The Public Meeting Index

The City of Coppell City Council met on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, beginning with an Executive Session at 5:30 p.m. (closed to the public), followed by a Work Session at 6:35 p.m., and the Regular Session at 7:34 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Center. All eight council members were present. The meeting included proclamations, a consent agenda with 14 items, public comments, a public hearing on zoning text amendments, and a work session discussion on a Non-Park Building Naming Policy. Consent Calendar - Approved unanimously (8‑0) the following items en bloc: - Minutes of September 22, 2026. - Acceptance of Sam Gorgone’s resignation from the Animal Services Advisory and Appeals Board. - Ordinance amending the FY 2025‑2026 budget (Ordinance No. 2026‑1653). - Contract award to Ambercrest Construction, LLC for Council Chambers Remodel ($1,529,901.36). - Purchase of fixed audience seating from Sauder Manufacturing ($68,409.64) via Buy Board contract. - Award of Bid Q‑0826‑01 to Quality Excavation, LLC for reconstruction of Spanish Moss Drive, Spanish Moss Court & Jeb Court ($3,069,243.60 base + $67,500 maximum incentive). - Professional Services Agreement with Alliance Geotechnical Group for geotechnical testing on the Spanish Moss project ($51,305.00). - Architectural Services for Fire Station 2 with PGAL Inc. ($712,862.00). - Purchase of replacement fire bunker gear from North American Fire Equipment ($107,662.50). - Purchase of replacement extrication rescue equipment from sole source Municipal Emergency Services ($115,218.96). - Purchase of fitness equipment from Marathon Fitness ($54,907.00). - Interlocal Agreement with Coppell ISD for School Resource Officers. - Three agreements for Disaster Debris Monitoring and Consulting Services (DebrisTech LLC, True North Emergency Management LLC, Thompson Consulting Services LLC). - Renewal contract with United Healthcare for dental insurance ($352,769). Public Comments & Testimony - John Murphy (931 Laguna Drive) spoke about ongoing noise (from 48 to 58 decibels) and alleged code violations related to the Kroger gas station (lighting, storage, truck routing, landscaping). He urged council to address non‑compliance. - Kandyce McCracken (824 Oxford Court, Lewisville), representing the Coppell Interfaith Group, invited the council and community to a public open house for the Fort Worth Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints in November. Discussion Items - Work Session: Non‑Park Building Naming Policy – Deputy City Manager Traci Leach presented the draft policy, which establishes criteria for naming non‑park city facilities after individuals. Key discussion points: whether to adopt as an ordinance or internal policy (council favored policy 6‑1 to retain flexibility); a supermajority vote of 5‑2 required for approval and revocation; changing the term “building” to “facility”; and ensuring a fair subcommittee selection process. Council directed staff to amend the policy accordingly and to proceed as an internal policy, with the ability to revisit later. - Public Hearing: Zoning Text Amendments (Chapter 12) – Development Services Administrator Matt Steer presented seven amendments: adding “Concrete Batching Plant (Temporary)” as a permitted use in Light Industrial districts; deleting “Technology Equipment Facility”; requiring a Special Use Permit (SUP) for “Cryptocurrency Mining Facility” and “Data Center”; and adding/removing corresponding definitions. The Planning & Zoning Commission had recommended approval with definition refinements. Council discussed the rationale for a six‑month temporary batch plant limit per 18‑month period and the need to include “prime power generators” in the data center definition. No public speakers. Key Outcomes - Consent Agenda – Approved unanimously (8‑0) all 14 consent items. - Zoning Text Amendments – Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Walker, seconded by Councilmember Premkumar, to close the public hearing and approve the amendments with an addition of “prime power generators” after “continuous power generators” in the data center definition. Passed unanimously. Staff will bring back a formal ordinance on October 27, 2026. - Non‑Park Naming Policy – Council directed staff to adopt the policy as an internal (non‑ordinance) document, with amendments: change “building” to “facility”; require a 5‑2 supermajority for approval and revocation; and clarify subcommittee selection. The policy will be revisited if issues arise. - Council Chambers Remodel – Approved under consent; interim meeting locations announced: November 10 and December 8 at Life Safety Park; January 12 at the Library; January 26 and February 9, 2027 at Life Safety Park. - No action resulted from Executive Session. Mayor and Council Reports - Mayor Mays highlighted upcoming community events (Trunk‑or‑Treat on October 17, Scare on the Square on October 24) and early voting (October 19–30) at the new polling location (Cozby Library). - Councilmember Nevels announced a “Understanding School Finance” presentation by Communities United for Public Education on October 14. - Mayor reported on the Metroplex Mayors Association meeting: guest speaker Monty Wynn (Texas Municipal League) discussed the upcoming 90th legislative session, expecting over 9,200 bills filed with 2,200–2,500 impacting cities.

This summary covers the Belgrade City Council workshop held on October 13, 2026. The primary agenda item was a presentation and discussion of the city's comprehensive Utilities Master Plan, prepared over roughly two and a half years by AE2S with city staff. The council also handled routine administrative matters and opened a public forum, which received no comments. Consent Calendar - Councilmember Aaron Bell was excused from the meeting by unanimous vote (motion by Deputy Mayor Matamo, second by Councilmember McGee). Discussion Items Utilities Master Plan Presentation - City Engineer Chad introduced Brian Vyle and Aidan Schaeffle of AE2S, who presented the plan. - The plan was developed in two phases: Phase One (starting 2024) involved field data collection, including surveying over 300 manholes, installing pressure recorders, collecting wastewater flow data, and holding a community workshop. Phase Two converted the findings into project recommendations. - Water rights analysis by WGM Group projected the city's existing rights will cover peak day demand until roughly 2040 and average daily demand slightly after 2040, assuming 4% annual growth. Because the basin is closed, converting agricultural water rights to municipal use will take years and requires advance planning. - Hydraulic model calibration achieved strong results: water system model accuracy matched tank elevations within less than 3 feet in most cases (target about 5 PSI); wastewater wet-weather flows were within the 20% calibration target. - The plan identified a need for additional storage. A three-million-gallon storage tank is already under design to serve a population of about 16,000; two more tanks totaling 3.5 million gallons will be needed by the time the city reaches 30,000 residents. - Well production capacity is projected to be adequate until population reaches approximately 16,000–17,000, assuming wells 8, 9, 7, and 10 perform as expected. A councilmember noted that pump test data for wells 7 and 10 is not yet available, so assumptions are involved. - Conveyance improvements include a proposed 16-inch transmission main loop around the city core. Deferred maintenance needs include replacing aging hydrants and budgeting for roughly 1% of distribution and sewer system replacement per year. - Cost estimates: approximately $27 million in capital projects plus $20 million in pipe replacements were identified for 2026–2030, with about $150 million in total projects across the long-term planning horizon. The financial assessment showed a large gap between project costs and projected utility income. - Wastewater projects focus on lift station improvements, removal of the Farmers lift station, and a study of the truck stop lift station sewer shed, partly due to uncertainty about growth south of I-90 and the existing I-90 sewer crossing. Council Questions and Discussion - A councilmember asked about the storage requirement calculation. AE2S explained the DEQ-based assumption of one average day demand plus fire flow, which is more conservative than the city's historical approach of relying on well capacity with the largest well out of service. The city engineer noted the new hydraulic model now allows day-to-day capacity tracking. - A councilmember asked about annexing subdivisions with independent water and sewer systems. AE2S responded that engineering evaluations would determine whether to integrate or operate them separately, and that state code compliance would need assessment. - A councilmember questioned whether the financial gap included only a portion of rate income and whether impact fees were included. AE2S indicated the figures came from the city's rate and impact fee study and offered to provide clarification in a follow-up letter. - The city engineer noted the plan is already being used to analyze fire flows for new development and to support a DEQ sewer development plan; a similar water approach is being explored. Integration and Next Steps - Public Works Director Greg and others emphasized that the Utilities Master Plan is part of the larger "Clearly Belgrade" master planning effort, sharing population data with the transportation, land use, and parks plans. - The final step will be loading the plan into "Conveyo," a GIS-based platform for real-time updates and public access, rather than leaving it as a static document. - The plan is considered essential for state and federal grant applications and for creating a functional capital improvement plan. - The mayor indicated AE2S will update the final draft with answers to council questions and bring it back in a few weeks for possible adoption. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public provided comments during the three public forum calls. Key Outcomes - Councilmember Bell was excused unanimously. - No formal action was taken on the Utilities Master Plan; it will return for potential adoption after revisions. - The council requested clarifications on financial assumptions and well pump test data before adoption. - During "good of the order," a councilmember who has lived in Belgrade for 36 years expressed amazement at the pace of growth and thanked staff; another councilmember praised the 488-page report as readable and informative.

The Select Budget Committee, chaired by Councilmember Dan Strauss, met on October 13, 2026, from 9:31 AM to 2:30 PM (with a lunch recess from 12:05 PM to 1:11 PM) to review the Mayor's proposed 2027-2028 budget. Central staff presented analyses on budget balancing, general fund sustainability, a proposed voluntary separation program, and department-specific issues for the Office of Planning and Community Development (OPCD) and the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections (SDCI). The committee heard 12 public comments (6 in-person, 6 remote) and one late in-person speaker. No formal votes were taken; all items were heard as information items. The next amendment deadline is October 20, 2026, and the revenue forecast update is scheduled for October 16, 2026. Public Comments & Testimony - Chris (District 6 resident, co-owner of Farm Stand Local Foods): Expressed full support for sustaining meal programs and Fresh Bucks funding, noting that every dollar spent with local farms generates $1.80 in economic activity per UW research. - Matthew Offenbacher (Capitol Hill resident, artist): Urged moving $8 million from SPD's budget to the Office of Arts and Culture, citing an open letter signed by over 700 artists and 110 organizations. Proposed using $13 million from SPD's overpaid payroll and cutting the Police Outreach and Engagement Team. - Jason Austin (Program Director, Meals Partnership Coalition): Supported permanent $1 million funding for meal programs, highlighting that 58 organizations across Seattle rely on this support, including Southeast Seattle Senior Center and Elizabeth Gregory Home. - Jeremy Vray Blick (Owner, Cascadier Produce): Spoke in favor of continued funding for Fresh Bucks and meal programs, describing how the program helps an elderly woman access fresh produce. - Steve Rubstello: Expressed strong concern about public safety, calling for more police officers and better follow-up, and criticized the city's response to repeat offenders. - Crystal Ball: Opposed increased SPD funding, noting three fatal shootings by SPD in the past year and a 13.8% budget increase proposed while $65 million is cut from affordable housing. Cited that investments in housing reduced King County bookings by 20-27%. - Rachel Katoa (Organizer, Church Council of Seattle): Urged a budget reflecting abundance and community care, arguing that services, shelter, and arts funding create real public safety, not policing. - Reverend Alex Booker (District 7 pastor): Stated he is pro-public safety but believes adding police funding is a band-aid. Urged shifting funds to arts, food, after-school, and summer programs for youth. - Rosalie: Described struggles in the trans community, noting a friend's suicide attempt, and criticized a $1.2 million Salvation Army grant that has not been utilized. Asked for more direct support for mutual aid efforts. - Ref Lindmark (Volunteer co-lead, Blessed Sacrament Church Sunday dinner): Urged continued support for meal programs, noting the number served rose from 300-350 to nearly 700 per Sunday, and costs increased significantly. - Laurel H: Expressed concern about antisemitism and pro-Hamas messages at Cal Anderson Park, criticizing the city's silence and subsidizing of groups she said promote violence. Thanked Councilmember Rivera for raising antisemitism. - Logan Schmidt (MBAX): Commented on SDCI's budget, supporting Central Staff's Option C for quarterly reporting and fund policies, and requested a clear methodology for permit fee calculation. Supported maintaining contingent budget authority. - Cedar: Spoke against increased police funding, citing $350 million in settlements since 2020, and argued for funding the fire department instead. Described a personal experience where fire department saved their life. - Hannah (Pioneer Square): Called for investment in arts and community building rather than SPD increases. Criticized overpriced public bathrooms ($140K each) and fake job positions cushioning budgets. - Stephanie Sismaet (Assistant Director, Community Dining Program at Sound Generations): Supported permanent meal program funding, describing how the program serves older adults at 16 locations and helps offset rising food costs. - Julie Chang Shulman (Co-executive steward, Forever Safe Spaces): Updated that the open letter for arts funding from SPD budget now has over 1,000 signatories and 130 organizations. Shared personal story of how arts community provided sanctuary, and noted a historic decline in violence after a $3.6 million arts investment. - David Haynes: Called the homelessness crisis a

The Houston City Council convened on October 13, 2026, at City Hall to recognize four proclamations honoring the Firefighters Foundation of Houston, pioneering broadcaster Jane Kennedy, St. John's School, and Southern Smoke Foundation. After the invocation and pledge, the council approved minutes from October 7 and a procedural motion to prioritize specific speakers. A lengthy public comment session followed, covering residential parking, nonprofit support, pedestrian safety, noise complaints, cryptocurrency fraud, illegal dumping, and other community concerns. Proclamations - Firefighters Foundation of Houston: A proclamation recognized October 13, 2026, as Firefighters Foundation Day in Houston, honoring the foundation's 20 years of service, noting that 96 cents of every dollar donated go directly to emergency equipment for the Houston Fire Department. The foundation, comprising all volunteers, works with HFD to identify equipment needs, including boat, high water vehicles, thermal cameras, and automatic equipment. Jane Kennedy Day: Honoring Jane Kennedy: Mayor Pro Tem Martha Castel Tatum presented a proclamation recognizing Kennedy's groundbreaking achievements as the first African American woman to co-anchor a network sports broadcast (CBS NFL Today, 1978), first female ringside boxing commentator, and first Black Miss Ohio USA. Kennedy's memoir "Plain Jane was cited. Councilmembers celebrated her impact on representation and community work. St. John's School: A proclamation recognizing St. John's School on its 80th anniversary, founded 344 students in 1946 and citation of students forming Open Discourse Collective (ODEC) promoting campus. Students from the Open Discourse Collective enrollment and appreciation for council recognition. So Southern Smoke Foundation Day: Recognized October 3, 2026, as Southern Smoke Foundation Day, noting its founding from 2015, raised over $463,000 for MS Society in 2016 and $501,000 in Hurricane Harvey relief to 139 workers, and expanding to national nonprofit providing $17 million in relief to food and beverage workers. The annual Southern Smoke Festival returned to Discovery Green featuring 90 chefs including 25 James Beard Award winners. Councilmember Jackson commended the organization. Public Comments & Testimony Public Comments: - Stephen Siegel (resident, 1200 block of Arlington) argued for a residential parking permit designation; stated that 90% of occupied parking spaces are used by non-residents, exceeding the city's 60% threshold, and that emergency vehicles (fire truck and ambulance) were blocked due to parked cars. - Sheila Turner (interim director, HEART program) along with trainees Kendall Grant and Adrien Clark thanked council and described the nonprofit serving 140 individuals with IDD at two locations providing workforce training and vending services. Speaker expressed appreciation for council support and encouraged continued support and more vending machines. - Clemente Porter (HEART program) spoke about job skills, life skills training, and vending sites, highlighting the program’s effect on customer service and dignity. - Kenneth Zapata (HEART program) and additional grateful for council support for vending sites. - Mark Rodriguez (community organizer, 77088) raised concerns about HPD South Central substation, citing an incident with officer conduct and a hang-up call by a sergeant. Submitted a child’s child complaint about trust about homeless complaints, and advocacy. - Jorge Ruiz (resident, Washington Avenue) expressed frustration over extreme noise problem on Washington Avenue leads schools lost, and daughter miss days due to noise; specifically named bar nest to Arlo Chicken Sports and Cana bar with speakers leaving; requested HPD officers Thursday to Monday present problems. -Jennifer Wandro (AARP Texas representative for 600,000 members in Harris County) spotlighted Cryptocurrency kiosk fraud over age 60 Texans lost 396 million in 2025 for older adults losing savings; urged partnership and public education; not opposed to cryptocurrency innovation but consumer protections but need protections in San Antonio ordinances. -Elizabeth Watkins (Acres Homes resident) discussed 279 illegal dumping violations in zip 77088 and dangerous building positions; noted dangerous buildings on 7720 West Montgomery and 750 Fair with missing deadlines to secure buildings squatters and continued dumping; requested written status and enforcement timeline. - Roberto Coelho (community member) provided feedback on Hutfutin Street Community Project) completed; commended council for work, noted city funding issues; also addressed education and cryptocurrency scams with AI, and regulatory. - Florida Chargois Cooper (survivor, cancer from 1988 MD Anderson presents "Hang Tough" program and leadership transition to Charles Savage and Dr. Bruce Johnson; offered pastoral support for people undergoing storms of cancer; council members praised her leadership. - Bruce Johnson (representing 1000 Men Empowerment group) expressed he had handed the facility of 15 beds for homeless persons but was told they told no funds available from city; submitted application in August 2023 but no funds; council recommended applying new NOFA and provided HCD information. - Mother Kiki (born for council support for homeless communities; also sharing ministry message about sin and sin and preparation for message and declaration of a prophetic conference all over the world; invited council to send delegate to bring message; councilmember Jackson thanked her advocacy. - Cesar Espinosa (community member) clarified earlier question about equality of accountability for black communities vs. the Hispanic community; council not directly addressed the question and answer time expired. Discussion Items - Councilmember Alcorn presided over proclamations while Mayor Pro Tem attended funeral. - Councilmember Salinas responded to Elizabeth Watkins: noted $3 million budget amendment for illegal dumping enforcement and opportunity for community input; community input meetings to loop in. - Councilmember Panzarella addressed Jorge Ruiz’ noise concerns: said working with HPD to hold bad actors; raising concerns with speakers and public and anticipates revisiting ordinance but will hand over. - Councilmember Salinas also acknowledged Jensen’s advocacy for ways steps and cryptocurrency scam problem; committed to legislative priority with aging services. - Councilmember Davis apologized for Mark Rodriguez; noted South Central does great work; offered to work on behalf of complaint; council office. - Councilmember Pollard urged city to show proof of private well for Karen Jennings’ manhole issue; asked city attorney to meet with city attorney to address documentation and called customer is right. Key Outcomes - Minutes of October 7, 2026, and a procedural motion to suspend rules (Councilmember Alcorn) dwad to top of three-minute non-agenda and second to top of one-minute non-agenda list. - Council acknowledged public speakers each heard; some speakers: Stephen Siegel (agenda for tomorrow candidate) comment; a scheduled scheduled. - A sweeping program for four mentioned; resolution on pedestrian safety on University Boulevard: Councilmember Panzarella pledged to work with improvements on safety and mayor council; budget appropriation in city. - HCD will notify new NOFA for homeless services to Bruce Johnson; council and information to apply. - Councilmembers all will follow up with illegal dumping identification from Solid Waste removal close of business at the council day (October 13, disposal. - Office hours from student recognition from students organizations collective calendar. - Councilmember Jackson committed to downtown into direct next steps Southeast to other southeast. - No additional action on other other appointments. Speaker: Cesar Espinosa’ complaint growing concerns not committee but noted not resolved.

The Houston City Council Public Safety Committee met on October 13, 2026, to receive a presentation from the Houston Professional Firefighters Association (HPFFA) and UT Health Houston on the Texas Firefighter Cancer Study. Councilmembers Alcorn and Flickinger attended, along with staff from several council offices. No agenda or minutes were included with the transcript; this summary is based solely on the meeting transcript. No formal votes were taken, no public speakers signed up, and the next committee meeting was scheduled for Monday, November 9, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Public Comments & Testimony - None. The chair noted that no public speakers had signed up and no audience members requested to speak. Presentation: Texas Firefighter Cancer Study Overview and Update - Marty of the HPFFA opened by honoring the 25th anniversary of Captain Jay Yonke's death, noting that his sacrifice led to the fourth firefighter on Houston Fire Department apparatus. - HPFFA secured $5 million in the Texas state budget for the study. Marty credited legislative champions including Representative Lacey Hull, Representative Jared Patterson, and Stan Kitzman, and noted that earlier efforts under a previous administration stalled because the City of Houston would not share data with researchers. - Marty initially reported 700 enrolled firefighters; Dr. Wong corrected and updated that figure to 780 participants so far. The study includes over 14 fire departments across Texas, including Houston, El Paso, Brownsville, San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, and Fort Worth, with a target of 1,000 participants. - Dr. Wong reported Texas Commission on Fire Protection data showing firefighter cancer diagnoses rising from 19 in 2019 to nearly 100 in 2024. She described this as an epidemic. National data cited by Dr. Wong show firefighters have a 9% higher cancer incidence and a 14% higher cancer mortality rate than the general population. - The study has collected over 13,000 biospecimens and over 10,000 data points, with a 79% retention rate at the second visit. The team has held nearly 400 stakeholder meetings across the state. - The study has three projects: (1) carcinogenic exposure assessment using fireground, fire station, and vehicle sampling plus biomarker measurements before and after fire suppression; (2) occupational cancer epidemiology linking the Texas Cancer Registry with firefighter-specific databases; and (3) cancer screening promotion using focus groups and interviews, with 35 firefighters participating in 14 interviews. - UT Health has published peer-reviewed research and secured $1.2 million in CIPRIG grant funding for decontamination practices research with the Houston Fire Department. The team is also pursuing funding from NIH and the American Cancer Society. - Year two priorities include expanding to 1,000 participants, analyzing collected biospecimens, constructing statewide cohorts, and finalizing screening behavior determinants. - Long-term goals include biomarker-based risk signals, prevention through reduced exposure, evidence-based policy changes, and a statewide longitudinal cohort and biobank. Fire Chief Remarks - Houston Fire Department Fire Chief Tom Mignos spoke about the human impact, including a retired district chief diagnosed with stage four lung cancer five months after retirement. He noted that 311 names were added to the memorial wall this year and that 247 of those were cancer-related. - Chief Mignos said the study helps the department choose proper gear and track whether protections are improving. He emphasized the department's commitment to taking care of members and their families. Council Discussion and Q&A - Councilmember Alcorn asked about the 9% incidence figure. Dr. Wong clarified that firefighters have a cancer incidence rate of 1.09 compared with 1.0 for the general population in the cities studied. - Asked about biomarkers, Dr. Wong explained that the team measures proteins, DNA, RNA, and other molecular markers in blood, urine, nasal, saliva, and skin samples. Individual-level biomarker results have not yet been returned to firefighters. - Councilmember Alcorn asked about line-of-duty death benefits. Marty and Chief Mignos explained that Texas presumptive cancer law covers 12 cancers and that state and federal public safety officer benefits can apply, including for retirees with some nuances. Federal PSOB benefits were recently expanded to cover occupational cancer. - Asked about the most common cancers, Dr. Wong said skin cancer is the most frequent, accounting for about 50 out of 100 recent Texas firefighter cancer cases, followed by prostate, testicular, and breast cancers. Chief Mignos explained that dermal exposure and off-gassing are major exposure routes. - Councilmember Flickinger asked about obstacles to participation. Marty cited the logistics of collecting samples within four hours after fires and the need for statewide coordination. Dr. Wong said the Texas study is uniquely comprehensive compared with smaller questionnaire-based studies in Arizona and Florida. - Staff from Councilmember Ramirez's office expressed strong support for the study and asked whether findings could benefit other occupational groups. Dr. Wong said the research could also help military personnel and veterans, including those exposed to burn pits, through partnership with the VA hospital. - Staff from Councilmember Carter's office asked about the rising number of cancer diagnoses. Dr. Wong attributed the trend to changing synthetic materials in homes and buildings, increased VOC exposure, and a past culture in which dirty gear was seen as a badge of honor. Marty added that the HPFFA charitable foundation has purchased gear washers for fire stations to address contamination. Key Outcomes - No formal action or vote was taken at the meeting. - HPFFA will return to Austin in the next legislative session to seek additional funding to continue and expand the study, including support for 2027. - The study will continue toward its 1,000-participant target and advance biospecimen analysis, statewide cohort construction, and screening promotion efforts. - The next Public Safety Committee meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 9, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

On October 12, 2026, at 5:30 p.m., the Billings City Council met in regular session. No agenda or minutes were included with the source transcript, so this summary is based on the meeting transcript. The council approved prior minutes, honored a young man who dreamed of being a police officer, proclaimed Make a Difference Day, received council committee reports, acted on the consent agenda, held public hearings, and approved a purchase and sale agreement for Lampman Park. Consent Calendar - The council unanimously approved the September 28, 2026 meeting minutes. - Consent item questions included the Shiloh Flats subdivision plat and Summer Lane access (1J), the Monad Road/36th Street roundabout (1B), the airport advertising, marketing and consulting contract amendment (1G), and the 2027 highway safety grant for the adult misdemeanor treatment court (1I). - The consent agenda was approved by voice vote with Councilmember O'Donnell opposed, excluding items 1.M.2 and 1.L. - Item 1.M.2, payables, was separated due to Councilmember Aspenlighter's recusal and passed 10-0 with one recusal. - Item 1.L, repealing the Animal Control Advisory Board, passed 9-2. Councilmember Aguirre spoke against the repeal, describing herself as the 'patron saint of lost causes' and objecting to further disengaging citizens. Dr. Nicholson joined Aguirre in opposition. Public Comments & Testimony - No one spoke at the early public hearing related to items one and 5A. - During the annexation 2606 hearing, Colton Canader of IMEG, consultant for JMS Holdings, supported the request, noting nearby water and sewer infrastructure. - On Lampman Park, residents Casey O'Malley, Stan Bailey, Mary Pankrats, and Ryan Ikepini opposed the sale. They said public parks should remain public, raised traffic safety concerns, asked for the neighborhood to be consulted about funding a park, and requested single-family zoning if the sale proceeds. - The president of CR Builders, an affordable housing development company, questioned the bidding process, saying a first, full-price offer was not selected, and asked for more scrutiny of future city land dispositions. - Brittany Hunter, the listing agent with Coldwell Banker, defended the process, saying all bidders were notified that offers were in hand and had the opportunity to resubmit. - In non-agenda public comment, Aaron Gallagher, a parent of a Boulder Elementary student, requested a formal safety audit of Boulder Elementary and Billings Public Schools, updated crossing guard criteria, and more collaboration with the Billings Police Department. Reports, Proclamations, and Council Updates - The police chief posthumously appointed Chase Lance as an honorary Billings Police Officer. The family received a shadow box; the chief said Chase's dream was to become an officer and his legacy would live on through organ donation. - Mayor Nelson proclaimed Saturday, October 24, 2026, as Make a Difference Day in Billings. Parks and Recreation volunteer coordinator Jake Milliron said a volunteer fair would be held at Amend Recreation Campus from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in partnership with United Way. - Councilmember Kennedy reported a legislative breakfast at the Northern Hotel scheduled for the next morning at 7:15 with more than 17 legislators invited, followed by an urban renewal tour Wednesday and a city-county-schools meeting. - Councilmember Lindley reported that the Will James school zone project on Grand Avenue had been moved up and would be before the state transportation commission on December 10; the aggressive driving and school zone policy committee is also reviewing city policy. - Staff reported that one ex parte communication about Lampman Park was received after 3 p.m. before the meeting. Discussion Items - Human Relations Commission ordinance (item 2): Carlos Stanton, commission liaison, explained that the amendment removes the fixed meeting date/time in favor of a posted date/time on the commission's webpage and removes redundant membership language. No public comment was offered. First reading passed unanimously. - Accessible parking ordinance (item 3): Parking Manager Tracy Scott said the ordinance updates terminology from 'handicap' to 'accessible', aligns fines with state law (recommending a flat $250 fine), covers fine amounts on signs, clarifies that accessible aisles are for mobility devices, and raises the boot fee from $50 to $200. Councilmember O'Donnell asked about the three-business-day grace period. Councilmember Neese voted no because he opposed setting dollar amounts in ordinance rather than resolution. First reading passed with Neese opposed. - Ward Five and annexation 2606 (items 4, 5, 5A, 6): - Item 4, first reading to expand Ward Five to include property from annexation 2109, passed unanimously. - Item 5, annexation 2606, is an approximately 52-acre property south of Hesper Road and east of South 48th Street West. Staff recommended conditional approval, including zoning designations for neighborhood mixed-use and residential use. Dr. Nicholson voiced concerns about unfunded fire and police services for new development. Councilmember O'Donnell asked about Hesper Road capacity and was told the development agreement includes half-street improvements and right-of-way for a possible future roundabout. The annexation resolution passed 9-2. - Item 5A, the annexation agreement with JMS Holding LLC, passed unanimously. - Item 6, first reading to expand Ward Five to include annexation 2606, passed unanimously. - Property dispositions (items 7-9): - Staff presented step-one resolutions of intent to dispose of Beartooth parcel (0.7 acres), Career Center Park (2.44 acres), and Wilson Park (approximately 15 acres). All were legally advertised and are not needed for city business. The Beartooth parcel was described as part of a school field; Councilmember Pittman said he hoped it could be traded with the school district. All three resolutions passed unanimously. - Staff also announced more properties would return in November and that Rush Park would be removed from consideration because it is in a PMD. - Lampman Park sale (item 10): - Staff recommended approving a purchase and sale agreement with Cal Kunkel for $834,800, above the $825,000 listing price; two other offers at $825,000 were received. Six contingencies relate to zoning and mapping, including the urban residential / urban residential limited future land-use categories. The parks department asked that proceeds be kept in Parks, Recreation and Public Lands for one-time costs and possible matching grant work at Centennial Park. - Councilmember Kennedy offered a substitute motion to pause the sale for 30 days and let all three bidders resubmit. Councilmember Aspenlighter opposed the delay as not acting in good faith. City Attorney Gina Dahl said the city code gives council discretion to select or reject offers, so either path would be permissible. The substitute failed 2-9, with only Kennedy and O'Donnell in favor. - Councilmember Boyette's original motion to approve the sale with an amendment mapping the area as urban residential limited passed 8-2, with Kennedy and Aguirre opposed; O'Donnell did not vote. Councilmember Shaw noted the neighborhood had previously declined special improvement district funding for a park and the city has $250 million in master-planned parks without funding; she supported keeping proceeds in nearby parks. Councilmember Aguirre said a resident's detailed email about wildlife in the park influenced her opposition. Key Outcomes - Approved: Sept. 28, 2026 minutes; consent agenda as amended; payables (10-0); Animal Control Advisory Board repeal (9-2); Human Relations Commission and both Ward Five boundary ordinance first readings (unanimous); accessible parking first reading (with Neese opposed); annexation 2606 (9-2) and annexation agreement; three property disposition resolutions; Lampman Park PSA (8-2, one not voting). - Failed: Substitute motion to delay Lampman Park sale for 30 days and allow resubmission (2-9). - Next steps: - Legislative breakfast will be held Oct. 13 at 7:15 a.m.; urban renewal tour and city-county-schools meeting follow on Wednesday. - Will James school zone project is scheduled before the state transportation commission Dec. 10. - Staff will return in November with more property disposition step-one items and will remove Rush Park from consideration. - Councilmember Aspenlighter's initiative on council meeting timing will be scheduled for a work session the following Monday. - Note: The transcript refers to the Lampman Park buyer as both Cal Kunkel and Kyle Kunkel.

On Monday, October 12, 2026, the Butte Silver Bowl Council of Commissioners held a special meeting to reconsider and amend Resolution 2026-54, which corrects language in the Business Improvement District (BID) assessment table. Nine commissioners were present, three were excused. The meeting focused on legal clarity and procedural compliance after public concerns raised by Robert Edwards. Public Comments & Testimony - Robert Edwards (78 East Park Street) stated he supports the concept of a Business Improvement District but raised serious concerns about procedural compliance. He pointed out missing resolutions: (1) the original resolution 2461 only declared an intention to create the BID, not the actual creation; (2) no annual resolution levying assessments for 2025 was found, and none for 2026 was before the council. He cited Montana Code Annotated 7-12-1132, subsections 4 and 5, requiring annual levy resolutions. He requested that the resolution be reconsidered and voted on after thorough legal review. Discussion Items - Motion to Reconsider Resolution 2026-54 – Commissioner Shea moved to reconsider, noting she was on the prevailing side. The motion passed unanimously (9-0). - Legal Analysis of Amendment – County Attorney Ann Ruth provided a memo confirming that changing the assessment table from “tax assessed value” to “market value” is a language correction. She explained that property tax bills label the assessed value as market value, and the BID board used that number. She acknowledged that while the change is legally defensible under the liberal construction doctrine from a Montana Supreme Court case (Calispell), it has not been specifically challenged and remains open to legal challenge. - Commissioner Comments – Commissioner Gerbrand noted that the assessment method (classification criteria under MCA 7-12-1132(2)(f)) supports using market value as “other measurable criteria.” Commissioner Fisher asked for a condensed legal opinion. Commissioner O’Leary inquired about the 10-year duration of the BID and whether the change affects it; County Attorney Ann Ruth clarified the amendment only corrects language, not the calculation method. - County Attorney on Edwards’ Concerns – Ann Ruth addressed Mr. Edwards’ concerns about the original resolution: she stated that while the 2024 resolution used “intent” language, the attachments (boundaries, assessment method) effectively created the BID, and subsequent actions (e.g., establishing the BID board in April 2025) support that. However, she conceded the language is open to interpretation. Key Outcomes - Resolution 2026-54 Passed (9-0) – The council voted unanimously to place the resolution on final reading and pass it as amended, correcting the assessment table language from “tax assessed value” to “market value.” - Meeting Adjourned – The council moved to adjourn without further discussion.

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The Cleveland City Council met on October 12, 2026, to conduct regular business. The meeting featured presentations recognizing Down Syndrome Awareness Month and declaring October 13 as Bernie Kozar Day. Council also heard public comments on various issues including housing, transparency, and public safety, and passed several emergency ordinances and resolutions. Down Syndrome Awareness Month Recognitions - Councilman Brian Casey led the recognition, highlighting the theme of education. He introduced five educators: Gina Michner, Casey Brown, Amy Siverton, Lauren Galanka, and Mora Jameson, who were honored for their work with individuals with Down syndrome. Casey expressed full support for inclusive education and shared a personal story about his daughter Brianna being denied admission to a Catholic school due to her disability, and his family's successful civil rights complaint with the USDA, which resulted in the school being required to educate her. - Three graduates were recognized: Kellen Donahue (Kent State University), Eve (PACS program), and Brianna Casey (St. Joseph Academy), who also celebrated her 20th birthday. Kellen Donahue spoke about her graduation and current work as a Gear Life Ambassador for the Cuyahoga Board of Developmental Disabilities, advocating for inclusion and diversity. Eve also spoke briefly, expressing love for Brianna and Brian. Bernie Kozar Day Proclamation - Council President Blaine Griffin introduced former Cleveland Browns quarterback Bernie Kozar, recounting his career highlights and his connection to Cleveland. Council declared October 13, 2026 as Bernie Kozar Day in Cleveland. Bernie Kozar spoke about his personal struggles, including addiction and mental health, and emphasized the importance of second chances, education, and community support. He thanked the city and acknowledged his family. Public Comments & Testimony - Saint James Singleton (Ward 9): Thanked council for their hard work and expressed appreciation, noting that he wanted to be in the room to recognize them. - Tyresha Thompson (Ward 9): Spoke about community responsibility using the analogy of group projects. She urged officials to do their part to address crime, affordable housing, schools, and youth opportunities, emphasizing that children are often the ones who pay the price when officials fail. - Daryl Houston (Bedford Heights): Criticized Mayor Bibb's leadership and the law department, calling for accountability. He urged the black community to pay attention and support young leaders, and questioned the lack of elderly black men at a recent community event. - Sabrina Otis (Cleveland): Addressed transparency, stating that officials only use the term after residents complain. She urged council to use transparency properly and not as a cover-up. - James Box (Ward 6): Filed charges against someone for threatening him, reported his tires were stabbed. He called for resignations and requested that police districts have bloodhounds and cadaver dogs to assist in searching for missing persons. - Kiana Bell (Garden Valley): Expressed her family's distress after the Rainbow Terrace explosion, seeking help and accountability. She stated her children are traumatized and struggling. - Bridget Smith Jackson (East Cleveland): Detailed the ongoing housing crisis for Rainbow Terrace families, nearly 16 months after the explosion. She asked for leadership, collaboration, and accountability from the administration, including individualized family plans. She noted she cannot continue as an unpaid substitute for a coordinated government response. - Unnamed speaker (Slavic Village): Concerned about harassment at City Hall and lack of security cameras. He noted the Fourth District has a backlog of 100 pending assignments and urged the mayor to learn from Virginia Beach, the safest U.S. city. - Austria Everson (Ward 5): Addressed the need for accountability and transparency after her prosecution for a boycott. She stated that Detective Timothy Hannon testified that before charging her, he had a phone call with Mayor Bibb, Chief of Police Dorothy Todd, and council members to decide on pressing charges. She called for an independent investigation into city officials. Key Outcomes - Council passed numerous emergency ordinances and resolutions, including: road resurfacing projects (Shaker Boulevard, State Road), the purchase and lease of Miles School for a new Fire/EMS administration building, a grant for the Nora Village Project, a lead safety certificate program, and an extension of the moratorium on building permits until January 29, 2027. - Ordinance 923-2026 (Regional Infrastructure Accelerator Program) passed with 12 yes and 1 nay. - Resolution declaring October 13, 2026 as Bernie Kozar Day passed unanimously. - All other ordinances and resolutions passed with 13 yes. - Council also adopted condolence resolutions for Robert A. Valavin, Dr. Javier Lopez, Mosella P. Thomas Wiggins, Yahwa Ryan, and Jane Sheets. - Council adjourned to the call of the chair, with the next meeting scheduled for October 19, 2026.