savings depend on market conditions. - Bill 40 (2026), CD1 – Real Property Taxation: Real Property Assistant Assessment Administrator Steve Takara said the Department of Budget and Fiscal Services had no objections and found CD1 acceptable, having worked with Councilmember Desaltos' office. Councilmember Kia Aina asked whether future similar projects would need project-specific fixes; Takara replied that the bill would apply to all projects fitting the stated circumstances. Aina noted it addresses situations such as missing the home exemption deadline. Key Outcomes - Resolution 26-222 was reported out for adoption without objection or reservation. - Resolution 26-225 was reported out for adoption without objection or reservation. - Bill 40 (2026), CD1 was reported out for passage on third reading without objection or reservation.

The City Council met on October 20, 2026, to conduct several public hearings on the 2027-2028 biennial budget, property tax levy, criminal justice tax, and the water system plan, along with receiving committee reports and public testimony. All consent agenda items were approved unanimously. Consent Calendar - Minutes: Approved minutes from the October 6, 2026 City Council meeting and September 22, 2026 Workstudy. - Payroll: Approved payroll for October 5, 2026 (checks 79576-79581) totaling $415,480.05. - Checks: Approved checks for October 20, 2026 (checks 79582-79654) totaling $3,495,957.58. - Resolution AB26-093: Accepting the 5th, 6th & Main Improvements Project. - Motion AB26-094: Authorizing the PSE Schedule 74 Agreement for the North Bend Way/NW 8th Street Roundabout Project. Public Comments & Testimony - Julia Dresh (owner of Jurege International LLC, a licensed cannabis retailer) expressed interest in opening a cannabis retail store in North Bend at the Mount Side Tavern site. She stated the site meets all Washington state buffer requirements and requested the city's support for a development agreement. Dresh noted the city previously issued her a development agreement that fell through and highlighted potential local jobs, increased foot traffic, and excise tax revenue as benefits. No other public comments were made. Discussion Items Commission & Committee Reports - Transportation & Public Works (TPW): Councilmember Colin reported the committee discussed a bill of sale for Gravity Marine, Middle Fork DEA, project closeout for 5th/6th/Main improvements, PSE Schedule 74 and 51 agreements for 2026 sidewalk gaps, a water comp plan public hearing, and the South Fork Lift Station pre-design report. - Public Health & Safety: Canceled; an e-bike/e-motorcycle town hall was held on October 6. - Community & Economic Development (CED): Councilmember Dawson reported the committee discussed a lot splitting driveway exemption, 2026 comprehensive plan amendments, parking regulations, an OTEC on-call contract renewal, and positive economic development activity. - Finance: Councilmember Rustic reported the committee reviewed items on tonight's agenda (biennial budget, property tax levy, criminal justice tax) plus an August 2026 budget status report and human services/cultural arts grant policy. - City Commissions: James Henderson reported the Planning Commission will meet November 4 on housing affordability code amendments; the Parks Commission will meet October 28 on the Bike North Bend plan; the Economic Development Commission discussed the Creative Economy Action Plan, Project Belay, and workforce housing options. - Regional Committees: - East Side Fire & Rescue (ESFR): The board approved a modified 2027-2028 budget with a 11.86% increase for North Bend in 2027 and 13.48% in 2028, capped overtime at $5 million, and required an independent review of tools and processes. - Sound Cities Association (SCA) Public Issues Committee: Councilmember Rustic attended a presentation on King County elections and discussions on affordable housing, transit safety, and the 2027 legislative agenda. 2027-2028 Biennial Budget (AB26-095) - Presentation: Finance Director Martin Chaw presented the proposed $179.0 million biennial budget (down from $221.1 million in 2025-2026 due to CIP timing). The general fund is budgeted at $33.5 million with no new FTEs in the general fund; three additional FTEs (water field worker, stormwater engineer, economic development marketing manager) are outside the general fund and funded by other sources. - Key Challenges: Public safety costs (police and fire) are projected to rise from $5.3 million in 2026 to $7.9 million in 2028, a $2.6 million increase. General fund reserves are forecast to decline from $5 million in 2026 to $656,000 in 2028, below the policy target of $2.39 million. - Proposed Solutions: Imposing a 0.1% criminal justice sales tax ($330,000/year), creating a regional fire authority (RFA) with Eastside Fire & Rescue and Fire District 38, or a property tax levy lid lift (estimated 73 cents per $1,000 assessed value, about $67/month for a $1.1 million home). A combination of a levy lift and the sales tax could restore reserves to $3.4 million. - Budget Priorities: Sustainable public safety funding, $144.1 million six-year CIP (62% grant-funded), economic development (including Wyndham Hotel, Panatoni industrial park, Cascade Gateway truck stop, Project Belay), and sustainable human services (2% of general fund) and cultural arts (0.4%) funding. - Public Hearing: Opened and continued to the December 1, 2026 meeting. Motion to continue passed unanimously. 2027 Property Tax Levy (AB26-096) - Presentation: The annual ordinance sets the 2027 property tax levy at $0.79 per $1,000 assessed value (regular levy) plus a $0.01 excess levy for fire station 87 bonds (final year). The 1% increase generates approximately $30,000. For a $1.1 million home, the city share is about $880/year (9% of total property tax bill). - Public Hearing: Opened and continued to the November 17, 2026 meeting. Motion to continue passed unanimously. Criminal Justice Tax (AB26-097) - Presentation: Ordinance establishes a 0.1% sales tax (dime on $100 purchase) to fund criminal justice purposes. Estimated annual revenue of $330,000, partially offsetting rising police costs (from $2.8 million in 2025 to $5.1 million in 2028). If approved, the city’ssales tax rate would rise from 1.4% to1.5%, total citywide from 9.2% to 9.3%. Thetax can be adopted by council vote until June 30, 2028; after that, a public vote is required. King County has already imposed its own 0.1% and cannot add further under current law. - Public Hearing: Opened and continued to the November 3, 2026 meeting. Motion to continue passed unanimously. 2026 Water System Plan (AB26-098) - Presentation: Don DeBerg presented the updated water system plan, approved by the state for a five-year period. Key changes include removal of the National Guard parcel from the water service area (developer chose Salal Water), addition of Salal interties, climate change analysis, updated growth projections confirming adequate water rights through 20 years, and updated water system model with CIP adjustments. The plan was reviewed by DOH, Ecology, and King County, with comments addressed. Comments from the Snoqualmie and Tulalip Tribes requested updates to the mitigation algorithm and operations/monitoring plan; the city is working on that and will amend the plan later. Public involvement included a hearing. - Public Hearing: Opened and closed. Ordinance adopted unanimously as first and final reading. Mayor, Council & Administrator Concerns - Councilmember Colin reminded residents about increased wildlife activity (deer, elk) as nights darken. - Councilmember Rustic encouraged voting by November 3, noting ballot drop boxes at North Bend Library and registration deadlines. - Councilmember Jocelyn thanked Finance Director Chaw for his work on the budget. - Councilmember McFarland urged voting and expressed concern about election security and threats to democracy. - City Administrator Emory announced upcoming budget work sessions (October 27, November 17, December 1) and the launch of a new permitting system (Cloud Permits) on October 19. - Mayor Pro Tem Tremulana announced Trick or Treat Street on October 24, the Sideview Harvest Festival, and Police Chief Ed Hall’s library visit on October 27. He also commented on the recent school shooting in Bend, Oregon, calling for nonpartisan action. - The council then moved into executive session to discuss potential litigation (RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)) for up to 15 minutes. Key Outcomes - All consent agenda items approved unanimously. - All four public hearings (budget, property tax levy, criminal justice tax, water system plan) were opened; the water system plan was adopted as final; the other three were continued to future meetings (November 3, November 17, and December 1, 2026). - All motions carried unanimously. - A new water plan was adopted, and progress was made toward addressing general fund shortfalls through proposed revenue measures.

The Vanderburgh County Data Center Research Committee held its fourth meeting on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:06 PM in Room 301 of the Civic Center Complex in Evansville, Indiana. Chair Lloyd Lamberton presided. Members discussed public communications, their research activities, the committee’s process for developing recommendations, the South Bend/Amazon wastewater permit, and plans for an evening public comment session. The committee approved prior minutes, made several procedural decisions, and heard comments from two community members. Attendance and Consent Calendar - Roll call: Present were Tom Shetler Jr., Lloyd Lamberton, Lauren Lynch, John Diekhoff, Mark Murry, Richard Reed, Jason Naab, Scott Ambrose, and Jon Robertson. Absent were Susan Hardwick, Jenna Richardt, John Bates, and Chaitanya Mamidala. - With Secretary Jenna Richardt absent, Lauren Lynch agreed to record the minutes as substitute secretary. - The committee approved the September 29, 2026 meeting minutes with emailed edits on a voice vote. Public Comments & Testimony - Nicole Chandler, a Vanderburgh County resident and environmental nonprofit employee, asked a clarifying question about the recommendation pathway and was told the committee reports to the County Commissioners, who will work with the Area Plan Commission on an ordinance. She expressed support for an after-hours public comment period, recommended prohibiting behind-the-meter gas plants as Posey County did, recommended requiring data centers to identify proprietary chemicals used in cooling and wastewater systems, and suggested taking noise/frequency measurements at existing Evansville data centers. She noted those existing facilities are not hyperscale and, in her view, have among the most diesel generators on site in the state. She also suggested Just Transition Northwest Indiana as a resource. - Margaret Connelly, an Evansville citizen, endorsed the evening public comment session because many residents cannot attend afternoon meetings. She urged caution because, in her experience, data centers have not always followed through on agreements; raised regional Ohio River pollution concerns; emphasized noise impacts on nearby residents; asked the committee to avoid recommendations that raise utility bills; questioned the long-term job benefits; noted there is no guarantee data centers will remain; and advised caution about small modular nuclear reactors. Discussion Items Public Communications and Email Process - Chair Lamberton raised concerns about public emails being commingled with committee and research emails. The committee decided to keep the public email address, DCResearch@VanderburghGov.org, and to ask IT about routing public emails to a separate folder. Members agreed to respond to public emails as an agenda item at each meeting, and Jon Robertson volunteered to collate the comments into categories for the next meeting. Committee Member Research Activities - Members reported research activities, including meeting with the Evansville Water & Sewer Utility director, contacting IDEM and other communities, reaching out to the City of South Bend about its AWS facility, reviewing ordinances, talking with fire departments in several states, and collecting resources on the committee SharePoint site. - Chair Lamberton said he met with the EWSU director and asked him to attend a future meeting; the director has conflicts with Tuesday afternoons. He also contacted the IDEM pretreatment coordinator and said four communities responded to outreach about data center experience. - Noise research was discussed at length, including decibel and low-frequency measurements, acoustic baselines, site-specific standards, backup-generator testing limits, and possible continuous noise monitoring paid for by the developer. One member discussed the XAI facility in Memphis as an example of temporary turbine noise becoming a persistent problem. - The committee approved, by voice vote, a motion by Mark Murry and a second by Scott Ambrose to share the SharePoint resource library with City Council and Area Plan staff on a read-only basis. Tom Shetler advised that sources should be shown for each resource. Deliberation Process and Deliverable - Lauren Lynch said the committee should focus first on potential impacts and benefits, and only later on ordinance language; several members agreed. - The committee discussed how to vote on its deliverable to the County Commissioners. It reached consensus that members will select topic or topics in their area of expertise, present research on benefits and impacts, recommend ordinance language based on best practices, and the committee will vote item by item by majority. The final deliverable will be a report with recommendations and suggested ordinance language. Votes can be tallied, and multiple options may be included on contested points. Chair Lamberton said he was concerned some topics might not be claimed; John Diekhoff observed that not every topic needs the same level of research. AWS Industrial Discharge Permit – South Bend - Chair Lamberton reviewed the Industrial Discharge Permit issued by the City of South Bend for Amazon Data Services. He explained that Indiana has roughly 35-40 delegated pretreatment authorities, that Evansville Water & Sewer Utility sets limits based on a load study, and that in his opinion EWSU’s pretreatment program protects the publicly owned treatment works and, through the NPDES permit, the Ohio River. He noted data centers are not categorical industrial users, so limits would be set at the local level, and that EWSU already monitors industrial dischargers. - He also noted that South Bend reported the AWS facility was nowhere near its estimated discharge volume, and that the design of flow measurement matters for accuracy. Evening Public Comment Session - The committee agreed to hold an additional public comment meeting in the evening so more residents can attend. The preferred options are November 10 or November 17, 2026, from 5:00-6:30 PM, subject to room and security availability. Speakers will sign in and receive up to three minutes to comment. Lauren Lynch will coordinate with the County Commissioners office. Susan Hardwick Comments / Ordinance Outline - The committee tabled discussion of Susan Hardwick’s comments on the Outline for Data Center Ordinance Amendment Proposals because members were not ready to review general ordinance language before completing impact research. Key Outcomes - Approved the September 29, 2026 minutes with edits by voice vote. - Approved read-only sharing of the committee’s SharePoint resources with City Council and Area Plan staff. - Agreed on an item-by-item majority-vote process for recommendations and a report deliverable to the County Commissioners. - Directed Jon Robertson to collate public emails into categorized agenda items for the next meeting. - Agreed to schedule an evening public comment meeting, likely November 10 or November 17, 2026, from 5:00-6:30 PM, with 3-minute comments. - Tabled the ordinance outline comments. - Adjourned at 3:06 PM by voice vote. - Remaining action items included having members prepare topic materials, continuing data center site and topic discussions, preparing an impact-review template, refining definitions, and coordinating IT access for City Council and Area Plan staff. - Upcoming calendar items from the agenda: October 27, November 10, November 17, December 8 public comment meeting and committee discussion, and December 15 final vote on recommendations to the Commissioners. Note - The agenda and minutes body identify the meeting date as October 20, 2026, and the transcript begins at 1:00 PM on that date, although the minutes document footer repeats the prior meeting’s September 29, 2026 date. The transcript also spells the second public speaker’s name Connolly, while the minutes spell it Connelly.

The Stamford CHESS (Community Development, Housing, Education, Social Services, State & Commerce) Committee met on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the Democratic Caucus Room and via Zoom. The primary agenda items included a public hearing and final adoption vote on proposed amendments to the Stamford Housing Affordable Trust Fund Ordinance (CHESS32.024) and a vote on whether to reject a $1,500,000 allocation for the Southfield Village Limited Partnership (CHESS32.025). Public Comments & Testimony The public hearing, lasting from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., featured overwhelming opposition to the proposed ordinance amendments, with a central theme being the preservation of direct tenant representation on the Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board. - Sheila Williams Brown, a 45-year resident and subsidized housing tenant of 20 years, expressed opposition, stating her rent increased by $400 per month due to changes in BMR calculations. She argued the proposed number of tenant representatives on the board was "unacceptable." - Cynthia Bowser, a West Side resident, called the plan to reduce tenant seats "unacceptable and undemocratic," questioning the commitment of Democratic leadership to economically vulnerable residents. - Bonnie Kim Campbell, a former Board of Representatives member, opposed raising the expenditure review threshold from $100,000 to $1 million, arguing it "significantly strips away legislative scrutiny" and hands control to developers. - Brittany Lawrence, an expert in affordable housing finance, cautioned that a higher threshold would allow funding to bypass the Board entirely. She noted the difficulty tenants face in volunteering but advocated for citizen representatives without conflicts of interest. - Miles Damon opposed the amendment, arguing it reduces oversight and accountability by allowing developer interests onto the board, citing a Connecticut News 12 report on a nearby building with mold and maintenance issues. - Gina Calabraci criticized the proposal as "disgraceful" and undemocratic, alleging it originated from the Mayor's office rather than the legislative body. - Berdell Johnson, a tenant in affordable housing for 38 years, stated that directly affected people "should have a voice" in decisions. - Cindy Farr, a Friendship House resident, opposed the ordinance while recounting ongoing issues with no heat, mold, and lapsed maintenance, which led to their building unionizing. - Rose Burton, a 65-year-old resident who has moved four times due to rent increases, argued that "tenants need a seat at the table." - Sue Halpern stated that developers on the board represent a conflict of interest and urged the committee to keep seven trustees. - Luke Melanakis of the CT Tenants Union argued the problem is a lack of outreach by the city, not a lack of willing tenants. He advocated for keeping the $100,000 threshold. - Dave Adams, a local resident, provided statistics: $8.5 million was paid into the fund by developers in the past year, while on-site affordable unit creation dropped from 90 units approved in 2024 to just 12 in 2025. He argued the amendment strips financial safeguards and creates a loophole in the city's fiscal controls. - Richard Asto, Chair of the Board of Charter Oak Communities, was a notable voice of support. He encouraged passage of the ordinance, stating it aligns the trust fund with other city boards, allows professionals onto the board, and helps speed up time-sensitive proposals. - Emma S. Goings, President of the Stamford NAACP, urged members to vote no, arguing that reducing the quorum from five to three would allow too few people to control funding. She advocated for keeping seven trustees, including a majority of residents. - Frances Lane, a former public trustee on the Trust Fund, spoke via Zoom. She described being turned away when first applying for the board. She argued for maintaining the $100,000 threshold and the current trustee structure, stating that revenue streams were being mismanaged during her tenure. - Turl Bradley stated that lived experience and professional experience are "not interchangeable." He noted eight previous commitments totaling nearly $4 million would have evaded review under the new rules and urged a vote against the ordinance. - Robert Roquetta, a former city representative and former Trust Fund committee member, urged the committee to vote no, citing inherent conflicts of interest when developer interests have a seat at the table. Discussion Items Following the public hearing and a brief recess, the committee deliberated on the proposed ordinance amendments and the allocation rejection. - Ordinance Amendments (CHESS32.024): The committee discussed trustee composition, resident representation requirements, qualifications for public trustees, and the proposed expenditure review threshold. Three specific amendments were debated and voted upon. - Funding Allocation Rejection (CHESS32.025): Rep. McKeown explained the procedural timeline for the $1,500,000 allocation recommendation from the Trust Fund. The recommendation was received on or about September 17, 2026, triggering a 45-day period for the Board of Representatives to reject the allocation (deadline approx. November 2, 2026). Since the Board's next regular meeting was scheduled for November 4, 2026, a special meeting would have been required to reject it before the deadline. The committee reviewed the scope of the project: 315 mixed-income units (including 233 affordable units) at Southwood Square Apartments, requiring kitchen/bathroom renovations, energy upgrades, and capital repairs. Key Outcomes - Ordinance CHESS32.024 (Affordable Housing Trust Fund Amendments): The ordinance was Approved as Amended by a vote of 7-1-0. - Amendment 1: The committee approved inserting language requiring that at least one voting member and one alternate member of the Trust Fund Board be residents of affordable housing. Passed 7-1-0 (Rep. Walston opposed). - Amendment 2: The committee replaced the trustee qualification "or have professional experience developing or managing housing projects" with "or have professional experience in affordable housing public policy or the financing of housing projects." Passed 7-0-1 (Rep. Walston abstained). - Amendment 3: The committee amended expenditures to require alignment with the Affordable Housing Plan. Passed 8-0-0. - Rejection CHESS32.025 ($1,500,000 to Southfield Village): The motion to reject the allocation Failed by a vote of 0-8-0. Because the committee did not recommend rejection, the allocation will proceed to the Board of Representatives. If the Board of Representatives does not reject it before the deadline (approx. November 2, 2026), it will be deemed approved. - The meeting was adjourned at 10:59 p.m.

The Edina City Council met at 7 p.m. on October 20, 2026, in Council Chambers at Edina City Hall, 4801 W. 50th St. Councilmember Pierce was absent. The council approved an amended agenda, heard community comment and a regional public safety update, adopted most of the consent agenda, recognized 2026 photo contest winners, received a Three Rivers Park District trail update, held a public hearing on a dental office site plan, approved donations and a parking fee ordinance on first reading, tabled one contract amendment, and declined to rescind special assessments for the President's neighborhood. Agenda and Opening Actions - Roll call was taken with Mayor Havlin and Councilmembers Agnew, Jackson, and Risser present; Councilmember Pierce was absent. - The council voted unanimously to table agenda item 9.3, the Arcadia Ave Partners contract amendment for 5146 Eden Avenue, to the November 4, 2026 meeting. - The council voted unanimously to move Chief of Police Todd Milburn's public safety update from item 10.1 to after item 5.1. Public Comments & Testimony - Ralph Sickert criticized the city manager and council for not answering his question about the proposed 2027 General Levy using $7 million of prior-year tax surpluses to reduce the projected levy from 18.5 percent to 6.5 percent. He said the question was not rhetorical and cited $141 million in unfunded capital projects over five years, including $60 million for fire station number three, $31 million for a new Braemar Clubhouse, and $17 million for the Edina pool on top of $13 million in emergency funding in 2026. - Claudia Pinella challenged the council to propose three to four ideas for the former Kevin Keyes property at 6016 Vernon Avenue. She listed prior denials including the West Side Cafe, a clothing charity, a pizzeria, a memory care facility, and an EV charging station, and said the site was purchased in October 2021 for $900,000. - Stacey Best, speaking for the Minnehaha Woods neighborhood, requested formal approval of alternating two-way stop signs at 55th Street and Kellogg Avenue and 55th Street and Oklahoma Avenue. She said both intersections are uncontrolled, serve bus stops, have sight-line problems, and have already had crashes. She said traffic data was collected and the Edina Traffic Safety Committee is aligned with the neighborhood's request. - Lily Tarakie, a 15-year-old student driver, supported the stop sign request, saying the intersections are difficult to navigate safely because of children playing and drivers unfamiliar with the area speeding through. - Kate Haig, speaking for herself and concerned Rolling Green residents, said the 2027 Rolling Green road construction plan made no reference to tree preservation. She asked the city to evaluate alternatives to widening streets to 25 feet, to protect mature tree canopies and root systems, and to avoid sacrificing any mature tree without exploring reasonable options. - David Frankel disavowed a political flyer that included his name, noted state requirements for publishing top city salaries, and mentioned the arrest of a Somali gang member under the Federal RICO Act. He urged continued regional gang enforcement. City Manager's Responses and Public Safety Update - Director Vetter responded to prior community comment questions, saying the city has increased park patrols, worked with community leaders, and added a park closure authority rather than requiring permits for groups of 25 or more. - Director Benarot said Chief Milburn would address the Metro Gang Task Force question and explained that the former Kevin Keyes site is zoned to permit automobile service centers, car washes, and gas stations; tearing down the building for a new use would require setback variances. - Councilmember Risser offered four residential ideas for the Kevin Keyes site, including following the comprehensive plan's medium-density residential guidance, closing access points on Vernon Avenue, and considering one to four housing units. The mayor said the owner remains engaged and the city has explored but could not make affordable housing, park, townhouse, or memory care uses work economically. - Chief Milburn reported that recent shots-fired cases remain under active investigation and that a regional law enforcement summit of about 90 police chiefs, sheriffs, and command staff led to activation of the BCA Crime Gun Intelligence Center. More than 40 agencies are participating in the new regional effort. - Chief Milburn shared statistics from the October 5 community safety meeting: about 225 people attended, more than 10,000 watched the live stream at its peak, the YouTube recording has been viewed more than 7,800 times, 25 people spoke, 17 people shared comments through Better Together Edina, and the city has responded to more than 60 questions online. - Council members thanked the chief for the update and encouraged residents to call 911 when they see something unsafe. Mayor Havlin noted that more than 40 agencies are working together and that the federal and regional collaboration has been unusually strong. Consent Calendar - The council approved the consent agenda by roll call with the exception of items 6.1 and 6.19. - Approved consent items included the Oct. 6 work session minutes, payment of claims, purchase requests for Braemar Arena fiber utility construction, Fred Richards Park EV charging stations and playground equipment, firefighter turnout gear, Minnesota Task Force One emergency management operations, City Hall carpet and furniture, a level 3 fast charger, watermain upsizing at 7235 France Ave, traffic signal replacement and salt damage study professional services, Community Development Block Grant forgiveness for Bickman Court, the Hyland Lake Regional Trail agreement with Three Rivers Park District, the Nine Mile Creek winter use permit, the AE2S instrumentation support agreement, and Ordinance 2026-13 updating salary escalator references. - Item 6.1: The Oct. 6 work session minutes were approved, but the regular meeting minutes were tabled to November 4, 2026 so Councilmember Risser could seek a correction to the summary of Planning Commissioner Ryan Day's comments. - Item 6.19: The balance of the Aug. 25, 2026 Traffic Safety Report was approved, but item B1, the stop sign request denial at Halifax Lane and Woodland Circle, was held over to the November 4 meeting for further discussion. Special Recognitions and Presentations - Images of Edina 2026 photo contest winners were recognized. A total of 118 photos were submitted, and winners were announced in six categories. Winners included Elliot Peckham, Stephanie Thomas, Leah Steidel, Tom Bates, Jack Weston, and Kara Olson. Jack Weston's photo, Green Heron Running Along Minnehaha Creek, won both the Plants and Animals category and Best in Show. Edina Magazine was acknowledged as a co-sponsor. - Danny McCullough, Three Rivers Park District Regional Trail Manager, and Commissioner Louise Segreto presented an update on the Highland Lake Regional Trail, formerly known as the CP Rail Regional Trail. The trail segment will connect Nine Mile Creek Regional Trail to Hyland Park Reserve and onward to the Minnesota River. Construction is scheduled for 2029, with design beginning in 2027. The trail will be a 10-foot-wide paved off-road regional trail and will cross Highway 494 at Bush Lake Road. A study linking Nine Mile Creek to St. Louis Park will begin in 2027. The railroad corridor remains unavailable because the railroad is not willing to sell it. Public Hearing: Dental Office at 7300 Metro Boulevard - Staff presented a site plan with variances for a proposed 5,000-square-foot dental office at 7300 Metro Boulevard in the planned office district. The request included variances for the first-floor ceiling height from 20 feet to 10 feet and for a 10-foot side yard setback, similar to a previously approved but never built dental office on the site. - The Planning Commission recommended approval by a 9-0 vote, and staff concurred. No public testimony was offered during the meeting. - The council voted 4-0 to keep the public hearing open until noon on October 25, 2026, and to continue action to the November 4, 2026 city council meeting. Reports/Recommendations - Resolution 2026-69, accepting donations, was adopted. Donations included $14,869.01 for baseball field renovations and $3,200 from Susan Austin and Julie Graham for a park bench. - Ordinance 2026-14, amending parking fees at the 50th & France parking ramps, was approved on first reading. Staff said it was the first parking fee increase in more than 10 years and would affect annual, quarterly, premium, and rooftop permits. The 50th & France Business Association was consulted and was agreeable. The city sells between 400 and 600 permits annually, collects about $75,000 per year in permit revenue, and holds a restricted fund balance of more than $500,000 used for district maintenance and capital needs. - Agenda item 9.3, the Arcadia Ave Partners contract amendment for 5146 Eden Avenue, was tabled to November 4, 2026. Motion to Reconsider: President's Neighborhood Assessments - Councilmember Risser introduced a motion to rescind Resolution 2026-59, the special assessments for the President's A and B neighborhood roadway reconstruction improvements BA466 and A293 adopted at the October 6 meeting. - Risser said a 2025 presentation to residents promised final assessment notices about one year after construction, that substantial completion was delayed until July 2026, and that residents learned in an undated late-September letter that the full lump-sum payment of $6,953.43 was due November 15, 2026. She said this was not about punch-list items, and she proposed allowing lump-sum payment to be delayed to May 2027. - City Attorney Kendall said the city followed required legal notice procedures, that no one is required to pay in a lump sum, and that rescinding would prevent certification to the county until the following November, forcing the city to carry about $200,000 in debt service. Some residents have already prepaid or may have appealed to the court, and rescinding could create confusion. - Director Milner acknowledged the communication was not ideal and said staff will improve it. He noted labor shortages have delayed road construction projects and that delaying the assessments would cost the city about $200,000 and could add roughly $300 to $340 in interest for residents who wait until next year to prepay. - Councilmember Risser made a motion to rescind, but no council member seconded it, so the motion failed for lack of a second. Council members expressed empathy and agreed the process should have been communicated better, but they decided to stay the course to preserve predictability and avoid shifting costs to the city as a whole. An audience member objected and said the city was misleading residents. Manager's Comments and Council Comments - Manager's comments included an update that reconstruction of the East Rink at Braemar Arena has resumed after the frost issue passed testing. Ice is now expected by December 26 at the latest, but staff are working to deliver it earlier. - The next city council meeting will be Wednesday, November 4, 2026, because Election Day is November 3. Early and absentee voting at City Hall continues through October 30 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with extended evening and weekend hours on October 24, October 31, and November 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and November 2 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Councilmember Risser reminded the community that October is breast cancer awareness month and encouraged mammograms. She also encouraged residents to vote in the upcoming election. - Councilmember Jackson asked about the Braemar East Rink schedule and repeated the advice to call 911 for safety concerns. - Councilmember Agnew commented on pedestrian safety and dark mornings, and Mayor Havlin noted upcoming community events and the regional law enforcement collaboration. Key Outcomes - The agenda was amended, item 9.3 was tabled to November 4, and the police public safety update was moved earlier. - The consent agenda was approved except for items 6.1 and 6.19; the regular Oct. 6 minutes were tabled, traffic safety item B1 was held over, and the rest of the report was approved. - Resolution 2026-69 accepting donations was adopted. - Ordinance 2026-14 amending 50th & France parking fees was approved on first reading. - The 7300 Metro Boulevard dental office public hearing remains open until noon October 25, 2026, with action set for November 4, 2026. - The motion to rescind the President's neighborhood special assessments failed for lack of a second, so the assessments stand. - The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 4, 2026.

The Omaha City Council met on October 20, 2026, to address agenda items including liquor licenses, a street improvement district, snow removal contracts, park funding, and a downtown soccer stadium redevelopment agreement. The meeting opened with recognition of a recent flood and volunteer efforts. Opening Remarks - Councilmember Hutt noted that a "500-year flood" had impacted 143 homes in the Cairn Western addition, with utility service cut to 123 homes. He thanked volunteers, including Home Depot, Steamfitters Local 464, and Union Adventist students and alumni, for their assistance and encouraged donations to the Salvation Army for ongoing recovery. Consent Calendar - Items 12 through 15 were approved without discussion by a vote of 5 to 0. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 52 (Wade Trim Amendment): Marty (address 2709, last name unclear) spoke as an opponent, questioning the administration of the contract. - Item 54 (Soccer Stadium Redevelopment): Ed Fox (5511 Harney Street, season ticket holder) voiced strong support for the stadium, citing the unique community built by Union Omaha. Hunter Fangmeyer (2719 North 65th Street, President of Omaha Parliament) also spoke in favor, emphasizing community investment and the organization's 501(c)(3) work. Discussion Items - Item 23 – Snow Removal Assessments: Councilmember Melton led a discussion with Steve Ru of Public Works regarding snow removal bids. Ru explained that after a snow operation ends, property owners have 24 hours to clear sidewalks. If a complaint is filed, a notice is posted, allowing another 24 hours. Failure to comply results in contractor removal billed at rates determined by bid: $4 per square foot for trace amounts, $3.16 per linear foot for 0-5.99 inches, and $6.90 per linear foot for 6+ inches. Melton noted that charges can exceed $600 for long frontages during heavy snow. Ru emphasized that the city does not profit, and urged citizens to clear walks or assist neighbors, particularly for ADA accessibility and school routes. - Item 52 – Northeast Omaha High Rate Treatment Basin Amendment: Jim Tyler (Public Works) presented an amendment to the contract with Wade Trim Associates totaling $17,950,125. The funds will accelerate design and construction of two of four construction packages to align with the downtown soccer stadium timeline, including a 72-inch conveyance sewer ($20 million) and a diversion structure ($45 million). The overall project cost is estimated at $250-300 million. The council approved the amendment 5-0. - Item 53 – Park Improvement Funding from Omaha Community Foundation: Dan Cedar (Parks and Recreation) outlined the use of $4,890,000 in philanthropic funds, matched by city investments. Key allocations include $1.3 million for neighborhood park renovations, $2 million for facilities and pool repairs, reduction of work order backlog from over 200 to 27, and two assessments of parks and facilities. Councilmember Festerson expressed support, noting improved maintenance turnaround (18 days vs. 45-50 days previously). No vote was recorded. - Item 54 – Downtown Soccer Stadium Redevelopment Agreement: Representatives from the city, Union Omaha, and MECA presented the project. Highlights include a $140 million stadium, 300-350 mixed-use apartments, and a 30-year lease. Financing includes $23 million in team equity, $10.5 million in city infrastructure, and $106.5 million in bonds paid by rent, incremental taxes, and naming rights. The stadium is expected to open in 2028, creating 270 jobs and generating $430 million in local economic output over 25 years. Councilmembers Festerson and Melton voiced support. Public hearing was closed; no vote taken. Key Outcomes - Items Approved (all 5-0): - Item 6: Class I liquor license for La Peep restaurant. - Item 7: Class D liquor license for HUT discount store 19 (revisited after Zoom technical issues). - Item 8: Liquor license addition for Cedar Creek Coffee and Art. - Item 9: Preliminary plat for The Overlook at Flanagan Lake. - Item 10: Special use permit for a daycare at 4847 South 107th Street. - Item 11: Street improvement district for Shirley Circle. - Consent agenda (Items 12-15). - Omnibus approval Items 16-51, including snow removal contracts, after discussion of Item 23. - Item 52: Amendment to Wade Trim agreement for high-rate treatment basin. - Items 55-84: Placed on future agenda as non-action items. - Items Discussed, No Vote: - Item 53: Park improvement funding ($4,890,000). - Item 54: Downtown soccer stadium redevelopment agreement. - The meeting adjourned at 3:02 PM.

The Minneapolis Business, Housing, and Zoning Committee convened on October 20, 2026, chaired by Councilmember Jamal Osman. The committee addressed a consent calendar, four public hearings, and several discussion items, including a major policy vote on the Safe Outdoor Parking ordinance, a site plan review appeal, and updates on Heritage Park and the 38th & Chicago Thrive Plan. Consent Calendar - Items 5 through 12 were approved en bloc, including liquor and gambling license approvals, a financial agreement with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, a legacy grant, TIF district certification, and setting a public hearing for November 5, 2026. Public Hearings & Testimony 1. Mixed Culture Brewery License - Staff: Max Cervantes presented the application. Community feedback: 6 of 7 comments in support. Applicant requested on-sale tap room and off-sale growler licenses. - Applicants: Co-owners Chusha and Kevin Welch stated their goal was to create a welcoming, community-anchored gathering space. Kevin Welch stated the business would be "responsible to the neighborhood." - Council: Councilmember Chowdhury praised the investment and moved approval. The motion carried unanimously. 2. Wheelhouse Studio Extended Hours License - Staff: Inspector Beth Dominguez presented the application for a 24-hour pottery studio access license. Zero community comments were received. - Applicant: Owner Michelle Garens expressed excitement about the project. - Outcome: Approved unanimously. 3. Safe Outdoor Parking Ordinance - Sponsors: Councilmembers Chavez, Chowdhury, and Chuk Tai presented the ordinance package, combining zoning and business licensing to allow managed overnight parking for people experiencing homelessness. - Public Testimony: - Support: Tyler Simmerman called it a "proven bridge back into housing stability." Grace Gerhardt, a previously unhoused resident, stressed the importance of safety and dignity. Mike Hoffman, a shelter operator, urged the committee to "move away from fear." - Concerns/Opposition: MyTech T. Tooth Hill expressed skepticism about regulation. Robin Russell argued the timing was wrong and a 300-foot notification radius was insufficient. Councilmember Schaefer explicitly opposed the ordinance, calling it "premature" without a clear financial model for nonprofits and given current city budget cuts. - Critical: Nat Paul Pula and Reese Kendall characterized the ordinance as a "band-aid" that neglects people without vehicles and fails to address root causes. - Council Debate: - Councilmember Warren shared a deeply personal story of her cousin's death and her own experience, expressing significant conflict over safety concerns (drugs, trafficking, liability) but voting to move the policy forward for further discussion. - Councilmember Chavez introduced an amendment for an annual public outcomes report. The amendment was adopted. - Vice Chair Chowdhury cited successful data from Duluth's Safe Bay program: 164 individuals served, 17 transitioned to permanent housing, and only 8 police calls over six months. - Councilmember Osman voiced strong support, stating the city is in an emergency situation and asking opponents for their alternative solutions. - Vote: The motion to approve the ordinance package and forward it to the full City Council carried. 4. Site Plan Review Appeal (44th St W & Chowen Ave S) - Appellant: Property owner Chris Murphy argued the approved plan did not ensure public health and safety regarding a shared driveway easement and a proposed pad transformer location. - Applicant & Staff: Architect Jessica Harner stated the project complies with the zoning code and drainage or transformer issues will be resolved during the PDR process. Planning staff recommended upholding the Planning Commission's decision. - Outcome: The committee voted to deny the appeal and uphold the Planning Commission's approval. Discussion Items Heritage Park Relocation & Rehabilitation (Items 13 & 14) - Presentation: CPED staff presented a contract amendment with North Point Health and Wellness ($175,000 for relocation services) and an update on the legislative directive. 31 of 81 eligible households opted into relocation by the October 15 deadline. - Controversy: Councilmember Warren sharply criticized a $500,000 plan to replace furnaces in unoccupied units, calling it "wasting money" and "hustling backwards" since the buildings require complete gutting. Councilmember Chuk Tai expressed frustration that Regulatory Services staff were not present to answer questions about inspection processes. - Outcome: The committee sent the items to the full Council without recommendation. Trio Development (Item 21) - The committee approved a revised recommendation to modify affordability limits on six of ten units from 60% to 80% AMI and to waive the subsidy land requirement. 2027 License Fee Schedule (Item 17) - An amendment was approved to set a 90% cost recovery rate for rental license fees. Colfax Avenue Rental License Reinstatement (Item 18) - The committee approved reinstatement for 3016/3018 Colfax Ave S after the owner paid over $4,000 in back fees and met all compliance requirements. Sabathany Community Center Loan Subordination (Item 19) - Approved a request to subordinate a city loan, allowing the center to secure $4.9 million for a geothermal system installation. Upper Harbor Performing Arts Center (Item 20) - Approved a $2 million loan at 7% interest to Port of Minneapolis for construction cost overruns, and approved revised lease terms for a rideshare lot and billboards. 38th & Chicago Thrive Plan (Item 22) - The legislative directive response was received and filed. Councilmember Chavez raised concerns about the allocation of $1.2 million in funds, specifically regarding the use of a "carve-out" model from existing programs. Key Outcomes - Consent Calendar approved. - Mixed Culture Brewery and Wheelhouse Studio licenses approved. - Safe Outdoor Parking Ordinance approved in committee and sent to full City Council for final consideration. - Site Plan Appeal denied; development project upheld. - Heritage Park items forwarded without recommendation. - Trio Development, License Fee Schedule, Colfax Reinstatement, Sabathany Subordination, and Upper Harbor PAC all received committee approval. - 38th & Chicago Thrive Plan report filed.

No agenda or minutes were provided with the transcript; this summary reflects the meeting as transcribed. The meeting began with new business, then included a mayor's report, council discussion of board appointments, an agenda briefing for upcoming business, and a certified motion to enter executive session. New Business - Miss Key, filling in for the regular presenter, gave one ABC application: Downtown Entertainment LLC applied for a special-event retail alcohol license valid for less than seven days. The event, Delta Kai AM, is scheduled for October 23-24 at 511 Jefferson Avenue. An aerial view was shown, no council member asked questions, and no separate vote on the application is reflected in the transcript. Mayor's Report - The mayor thanked multiple departments and staff, including Mike Gardner for a transportation summit presentation, and the A&E/events team for a sold-out Breaking Benjamin concert at the Tuscaloosa Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater, described as one of the largest crowds ever with well over 10,000 attendees. He also praised Mr. Meg's crew for a clean Kentuck event and for garbage trucks cleaning the Strip at 1 a.m. - The mayor noted upcoming events: John Perlite on Friday night with about 200 tickets remaining, Tech Retreat on Thursday, and installation of an ice skating rink. He also mentioned six new parks that were handed to the department head for permitting and related issues. Board Appointments Discussion - Miss Jobson reported two boards with expired terms: Tuscaloosa Tourism and Sports (Doug Killow and Dr. Lewan Hutchinson) and PARA (Dr. Craig Fairburn). Fairburn was understood to want to continue. - One council member asked that applications be accepted for at least two weeks for the tourism/sports board, saying he had received interest from potential applicants and wanted others to have an opportunity even though he was not against reappointment. Another council member said he would nominate Dr. Fairburn for another PARA term if Fairburn wanted to continue. - A council member also discussed wanting the city to have an appointed representative on PARA's executive director selection committee, given the city's large funding role. The city attorney said the council could request this of the PARA board, but it was not strictly within the council's authority. A council member asked to put a resolution on next week's city council agenda for a seat at that selection table. Agenda Briefing - Mr. Holmes briefed the council on upcoming business-session items: - A public hearing on the honorary renaming of 26th Avenue East and Alberta Park, with an amendment to Section 18-2, paragraph 27 of the Code of Tuscaloosa, honoring Councilor Tyner. Addresses will not change; honorary signs will be placed with existing street signs. Two additional public hearings are required before a possible November vote. - Rescinding the previous award of a competitive bid and awarding the remainder of the bid period to the second-lowest bidder for bulk water treatment chemicals. - A $339,000 professional engineering services contract with TTL for the River District Parking Lot Improvements Project. - A $237,386 professional services contract with Target Solutions LLC, DBA Vector Solutions. - A contract amendment not to exceed $100,000 with Turner and Townsend Here LLC for the Saving Center project. - A $242,317.39 public works contract to John Plott Company for the Rice Mine Slope Repair Project. - A $375,730.62 contract amendment with Davis Architects for the Sabin Center. - Introduction of Zoning Amendment No. 48, rezoning approximately 0.2 acres at and around 58 Springbrook from SFR2 to GC. - Amendment No. 1 to the fiscal year 2027 water and sewer fund budget. - Setting November 17, 2026, as the public hearing date to consider adoption of Zoning Amendment No. 48. Executive Session - The mayor announced four executive-session items, describing them as sensitive and significant issues. After a motion and second, the city attorney certified that the executive session was authorized to discuss legal ramifications and options for pending or imminent litigation, security plans and critical infrastructure whose disclosure could be detrimental to public safety, and preliminary trade or commerce negotiations. Key Outcomes - The ABC application was presented without recorded questions or action in the transcript. - Council members directed or supported a two-week application/resume window for the Tuscaloosa Tourism and Sports board appointments, and one council member committed to nominating Dr. Craig Fairburn to continue on PARA. - A council member requested that a resolution be brought forward next week for a city-appointed seat on the PARA executive director selection committee; the city attorney advised the council could request it but could not compel it. - The agenda briefing laid out major contracts, zoning, budget, and public hearing items for the upcoming business session. - The council moved to enter executive session after the city attorney's certification.

A brief agenda meeting was called to order at 6:31 p.m., and the regular Whitehall City Council meeting convened at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, in the Council Chamber at City Hall. All seven council members were present. The council approved prior minutes, heard public comment, postponed the minority business contracting ordinance, adopted all fiscal measures except one, and defeated a conflict-of-interest and ethics disclosure ordinance. The meeting adjourned at approximately 7:59 p.m. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Minutes - President Patricia Balser called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. after a moment of silence and the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call showed all members present: Lori Elmore, Larry Morrison, Amy Harcar, Mike Adkins, Brian McCann, Gerald Dixon, and Devin Brown. - All members verified they had received copies of the legislation on the agenda. - Minutes of the October 6, 2026 agenda/regular meeting and the October 13, 2026 committee meeting were approved unanimously. Standing Committee Reports - All seven standing committees reported that they met the prior week; no committee legislation was pending on the regular agenda. Each committee planned to meet again on October 27, 2026. - Councilor Harcar noted that the first QPR suicide prevention training was held the day before the meeting and thanked members and residents who attended. Officials' Reports - Mayor Michael T. Bivens, Economic Development Director Jackie Russell, Public Safety Director Van Gregg, and Neighborhoods Director Chet Ridenour were absent. - Auditor Shaquille Alexander had no formal report but encouraged council members to ask questions. City Attorney Bradley Nicodemus, Treasurer Janell Luke, and Public Service Director Casey Rowlands had brief reports or none. - Rowlands encouraged residents to continue using the 'see something, say something' reporting tool and praised the completed wall at Aetna and Robinwood. - Filed reports included the Auditor's September income tax, General Fund, and spending summary and the Auditor's September Financial Report. No communications, petitions, or claims were filed. Public Comments & Testimony - Mark Butler, a Whitehall resident, submitted a written statement read by President Balser and later by Councilor Harcar. He expressed concern about child sexual abuse grooming, said adults should recognize warning signs, and reported that he has trained more than 10,000 adults and authored abuse-prevention policies for the Catholic Diocese of Columbus. He said a Whitehall Division of Police investigative report concerning Council Member Dixon contained patterns matching grooming warning signs, and he urged council members to review the report, publicly address its concerns, and uphold the integrity of local government. He said the question is not only criminal guilt but whether the conduct described is consistent with the integrity expected of an officeholder, and he called it 'a question of public responsibility.' - Greg Farnsworth, a Whitehall resident and president of the Rams Booster Club, announced a toy drive at Friday's conference championship football game against Columbus Academy, sponsored by Heartland Bank. Unwrapped toys of any age range will be donated to the Aetna breakfast-with-Santa program; the goal is about 200 toys. Donations can also be made by QR code, and he asked council members and residents to spread the word. - Anna Peters, a Whitehall resident, praised the Founders Day event, the historical timeline, and the strong turnout of city leadership. - Michael Spicer, a Whitehall resident, expressed concern that some council members voted no on Ordinance 089-2026, saying the vote appeared to reject accountability and transparency. He noted that some members frequently speak about transparency and ethics. Discussion Items Third Reading - Ordinance 089-2026: Conflict of Interest, Financial Disclosure, and Ethics Training Process (Failed) - The ordinance would create Chapter 195 of the Whitehall Codified Ordinances to establish an annual conflict-of-interest financial disclosure and ethics training acknowledgment process for office holders. - A motion to amend, made by Councilor Brown and seconded by Councilor Harcar, passed unanimously, 7-0. - A motion to adopt the ordinance as amended, made by Brown and seconded by Harcar, failed 3-4. Voting yes: Elmore, Harcar, and Brown. Voting no: Morrison, Adkins, McCann, and Dixon. - After the vote, Brown thanked Auditor Alexander for his work. Auditor Alexander said he hoped to direct future questions about the ordinance to council because 'talk is cheap' and no one had called him with suggestions. Morrison said he did not appreciate being chastised for his vote. Harcar asked about negative implications, and Alexander declined to answer again. President Balser called the criticism of a vote 'ridiculous' and 'unprofessional' and moved the meeting on. Third Reading - Ordinance 092-2026: Minority Business Contracting Ordinance (Postponed) - The ordinance would create Chapter 170 of the codified ordinances to establish minimum city contract awards to minority businesses. - Councilor Elmore moved, with a second from Councilor McCann, to postpone it until November 4, 2026. The motion passed unanimously, 7-0. First Reading and Suspension of Rules: Fiscal Measures (all passed 7-0) For each item, council suspended the rules and adopted the legislation on the same evening by unanimous roll call. - Ordinance 101-2026: Authorized transfer from Whitehall Municipal Public Improvement Tax Increment Equivalent Fund 279 to Debt Service Fund 401 for debt service due December 1, 2026 on obligations payable from tax increment revenues. Introduced by Elmore, second by Morrison. - Ordinance 102-2026: Authorized supplemental appropriation in Water Utility Fund 841 and transfer to Debt Service Fund 401 for Ohio Water Development Authority loan debt service due January 1, 2027 on the 2023 water main replacement. Introduced by Elmore, second by McCann. - Ordinance 103-2026: Authorized supplemental appropriation in Sewer Utility Fund 840 and transfer to Debt Service Fund 401 for OWDA loan debt service due January 1, 2027 on sanitary sewer rehabilitation. Introduced by Elmore, second by Adkins. - Ordinance 104-2026: Authorized transfer from General Fund 101 to Debt Service Fund 401 for general and special obligation debt service due December 1, 2026. Introduced by Elmore, second by Harcar. - Ordinance 105-2026: Authorized transfer from Police Department Tax Levy Fund 280 to Debt Service Fund 401 for debt service due December 1, 2026 on capital facilities bonds for the police division expansion. Introduced by Elmore, second by Morrison. - Ordinance 106-2026: Ratified appropriation transfers totaling $44,100 within General Fund 101 and Street Maintenance and Repair Fund 201 executed during fiscal year 2026 under Ordinance 069-2016; declared an emergency. Introduced by Elmore, second by McCann. - Ordinance 107-2026: Amended Chapter 135 to revise General Fund transfer percentages, establish a new transfer structure for Fleet Reserve and Maintenance Fund 313, and repeal Technology Fund 314 and Lifecycle Replacement Fund 315 as information technology operations return to General Fund 101. Introduced by Elmore, second by Brown. Councilor Elmore explained the change affects end-of-month transfers, with Fund 313 covering fleet maintenance for parks, service, and police, and Funds 314 and 315 related to technology. - Ordinance 108-2026: Authorized a $3,000 transfer from the part-time prosecutor account 101.500.51200 to the attorney office intern account 101.500.51850; declared an emergency. Introduced by Elmore, second by Morrison. - Resolution 044-2026: Approved 'then and now' certificates. Introduced by Elmore, second by Dixon. Community Date Board and Council Comments - Council members praised Founders Day, thanked organizers and attendees, and encouraged participation in Barktober on Thursday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the dog park and in Friday's football game and toy drive. - Several councilors addressed the failed ethics ordinance and the public comments about Council Member Dixon. Elmore said 'let your yes be yes and your no be no' and that votes do not require public explanation. Harcar said votes are each member's choice but members should own consequences. McCann said he voted no because state requirements already hold the city accountable, and he had suggested changes that were not incorporated. He also said none of the 11 warning behaviors described had been proven or resulted in a guilty finding. Dixon said he learned in Whitehall schools that people are innocent until proven guilty and that accusers bear the burden of proof. Brown said he and two other councilors had run on transparency and had made themselves available to work on the ordinance; he warned of possible financial or bond-rating implications and yielded his remaining time. President Balser ruled Brown out of order as the exchange grew heated. Key Outcomes - Ordinance 089-2026 failed as amended by a vote of 3 yes to 4 no. - Ordinance 092-2026 was postponed to November 4, 2026 by unanimous vote. - All first-reading fiscal ordinances and Resolution 044-2026 passed unanimously after suspension of the rules. - Prior meeting minutes were approved unanimously. - There was no second-reading legislation on the agenda.