The Public Meeting Index

This was the first in a series of capital budget presentations for the FY 2027-28 budget cycle. The board reviewed requests from public safety, emergency communications, fire, and municipal departments. The total bond cap available is approximately $33 million, constrained by prior commitments to school construction. The meeting was originally noticed for October 6, 2026 (as per the agenda and transcript) but the instruction for this summary specifies October 7, 2026. Consent Calendar - Approval of September 22, 2026 Planning Board Minutes: Moved by Ravi, seconded, and passed unanimously. Discussion Items Police Department – Captain Scott Duckworth - Police Range Infrastructure Improvements: Request to extend steel plating and replace outdated range electronics. Previously approved $800,000–$825,000, with $425,000 spent. The current request amount was not explicitly stated; board member Jeremy suggested exploring operational funds to reduce the ask. - Specialty Police Vehicles – Command Truck: Joint PD/fire command vehicle, total cost $875,000–$900,000. The city already holds $400,000 from prior appropriations; an additional $450,000 is requested to replace a 20-year-old vehicle. Costs have escalated 10% per year. Duckworth noted the vehicle is critical for major incidents and events. Board members recommended providing cost comparisons of ongoing repairs and noting the 20-month delivery delay is not expected. Office of Public Safety, Health & Welfare – Director Louis DeRubeis - Blue Light Emergency Call Box Program: Request of $350,000 for 8 new locations (Schofield Park, Mill River Park, Bakutse Park, Cummings Park, West Beach, Chestnut Hill Park, Leone Park). Current system handles over 120 calls/year (60% medical, 40% law enforcement). DeRubeis emphasized these are needed in areas without cell service. Board discussed phasing and master planning. - Public Safety Equipment (Citywide): $425,000 total for five sub-items: 1. Citywide camera program for sensitive locations and coastline ($125,000). 2. Drone as First Responder (DFR) expansion ($95,000) – 800+ deployments in first year, pilot funded previously. 3. Generator for public safety facilities (no separately listed amount). 4. Medical trauma kits and fire hose/ladder replacement. DeRubeis prioritized life safety items (kits, hoses) as top. The account is ongoing; current balance $430,000 expected to drop to $20,000 by January. - Public Safety Vehicle Replacement: Request $1.88 million to replace 20 police vehicles, 3 fire marshal vehicles, 2 motorcycles (at $40,000 each), and a fuel truck for the fire department. Current fund balance $750,000 will buy 7–8 cars. Board noted the police fleet rotation goal is 20 vehicles/year, but only 10–12 have been funded recently. - Public Safety Complex: Not submitted this year; mayor directed resubmission at a later date. Emergency Communications Center – Director Brian Faughan - Citywide Radio Replacement and Upgrade (Phase 2): Request $2 million to outfit police mobile radios with TDMA capability, replace fire department repeaters, and license all radios for state interoperability and AES encryption. Motorola’s end-of-life is 2032; total project cost estimated at $12–$20 million. Phase 1 (portable radios) and fire mobiles already done. Board encouraged phasing and providing cost escalation details (repeater costs up 30% in 7 months). - Network Communications Equipment (Modems): Replace LTE modems with 5G units for police/fire vehicles to improve GPS tracking (AVL). No specific request amount; Faughan indicated cost $1,500–$1,800 per unit. Board asked for phasing options. - Generator Replacement for 911 Center: Replace two aging generators with one 200 kW generator to ensure 96-hour continuous power. No specific dollar amount given; Faughan noted a single bid will be required. The generators failed during a test, causing temperature spikes threatening servers. Stamford Fire Department – Chief Robert Morris - Firefighter Gear (Annual): $243,000 for 54 sets (mandated by collective bargaining). Current funds are being expended. - Hydrant Replacement: $250,000. Hydrant costs have nearly tripled (from $2,000 to $6,000 each). Prior bulk purchase used up; ongoing replacement program. - Air Cylinder Replacement: $60,000 for 30 cylinders (15-year lifespan replacement cycle). - Fire Apparatus – Tanker: New 1,500-gallon tanker to replace a 40-year-old 500-gallon unit. Request amount not specified; last year’s plan involved a $400,000 private contribution from Turn of River, but this year the city would own the asset. Chair suggested it may approach a mandated safety replacement. - Lean-to Structure: $100,000 for a 40’x40’ cover over shipping containers to protect apparatus from weather. Price has not increased. Board asked about width vs. depth and confirmed design. Office of Administration – Director Anthony Romano (new to role) - Acquisition and Disposition of Property: $50,000 as cap non-recurrent funds for appraisals, surveys, title searches (e.g., for municipal waterfront access identification). Board member Ravi questioned whether this could be covered by operating budget; Romano explained it is funded from operating surplus. No current projects. Town Clerk – David Hoak - Land Records Backfile Conversion (Year 3): $99,715 to digitize 269,500 pages (769 volumes) at $0.37/page. This multi-year project now covers back to 1983. Year 1 (to 1992) is underway; Year 2 (to 1987) will be funded through restricted revenue. One more annual request will reach 1976. Benefits include preservation, public access, and revenue generation. Other Items - Office of Administration – Technology (Prasant Tangirala): Not present; presentation postponed to a future meeting. Key Outcomes - No votes were taken on any capital budget requests; this session was solely presentations and discussion. - Board members consistently asked for phasing options, cost escalation evidence, and comparisons of ongoing maintenance costs to support funding decisions. - The public safety complex request was withdrawn per mayoral directive. - The Chief Information Officer’s presentation was postponed. - The board will continue capital budget hearings on October 13 and October 27, 2026.

The Santa Rosa City Council and the Santa Rosa City Schools Board held their first joint meeting in seven years on October 7, 2026. The meeting convened at 6:03 PM and adjourned at 8:29 PM, focusing on two critical pillars of collaboration: youth safety and the economic impact of education. Mayor Mark Stapp and School Board President Caston co-chaired, with presentations from Superintendent Dr. Monica Thomas, Police Chief John Cregan, economist Dr. Robert Eyler, SRJC President Dr. Angelica Garcia, and SSU President Dr. Michael Spagna. Public Comments & Testimony - Duane Dewitt (Roseland alumni): Called for authentic community engagement and for expanding vocational programs (shop classes, explorer programs) as alternatives to gang involvement. - Priscilla Cordero (via interpreter): Representing English learners and low-income students, she questioned the district's financial priorities and requested more resources for non-duplicated students. - Carlos Gonzalez & Johnnie Balmontes (TRIO Pre-Collegiate Program, SSU): Requested letters of support from the City and School District for their federal TRIO grant, emphasizing the program's four-decade history of helping first-gen and low-income students. - Janice Karrman: Supported widening occupational pathways, noted the burden of student debt, and urged stronger business-school partnerships. - Jen: Criticized the inaccessibility of public comment at SRCS board meetings (no virtual option) and advocated for equal data visibility and support for girls' flag football. Discussion: Youth Safety Update (Item 8.1) - Superintendent Thomas and Chief Cregan highlighted the strong SRCS-SRPD partnership. - Positive Data: Double-digit drops in controlled substances, weapons, and fights on campus. Suspension rates declining. Student perception of safety steadily increasing. No stabbings or loaded firearms on campus reported in 2025/2026 YTD, compared to four of each in 2022-2024. - Police Calls: SRPD responded to 6,000 calls at SRCS since 2022. Calls peaked in 2023 and are trending downward. - Strategies: Behavioral Threat Assessment Teams (BTATs), Violence Prevention Partnership (VPP), expanded use of the Stop It app. - Challenges: Off-campus conflicts spilling into schools, police staffing shortages (14 unfilled patrol beats), and a $14 million city budget shortfall preventing funded School Resource Officers (SROs) despite an approved 2025 MOU. - Council/Board Discussion: Councilmember Rogers asked about suspension disproportionality; Dr. Thomas acknowledged disparities for students of color and unhoused youth. Trustee De La Torre noted the MOU's positive framework. Trustee Medina expressed strong opposition to armed SROs, stating they do not feel safe for marginalized students. Trustee Caston proposed a youth involvement opportunities database. - Outcome: Item received and filed. The Mayor and Board President announced the reappointment of a school board member to the VPP. Discussion: Education's Role in Santa Rosa's Economy (Item 8.2) - Economic Context (Dr. Eyler): Schools act as critical infrastructure for economic development. Santa Rosa City Schools represents about 20% of the county's K-12 workforce, generating a 1.2x economic multiplier. He projected significant enrollment declines due to demographic shifts, creating major workforce headwinds. - Santa Rosa Junior College (Dr. Garcia): SRJC serves 33,000 students (43% Latino, 80% part-time). Its CCAP program providing free college credit to high schoolers grew from 275 to 1,000 students. She highlighted that impacted programs (nursing, dental hygiene) are constrained by facility space. - Sonoma State University (Dr. Spagna): SSU placed 71 teachers in SRCS since 2018. He proposed a "Santa Rosa Compact" to create a seamless K-12 to career pipeline. Stressed paid internships, career readiness, and the Seawolf Promise program. - Council/Board Discussion: Trustee Kirby confirmed CCAP is free and discussed program expansion. Trustee Medina asked about SB 1255 (HSI designation), which Dr. Garcia noted is currently unfunded. Councilmember Alvarez asked about education efficiency in the face of AI and technology. Trustee Du Fosee advocated for neurodivergent students. Trustee De La Torre raised the challenge of graduates finding local college-level jobs. - Outcome: Item received and filed. Strong support was expressed for developing the Santa Rosa Compact. Key Outcomes - Joint Meetings Restarted: The boards committed to making these joint meetings a regular occurrence. - VPP Appointment: A school board member will be appointed to the Violence Prevention Partnership. - Santa Rosa Compact: The City, School District, SRJC, SSU, and Chamber will explore a formal compact to align education with workforce needs. - Youth Safety Direction: Staff was directed to continue strengthening the SRPD-SRCS partnership and pursue funding for SROs and a youth opportunity database. - Economic Partnership Direction: Staff was directed to deepen ties with higher education to bolster the local talent pipeline and address workforce job placement.

The Fairview Municipal Advisory Council (MAC) held a regular meeting on October 7, 2026, at the Castro Valley Library, with Chair Sally Philbin presiding. The agenda included informational updates on the countywide Pedestrian, Bicycle, and Trails Master Plan and the Second Street Sidewalk Project, as well as an action item on a fence variance. Councilmembers present: Philbin, Vice Chair Vanessa Rhodes, Beth Farmer, and Chris Higgins. Public comments covered traffic safety, trail planning, and neighborhood concerns. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The council approved the minutes of June 4, 2026 (3-0-1, with Vice Chair Rhodes abstaining as she was absent) and September 1, 2026 (4-0). Public Comments & Testimony - CHP Officer Pabst reported for September: 42 traffic citations, 9 non-injury crashes, 1 injury crash, 1 DUI arrest, 1 stolen vehicle recovered; announced upcoming Halloween pedestrian enforcement and a Start Smart class on October 14. - Bruce King (Friends of San Lorenzo Creek) provided an informational announcement about the planned San Lorenzo Creekway multi-use trail from the bay to Don Castro; encouraged attendance at a community workshop on October 14 and noted potential connections to Fairview. - Mimi Dean (Save Sky West Open Space) reported on efforts to preserve at least 50 acres of Sky West Open Space (126 acres total), the top overwintering site for Western Monarch Butterflies in the East Bay; urged public participation in a November/December walk. - Rolando Gonzalez (East Bay MUD) notified the council of planned water service interruptions on October 7 (Fairview Avenue) and October 8 (Gillensick Drive and Arena Corps) for the Zorel Pipeline Replacement project. - Bobby urged the council to take public comments on agenda items before their own deliberation to incorporate community input, referencing the Brown Act. - Tarek Jalili (Fairview Avenue resident) requested that a 700-foot sidewalk gap along Lone Tree Cemetery frontage on Fairview Avenue be listed as a priority in the master plan update, noting safety hazards and lack of lighting. Discussion Items 1. Alameda County Public Works – Pedestrian, Bicycle, and Trails Master Plan Update (Informational) - Presentation: Lauren Pepe (Tool Design Group) presented the update to the 2019 plan, covering unincorporated areas including Fairview. Key data: limited existing bicycle facilities (one disconnected north-south route), pedestrian gaps between neighborhoods, and crash data from March 2021 to March 2026 showing no serious or fatal crashes in Fairview. Councilmember Higgins disputed this, citing multiple serious crashes (head-ons, hit-and-run) that he said were not reflected in the data. Chair Philbin and others emphasized the need to account for horse traffic, e-bikes, and emergency egress routes. Public comments echoed safety concerns, and Dale Silva noted the impact of e-bikes on the hilly terrain. The plan will continue with community engagement through interactive maps and surveys, with the next MAC presentation in spring 2027. - Note: The council took no action; item was informational. 2. Second Street Sidewalk Project Update (Informational) - Presentation: Jingna Zhang (Deputy Director, Alameda County Public Works) reported that construction is approximately halfway complete on the 4,500-foot project from Silvan Glencourt to Wintfeld Road. Completion is expected in early 2027, weather permitting. Issues raised by Chair Philbin and public speakers include: steep driveway slopes causing scraping; cracks in new sidewalks; the sidewalk extension into the street at Bland (creating a single-lane pinch); lack of red-painted curbs to prevent parking; insufficient notice to residents on Uvis Court; and a dangerous hole at the corner of Second and Wintfeld. Staff stated that punch-list repairs will address cracks and that driveway slope issues are being reviewed. - Next Steps: Public Works will inspect and follow up on specific driveway and pavement concerns. 3. PLN2025-00169 – Variance for Fence and Gates at 3850 Arbutus Court (Action Item) - Staff Presentation: Christine Green (Planning Department) recommended denial of the variance, which would allow (1) a 6-foot-tall solid fence within the 30-foot front setback (max 4 ft, 50% see-through), (2) a solid fence in the setback, and (3) driveway gates 2 feet from the property line (min 20 ft). The fence encroaches into the public easement (private road) and narrows the roadway. Staff cited opposition from a neighbor and recommended removal within 90 days. - Applicant Testimony: Co-owner Whitney Spanner argued that the fence is necessary for pool safety (pool is in the front yard, permitted in 1968), privacy, and security due to a neighbor’s history of harassment. She noted the topography and limited flat land make moving the fence back impractical. Several neighbors spoke in support, citing the fence’s effectiveness for containing horses and its consistency with the rural character of Fairview. - Council Discussion: Councilmembers debated the encroachment into the easement versus the unique topography and safety needs. Chair Philbin raised concerns about precedent, but after clarification that no prior variance existed on the parcel, the council moved to vote. - Vote: Motion to grant the variance passed 3-1 (Councilmember Higgins opposed). Key Outcomes - Minutes approved (June 4 with one abstention; September 1 unanimously). - Variance granted for fence and gates at 3850 Arbutus Court (3-1). - Master Plan Update – No action taken; staff will continue engagement and return in spring 2027. - Second Street Sidewalk – Staff will address cracks, driveway slopes, and red-curb markings; residents with specific concerns (e.g., Uvis Court) should contact the project team. - Chair’s Report: Announced a Veterans Day event on November 8 at Lone Tree Cemetery. - Councilmember Comments: Higgins requested a future agenda item on the status of the Office of Unincorporated Services; Rhodes thanked CHP for school zone enforcement and encouraged voter participation in November. - Next Meeting: Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Castro Valley Library.

The New Braunfels Planning Commission held a regular meeting on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 6:00 PM, with eight commissioners present and one absent (Chad Nolte). The commission considered four land use items, making recommendations to the City Council. Key outcomes included the unanimous approval of a counseling office rezoning and two short-term rental (STR) requests, and the unanimous denial of a controversial STR rezoning in a residential neighborhood. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The minutes from the September 1, 2026 regular meeting were approved unanimously (8-0). - Citizens' Communications: No members of the public addressed the commission on non-agenda items. Discussion Items - PZ26-0302 (1283 State Highway 46 South): The commission voted unanimously to recommend approving a rezoning of 2.6 acres from R-2 AH and APD AH to C-O AH (Commercial Office, Airport Hazard Overlay). Staff recommended approval, citing consistency with the comprehensive plan and an appropriate transition between the arterial road and nearby residences. Applicant Quintin Santiago discussed submitted neighbor support letters. No public testimony was given. - SUP26-266 (1330 Fieldcrest): The commission voted unanimously to deny a request to rezone 0.32 acres from R-1 (Single-Family) to C-O SUP for a short-term rental. Staff recommended denial, noting that roughly 28% of notified property owners submitted opposition responses and arguing the rezoning would disrupt the established residential zoning pattern. Five neighboring residents spoke in opposition, emphasizing the residential character of their cul-de-sac and concerns over changing the underlying zoning to commercial. Applicant representative TJ Grossi argued the rezoning was a procedural requirement of city code and expressed agreement with the commission's stance against inserting commercial pocket zoning into residential areas. Commissioners cited similar recent denials and concerns over permanently changing the base zoning from R-1. The item will go to City Council with a recommendation for denial. - SUP26-287 (242 East Austin Street): The commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a rezoning from C-1 to C-1 SUP for a short-term rental. Staff recommended approval. Applicant Jeremy Coburn highlighted the property's proximity to Christus Santa Rosa hospital, support from neighbors, and its operation as a family-owned business. Commissioner Mathis commended the applicant for securing neighborhood buy-in. No public testimony was given. - SUP26-313 (1064 Comal Avenue): The commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a rezoning from C-3 to C-3 SUP for a short-term rental. Staff recommended approval. Commissioner Mathis raised a concern about a support response coming from the property owner of an adjacent lot they also owned, requesting better disclosure in future staff packets to distinguish owner support from independent neighbor sentiment. Applicant representative Garrett Mechler clarified there was no intent to mislead. No public testimony was given. Key Outcomes - PZ26-0302 (Miller Estate / Counseling Office): Approved 8-0. Forwarded to City Council. - SUP26-266 (Fieldcrest Moose Lodge): Denied 8-0. Forwarded to City Council with a recommendation of denial. - SUP26-287 (Coburn / East Austin Street): Approved 8-0. Forwarded to City Council. - SUP26-313 (Fritsch / Comal Avenue): Approved 8-0. Forwarded to City Council. - Executive Session: Did not convene. - Adjournment: Meeting adjourned at 6:52 PM.

The Design Review Commission regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. was cancelled due to no business to conduct. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 21, 2026, and a joint/special meeting on October 22, 2026. Consent Calendar - No items. Public Comments & Testimony - None. Discussion Items - None. Key Outcomes - Meeting cancelled; no decisions or actions taken.

The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) met at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at the County Center, 2nd Floor, Tampa, Florida. Chair Ken Hagan presided. The meeting opened with an invocation and Pledge of Allegiance, followed by the 2026 Anti-Bullying Recognition Award ceremony, a Fire Prevention Week proclamation, approval of agenda changes, a 45-minute public comment period, a unanimous consent agenda, time-certain updates on dengue fever and the Tampa Bay Sports Commission, and votes on multiple commissioner items. A lunch recess was scheduled for 11:45 a.m. Opening Ceremonies and Proclamation - Commissioner Donna Cameron Cepeda presented the 2026 Anti-Bullying Recognition Award. Individual winner Madden Moore, an 18-year-old senior at Plant High School, was recognized for founding the “Big and Little Panther” program that paired more than 200 incoming freshmen with upperclassmen. Emerging Leader Award winner Nariah Rivera, a 10-year-old fourth grader at Lamona Elementary School, was recognized for anti-bullying activities through the Boys & Girls Club and an anti-bullying art show. - Sponsor Eliya Ewing of Windward Wealth Management presented gifts to both award recipients. - Commissioner Chris Boles presented a proclamation declaring October 4–10, 2026 as Fire Prevention Week in Hillsborough County. The 2026 theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging is a Superpower,” focused on lithium-ion battery fire risks. Fire Chief Jason Doherty and the Fire Marshal accepted the proclamation. Agenda Changes - The Board approved, 7–0, the revised agenda. Commissioner Cohen’s F-4 was revised to refer to micromobility devices including e-bikes, bicycles, and scooters. Commissioner Wostal removed consent items A-10, A-11, A-12, and A-39 for discussion. Time-certain items were set for 10:00 a.m. (G-1, B-1, B-2) and 10:15 a.m. (E-1). Consent Calendar - The Board approved the consent agenda 7–0. The consent agenda included more than 60 routine items and unanimous actions, including code enforcement liens and releases; maintained right-of-way maps; interlocal and grant agreements; procurement and cooperative contract awards; budget amendments; and Board reports. Notable consent items included: - A-9, directing the County Attorney to prepare and bring back annually a resolution opting not to exempt multifamily units serving households at 80–120 percent of median income under Section 196.1978(3)(o), Florida Statutes. - A-10 through A-12, Housing Finance Authority multi-family revenue bond resolutions for Garrison Flats ($26,500,000; 100 units), Mobbly Shores ($29,500,000; 159 units), and Cortaro Heights ($23,500,000; 100 units). These three were removed from consent and deferred later during the meeting. - A-13, authorizing up to $200,000,000 in Housing Finance Authority single-family mortgage revenue bonds. - A-58, awarding a $21,324,171 contract for Thonotosassa Park Expansion and Library Replacement. - A-39, which was removed from consent and handled separately as a Community Investment Tax public hearing item. Public Comments & Testimony - Margaret James Jamsky, speaking with Preserve Rural Lithia, opposed making Lithia the pilot for the proposed Transportation Investment Corridor framework (F-1). She said residents had been consistent: “Fix the infrastructure, slow down the growth,” and that the proposal starts from an assumption that growth in Lithia is a given, in a rural area outside the Urban Service Area. - Lorene Gullaner described her four-and-a-half years navigating family court as a domestic violence survivor, alleging mistreatment by officials and attorneys, and requested library-based, classroom-style family law workshops. - Layla Lillyquist urged the county to create a school-based tree-planting program, citing 250,000 students, Florida’s 49th ranking in volunteerism, and the loss of one-third of the county’s tree canopy. - Tony Rivera, president of The Plantation homeowners association, thanked Commissioner Hagan and the county for road repairs after 35 years and requested additional sidewalk and village road work, submitting a list of problem locations. - Tom Cobert, a Vietnam-era Air Force veteran, urged the county to take local action to prevent federal agents from intimidating voters at polling places. - Karen McGinnis Vaughn, vice chair of the Hillsborough Historic Resource Review Board and a Mosley Homestead trustee, objected to the School Board’s approval of a workforce housing pilot at McLane Middle School, citing lack of transparency, absence of Historic Resource Review Board consultation, infrastructure concerns, and the 1910 school building’s historic value. Dengue Fever Update and Mosquito Control Emergency Items (G-1, B-1, B-2) – 10:00 a.m. - Dr. Carla Fry (Florida Department of Health administrator and health officer), Josh Bilotti (Engineering & Operations), Fire Chief Jason Doherty, and Acting Emergency Management Director Jerry Stickney presented a coordinated situational update. - Hillsborough County had 223 confirmed locally acquired dengue cases, with additional cases awaiting confirmation. Dr. Fry said this is the largest dengue outbreak in Florida’s modern history. - Mosquito control and outreach statistics presented included: 22,000 homes visited; more than 500 businesses reached; more than 350,000 acres treated by aerial and ground application; more than 6,500 mosquito dunks distributed; more than 14,000 repellent packets and wipes distributed; more than 3,000 tires identified and notified; 236 media mentions; television and radio ads reaching more than 20 million people; more than 148,000 social media impressions; and more than 41,000 HCFL Alert contacts. - B-1, approved 6–0, retroactively approved three non-declared emergency procurements with ADAPCO, LLC totaling $848,755.50 for mosquito control products, funded from FY26 approved budgets. - B-2, approved 6–0, retroactively delegated authority to the Engineering & Operations Director to execute a mutual aid MOU with Lee County Mosquito Control District, retroactive to September 23, 2026. Costs for products provided to Lee County were estimated at $250,000 from the BOCC-Dengue Fever Outbreak-Disaster Events Fund. - Staff said procurement costs had risen from about $2.5 million to $4.1 million, and to more than $6 million after a purchase order issued the morning of the meeting. The county is using disaster/emergency reserve funds and seeking state reimbursement. - Commissioner Cameron Cepeda expressed concern about over-spraying, human health effects, and harm to bees. Staff responded that products are EPA-approved, applied by licensed applicators according to labeling, and that local beekeeping associations are notified before missions. - Commissioner Cohen asked about residential inspections and repellent. DOH advised dumping standing water from items such as dog dishes, toys, plant saucers, and tires, and treating insect repellent as routinely as sunscreen. - G-1 to receive the report was approved, recorded as 6–0 after a vote-count correction. ZooTampa Funding Agreement (B-3) - The Board approved, 4–3, a 15-year agreement providing up to $75,000,000 in Renewed Community Investment Tax funding to ZooTampa, matched 1:1 by $75,000,000 from ZooTampa, for zoo improvements and a proposed South America animal habitat in adjacent City-owned Lowry Park. - Up to $43,000,000 for the South America habitat is contingent on an amendment to ZooTampa’s lease and operating agreement with the City of Tampa to include the 13-acre expansion area. Funding is also contingent on adding the project to the renewed CIT project list, a CIP amendment, and an FY27 budget amendment. - Commissioner Wostal said he fully supports ZooTampa but could not support $75 million when the CIT designated only $50 million for all cultural institutions. Commissioners Cohen, Hagan, and Myers joined him in voting no. Utility Revenue Bonds Budget Amendment (B-4) - The Board approved, 7–0, the FY27 budget amendment resolution related to the Series 2026A Utility Revenue Bonds. Staff described it as utilizing $148.8 million of bond proceeds, while the agenda text states $648,797,696.50 in proceeds; the source material contains this discrepancy. - The amendment makes line-item realignments for the $1.8 billion One Water project, including financing a portion of construction costs, repaying commercial paper and short-term notes, and paying issuance costs. Staff said the net project impact is zero. Greater Hillsborough County Fair Sidewalk (B-5) - The Board approved, 7–0, a resolution and funding agreement not to exceed $79,431 to reimburse the Greater Hillsborough County Fair Association for construction of a new sidewalk at 215 Sydney Washer Road, Dover, at the main fair entrance. The board waived the policy provision requiring reimbursement before construction was completed; funding is in the adopted CIP. Tampa Bay Sports Commission Report (E-1) – 10:15 a.m. - Lanness Robinson, Executive Director of the Tampa Bay Sports Commission, presented the 2026 activity report. In the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, the commission produced over 250,000 room nights against a goal of just over 200,000. - 2026 highlights included NCAA March Madness first/second rounds with over 55,000 fans; Premier League Mornings Live at Armature Works with 15,000 attendees and 5.5 million viewers; WWE Backlash; an England–New Zealand soccer friendly; National Veteran Golden Age Games with over 1,200 participants; and SEC Football Media Days with over 50 hours of ESPN coverage. - Upcoming events include the SEC Gymnastics and American Athletic Conference basketball championships in March 2027, the Florida–Georgia football game in October 2027, and the College Football Playoff National Championship in January 2029. The Board received the report 6–0. Commissioner Items - F-2 (Department of Juvenile Justice): Approved 6–0 to authorize staff to conduct community engagement, identify rezoning requirements, and clarify interlocal/lease terms for DJJ’s potential use of the 40-acre County-owned Stark Road property, previously leased to DJJ from 1975 to 2004, for a detention facility. Staff will return with a report on next steps, costs, and responsibilities. - F-3 (Budget realignment): Approved 6–0 to realign $100,000 in CIP funding from the Highland Pines Outreach Center Capital Contribution to the Cuban Civic Club Capital Contribution because the Highland Pines funds remained unexpended and no agreement had been negotiated. - F-4 (Micromobility ordinance): Approved 6–0 to direct the County Attorney, with county staff and the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, to review state laws on micromobility devices (e-bikes, bicycles, and scooters), evaluate possible local regulations, enforcement mechanisms, and education, and bring back a draft ordinance at the next BOCC meeting. - F-5 (Honorary roadway): Approved 6–0 to designate Bill Noriega Avenue on Carver Avenue. The designation is honorary and does not rename the roadway or change street numbering. Removed Consent Items: Live Local Housing Bond Resolutions (A-10, A-11, A-12) - Commissioner Wostal moved to deny A-10, arguing the Board should not facilitate Live Local Act projects while simultaneously suing the state over the law’s constitutionality, and noting no Live Local projects had been approved in unincorporated Hillsborough County. - Commissioner Cohen offered a substitute motion to defer A-10, A-11, and A-12 to a future meeting to allow additional consideration. The deferral was approved 6–0. Removed Consent Item: Community Investment Tax Public Hearing (A-39) - The Board considered scheduling a public hearing to add the Tampa Bay Rays’ Ballpark and ZooTampa Capital Improvements to the renewed Community Investment Tax project list for the period December 1, 2026 through December 31, 2041. - Commissioner Wostal requested an evening hearing at an alternate East Hillsborough venue in the interest of public transparency. After discussion about quorum and scheduling, the Board split the item: - The alternate 6:30 p.m. hearing for the Tampa Bay Rays item, at a centrally located East Hillsborough venue on a date coordinated by the County Administrator with the Board, was approved 5–1, with Commissioner Myers voting no. - The ZooTampa item was scheduled for October 21, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., as originally advertised, approved 6–0. Future Discussion Items - Commissioner Cohen asked staff to explore drowning-prevention education for children with autism, including free pool alarms available through the Department of Health, and to schedule a measure to rename the Warren Alley Media Room to the Warren Alley and Mark Zewok Media Center. - Commissioner Wostal noted the third anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel and the Board’s prior expression of support. - Commissioner Boles requested a report from the County Administrator and Code Enforcement on the total number, dollar value, and likely collectability of outstanding code enforcement liens, particularly those on properties owned by corporations, LLCs, partnerships, or other business entities. - Chair Hagan requested the County Attorney’s Office to review the agri-tourism statute, Section 570.85, Florida Statutes, and other legal authority, and report on options to regulate substantial off-site impacts including noise, traffic, and public safety, as well as enforcement options. Key Outcomes - Consent agenda approved 7–0. - ZooTampa funding agreement approved 4–3 (no: Commissioners Cohen, Hagan, and Myers). - B-4 and B-5 approved 7–0. - Dengue update received and B-1/B-2 emergency approvals each approved 6–0. - Tampa Bay Sports Commission report received 6–0. - F-2, F-3, F-4, and F-5 each approved 6–0. - A-10, A-11, and A-12 deferred 6–0. - A-39 split: Rays alternate evening hearing approved 5–1 (Myers no); ZooTampa Oct 21 hearing approved 6–0. - Staff were directed on future items related to pool alarms/media room renaming, code enforcement liens, and agri-tourism review.

The Loudoun County Zoning Ordinance Committee (ZOC) met on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, in the Dulles Room of the Government Center. The committee approved the September action report, recommended floodplain overlay zoning amendments, received status updates on data center, cannabis, and other zoning ordinance amendments, and re-elected its chair and vice chair. No public input was offered. Call to Order and Administrative Items - ZOC moved agenda item 7 (Floodplain Overlay District) up to follow item 4; members agreed. - No public input and no disclosures were reported. - The September 2, 2026 action report was approved after the chair noted that public input submitted by Mara had been omitted. The chair also said Mara had alerted the committee that submitted public comments had not been included in ZOC action reports for roughly the last three years. Staff was asked to review the issue and report back at the next meeting. - New members introduced: Madeline Skinner (preservation/conservation organizations), Michelle Rosati (a building industry association), and Ben Wales (Economic Development Advisory Group). Floodplain Overlay District Amendments - Staff member Maggie Howard presented the proposal to replace the Floodplain Overlay District regulations in Chapter 5 with revised floodplain provisions in Chapter 6 as an environmental feature. The package also includes an associated development ordinance amendment and FSM amendments. - Staff said ZOC comments and agency referral comments were incorporated; one item remained in disagreement, and the committee's requested accessory-structure language was included in the second motion. - A member noted that ZOC had previously voted to add active recreation as a use in the major floodplain, but TLUC did not accept that change. - The committee amended the first motion to direct staff to include accessory structures to an existing single-family detached dwelling as a permitted use under the new floodplain regulations. - The committee approved the recommended motion and the associated zoning ordinance amendment on voice votes; staff reported the vote counts as 8-1-6 (8 in favor, 1 opposed, 6 absent) for both. - Staff said the item is expected to go to a Board of Supervisors resolution of intent to amend in November, with Planning Commission review targeted for January/February 2027. Mandatory notices will be sent to affected floodplain property owners and adjacent owners. Data Center Standards and Locations - Phase 2 Update - Staff gave a status update on CPAM-2025-0001/ZOAM-2024-0001. Two open houses were held September 28 and 30, 2026. - Proposed ZOAM changes include revised data center use standards, new electrical substation standards (AIS, GIS, and hybrid), on-site power generation standards, battery energy storage standards, and new or revised definitions. - Several design standards would move from the zoning ordinance to the Comprehensive Plan and be applied as guidelines by the Board during special exception review. - Some members expressed concern that moving design standards to the Comprehensive Plan gives the Board too much discretion because the Comprehensive Plan is often treated as a suggestion rather than a requirement. - Members also questioned limiting detailed standards to battery storage and the 5 MW capacity cap in the IP district. Staff said other energy storage technologies are not categorically barred, but detailed standards have only been developed for battery storage because of available information and application history. - Staff said the ROIA is targeted for December 2026, Planning Commission review for February 2027, and a public hearing around June/September 2027, subject to change. Cannabis Regulation ZOAM-2026-0006 - Planner Kayla Peloquin reviewed Virginia House Bill 30, enacted June 2026, which creates a regulated adult-use marijuana market, authorizes the Virginia Cannabis Control Authority to license establishments, and preserves limited local zoning authority. - Key dates: the Board adopted its resolution of intent in April 2026; Planning Commission public hearing is scheduled for November 19, 2026; Board of Supervisors public hearing is anticipated in early 2027; license applications begin February 1, 2027; licenses may be issued May 1, 2027; retail sales begin July 1, 2027. - The draft would add marijuana uses to zoning districts, add use-specific standards, and amend definitions. The proposal retains the state's 1,000-foot minimum distance from schools, hospitals, child day programs, and institutions of higher education, and proposes 8 a.m.-11 p.m. hours of sale. - Staff proposed definitions for indoor and outdoor cultivation. Outdoor canopy is limited under state licensing to about 10,000 square feet, indoor to about 35,000 square feet, and a secured agricultural greenhouse counts as indoor cultivation. - Several members argued the county should restrict marijuana-related uses to as few zoning districts as state law allows and should not adopt an overly permissive starting point, noting that once licenses are issued they cannot easily be pulled back. - Other discussion points included the zoning districts of existing medical dispensaries, potential conflicts with the Western Loudoun Rural Uses and Standards work, right-to-farm considerations, water consumption, agritourism, double-licensing questions, and public consumption rules. - One member noted the state will issue no more than 350 licenses statewide, generally apportioned by population density, and that this was an increase from an earlier proposal of about 100 licenses. - Staff acknowledged the compressed timeline, noting the legislation passed through the budget process and draft regulations were released only about two weeks earlier. Staff agreed to gather comments and research the zoning classifications of existing medical dispensaries for the November 4 ZOC meeting. Other Status Updates - Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Adjustments 1: Information item only. Staff said work is delayed by workload, with a tentative goal of winter 2026; the ROIA is already complete. Members noted the quick fixes are needed before subsequent fast-track amendments. - Placards (ZOAM-2026-0003): Approved at the September 9, 2026 Board of Supervisors public hearing. The chair said ZOC concerns about placard size, content, and QR codes are still being reviewed with PAC. - Affordable Housing by Tax-Exempt Religious and Nonprofit Organizations (ZOAM-2026-0004): Approved at the September 22, 2026 Planning Commission public hearing; scheduled for Planning Commission public hearing November 12, 2026, with possible Board adoption December 1, 2026. Staff said the number of potentially eligible properties is limited, though the exact number was not clearly stated in the meeting. - Western Loudoun Rural Uses and Standards (WLRUS): Meetings are proceeding on schedule, with some adjustments to accommodate Planning Commission workload. The Mountainside Overlay District meeting was described as spirited and ran long; a motion from the August 24 meeting will be revisited and separated into individual votes as time allows. Committee Membership and Elections - Three ZOC seats remain vacant: the DAR representative, the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce representative, and the environmental organization representative. - The current chair and vice chair were nominated and re-elected by voice vote; the tally was reported as 9-0-6 (9 in favor, 0 opposed, 6 absent). Next Meetings - November 4, 2026, 9:00 a.m., Dulles Conference Room - December 2, 2026, 9:00 a.m., Dulles Conference Room Key Outcomes - Approved the September 2, 2026 action report with a commitment to address omitted public comments. - Recommended Board adoption of the floodplain overlay zoning amendment, including the accessory-structures addition, and approved the related zoning ordinance amendment on voice votes; staff tallies were 8-1-6. - Received updates on data center standards, zoning ordinance rewrite adjustments, placards, affordable housing, and WLRUS; no formal ZOC motions were taken on those updates. - Directed staff to compile cannabis-related zoning comments and research existing medical dispensary zoning classifications for the November 4 meeting. - Re-elected the chair and vice chair for the coming term.

The Hollywood Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Board met on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 9:00 AM (starting time changed to 11:00 AM beginning November) to consider consent agenda items, approve a construction contract for ADA ramps, review Charnow Park improvement designs, discuss recent king tide flooding, and hear public testimony. The meeting lasted until approximately 11:30 AM. Consent Calendar - Item 5 (R-CRA-2026-41): Resolution correcting scrivener's errors in the duration of initial terms of agreements and contract types. Approved 6-1. Board Member Hernandez voted no, citing concern over a seven-year contract period. - Item 6 (R-CRA-2026-42): Resolution changing the start time of regular CRA Board meetings from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Approved 6-1. Hernandez opposed, arguing 11:00 AM leaves insufficient time for meetings. Public Comments & Testimony - Andre Brown, resident: Praised Commissioner Hernandez and other board members for community work. Questioned whether beach buildings are inspected for corrosion. Announced intentions to hold Commissioner Shuham to promises and to pursue churches running businesses over tax status. - Erica Ms. Rani, Sound Connection Distributors: Asked about remaining CRA funds for downtown area and whether warehouses along I-95 are included in CRA. Staff deferred to economic development. - Helen Chervin, 2470 Adams Street: Expressed frustration with neighborhood neglect, code enforcement responsiveness, and lack of education for drivers on new traffic patterns. Requested attention from Commissioner Hernandez. - Leanne Graham, 513 South Ocean: New resident praised beach safety, progress (Burkhardt Construction), and city's response to king tides. Expressed support for low-rise development and appreciation for law enforcement. Discussion Items - Item 7 (R-CRA-2026-43): Resolution approving a Construction Management At Risk Phase II agreement with Burkhardt Construction, Inc. for the ADA Ramps and Stairs Project east of the seawall from Crocus Terrace to Magnolia Terrace. Amount up to $946,597.81. Unanimously approved. The project is funded by the CRA, with pursuit of federal grants noted. - Item 8 (P-CRA-2026-09): Presentation by Marc Gambrill (Director of Design and Construction Management) and Zami Meyer (Project Manager) on Charnow Park improvements. Two design options were presented: - Option A: Relocated splash pad to north side as part of a fenced kids' play area with water misters, expanded fitness area, shaded seating, meandering paths. - Option B: Larger splash pad, larger fitness area, similar layout but with more extensive water play and fitness zones. - Budget: $2 million currently allocated, with possibility of $2 million in matching federal grant (decision expected early 2027). - Board feedback: - Hernandez: Supported center splash pad, shade for fitness equipment, gravel/rock groundcover to reduce dirt runoff, and separate bathroom project. Opposed misters. - Callari: Prefers central splash pad placement, opposed moving it north near residential area. Wants improvements to existing layout with sand buffer system. - Levy: Emphasized preserving straight sightline from parking garage to ocean to avoid meandering paths; protect open space for 5K events; bathrooms should be pulled from this project and funded through parking enterprise. - Gruber: Agreed with straight view, liked splash pad over misters, requested urgent bathroom repairs separated out. - Quintana: Favored central splash pad, concerned about exclusivity, asked for shade trees, water retention features. - Biederman: Supported greenery, suggested using parking fund for bathrooms, requested splash pad be designated as children's play area to prevent adult loitering. - Shuham: Preferred Option B, called for shade for playground and fitness, open space for events, and continued use of greenery. - Outcome: Board directed staff to refine design based on feedback, consider integrating bathrooms as separate project, and return for further discussion after grant determination. Informational Report: King Tide and Flooding Response - IR-CRA-2026-09: Monthly update on beach and downtown activities. Executive Director highlighted recent king tide event on September 27–28, 2026, exacerbated by a nor'easter. Public Utilities Director Vin Morello and Public Works staff presented details on tidal conditions (peak 2.77 feet NAVD at Port Everglades, historically high), operation of tidal gates (39 of 86 gates installed for Lakes area seawall project), and deployment of tiger dams on the boardwalk. - Board discussion: - Gruber pointed out flooding on A1A exit ramp where construction barrels forced traffic into deep water; asked for temporary removal during king tides. Morello confirmed redeploying a pump at that location. - Callari questioned effectiveness of county-planted dunes; staff confirmed dunes deflected water but low areas (Michigan Street) had no dunes and flooded most. - Levy advocated for a pilot project to close openings in the knee wall (or install removable gates) at the lowest elevation area (Michigan Street vicinity) to prevent future broadwalk flooding. - Shuham highlighted sea level rise projections: current king tide levels will be normal by 2050. Supported dunes as part of long-term resilience. - Quintana requested improved communication with county resilience department regarding dune performance. - Outcome: Board directed staff to bring forward a pilot project for knee wall/gates at Michigan Street area and to continue coordination with Broward County on dune performance. Key Outcomes - Approved Resolution R-CRA-2026-41 (scrivener's errors) and R-CRA-2026-42 (meeting time change) on consent, 6-1. - Unanimously approved Resolution R-CRA-2026-43 for Burkhardt Construction ADA ramps contract. - Directed refinement of Charnow Park design options, with emphasis on central splash pad, shade, straight sightline, and separate bathroom funding. - Directed staff to develop a pilot project for knee wall/gates to mitigate king tide flooding at the lowest beach elevation area. - Board requested enhanced communication with county on dune resilience. - Public comments and HBBA letter requesting delay of beach overlay/master plan and formation of a community-business committee were noted.

The Auburn Planning Commission met on the recorded date of October 7, 2026; the agenda and transcript identify this as the October 6, 2026 regular evening session at 6:00 p.m. Vice Chair Kramer presided with Commissioner Hobbs; Chair Hiatt, Commissioner Johnson, and Commissioner Lehmberg were absent. Because no quorum was present, the Commission did not conduct formal business or approve the August 18, 2026 minutes, and instead held the three scheduled study sessions as an informal informational session. All presentations and public comments will be part of the official record. The Commission is next scheduled to consider formal recommendations on all three items on October 20, 2026, with City Council consideration currently set for November 9, 2026. Public Comments & Testimony - Auburn Station Infill Plan: Judy Alberts (226 Live Oak Street, Prospect Hill) voiced concerns about increased traffic, noise, parking, and impacts on narrow streets, noting that Old Auburn Cemetery prevents street widening. Craig Buxton (Hidden Creek) questioned the density and scale of the proposal, and expressed skepticism that bicycle lanes would improve safety on narrow, geologically constrained roads, suggesting a greater need for service buildings. - Cannabis Ordinance: One community member opposed recreational cannabis, describing it as a gateway drug and objecting to city's motivation for tax revenue. Robert Ingall, a lifelong Placer County resident and former licensed indoor cannabis cultivator in Nevada County, supported the ordinance and urged the city to prioritize local applicants and consider multiple licenses for competitive pricing; he noted delivery services and a North Auburn smoke shop already supply cannabis. - Auburn 2045 General Plan: Multiple speakers supported the proposed Medium Density Residential designation for the Blocker Drive site and opposed the industrial alternatives (EIR Alternatives 2 and 3). Kyle Santuccio cited a petition with over 120 signatures; Caroline Meinhold argued residential use would boost local economic multipliers and property tax revenue; Jackie House, Sherry Perkins, and David Agar voiced agreement. Joe Madeuris, president of Save Auburn Ravine Salmon and Steelhead (SARS), urged stronger restoration and enhancement language for riparian habitat, stream setbacks, and groundwater recharge. Robert Hain (SARS) also emphasized groundwater recharge. Harry White (Placer Group Sierra Club / CNPS) supported infill development, native plant use, and residential designation at Blocker Drive. Linda Newhauser asked how decision-makers would balance General Plan principles against conflicting EIR alternatives. Discussion Items Study Session on the Auburn Station Infill Plan ("The Domes") - Matthew Gerken (AECOM), consulting project manager, presented the Draft Auburn Station Infill Plan, prepared under a SACOG Green Means Go grant in collaboration with Placer County. - The 10.5-acre Plan Area is part of a 17-acre County-owned property adjacent to the Auburn Transit Station, including the Placer County Administrative Center ("The Domes"), a World War I Veteran's Memorial (preserved under both options), former County library offices, parking, and landscaping. - Option 1 preserves The Domes and would allow 238 multi-family units (245,410 sq ft of residential space) in four 4-story and two 3-story buildings, 3,375 sq ft of retail/commercial space, and 295 residential parking spaces. - Option 2 would demolish The Domes and would allow 315 multi-family units (361,318 sq ft of residential space) in six 3-story and four 4-story buildings, 3,375 sq ft of retail/commercial space, and 390 residential parking spaces. Both options achieve 30.1 dwelling units per acre. - The Domes was added to the National Register of Historic Places in July 2025. The Final EIR identified five significant and unavoidable impacts: visual character degradation and loss of a historical resource under Option 2; short-term construction noise and vibration exposure under both options; and long-term stationary-source operational noise under both options. Thirteen comment letters were received on the Draft EIR; responses did not identify new significant impacts. - No formal action was taken. The Plan and Final EIR are scheduled for Planning Commission hearing on October 20, 2026, and City Council consideration on November 9, 2026. Study Session on the Draft Cannabis Ordinance - Economic Development Director Jonathan Wright presented a draft ordinance that would authorize cannabis retail sales and delivery and prohibit cultivation, manufacturing, distribution, testing laboratories, and cannabis events. - The draft identifies four potential areas, generally portions of Downtown and the Highway 49 corridor. It would require a discretionary Use Permit, objective standards, separation from sensitive uses, exterior design and signage criteria, a Community Benefit Agreement, and an annual review mechanism similar to business license renewal. - Licensing would be population-triggered: the first license is available now (city population about 13,000; trigger 8,500 residents), and a second license would only become available if the city reaches 17,000 residents. A competitive applicant selection process is still to be determined. - Public outreach included two town halls and a survey: 188 survey responses and 221 participants; 81% of respondents identified as residents, 86% supported retail cannabis, 59% supported two licenses, and 22% supported two or more. Potential state Measure 64 grants were described, with awards reaching up to $6 million. - No formal action was taken. The Planning Commission public hearing on the ordinance is October 20, 2026; City Council first and second readings are anticipated November 9 and November 23, 2026, with application fees/criteria in January 2027 and a possible application solicitation around February/March 2027. Study Session on the Auburn 2045 General Plan - Barry Miller, General Plan Consulting Project Manager, presented the Draft Auburn 2045 General Plan and the environmental review process. The current General Plan was adopted in 1993; the update began in September 2023 and the Draft Plan, covering a 7.2-square-mile city and a 29-square-mile planning area, has a horizon year of 2045. - The Draft General Plan and Draft EIR were published July 31, 2026. The EIR comment period closed September 21, 2026 after an extension; the General Plan comment period remains open. - As of September 30, 2026, the city received 36 transmittals opposing industrial development on the Blocker Drive site; 3 transmittals supporting industrial development plus 10 copies of a support letter; 10 transmittals on broader Draft EIR issues; and 10 transmittals on broader Draft General Plan issues. About 12 individuals provided oral testimony at the August 18, 2026 study session, mostly opposing an industrial designation. - The Draft General Plan designates the approximately 14-acre Blocker Drive property as Medium Density Residential, with Resource Conservation (Open Space) along Spanish Ravine. EIR Alternatives 2 and 3 include Industrial designation in lieu of the residential designation; most public comments relate to those alternatives. - Proposed General Plan Revisions (Attachment 1) include line-by-line edits in response to comments from the public, Placer County, Friends of Auburn Ravine, Save Auburn Ravine Salmon and Steelhead, Placer Sierra Club, individual commissioners, the Sustainability Committee, and city staff. Examples include a corrected Blocker Drive land use map boundary away from Spanish Ravine, retention of Urban Reserve in the Baltimore Ravine Specific Plan area, a new Policy CD-3.11 on industrial design, updated stream protection actions, and tree preservation ordinance revisions. - Appendix A, the Draft Implementation Matrix, lists more than 200 actions; about two-thirds are described as ongoing. The Matrix is a non-adopted reference intended to support the city's Annual General Plan Progress Report. - No formal action was taken. The Final EIR is expected late next week, and the Commission will consider two resolutions (EIR certification and General Plan adoption) on October 20, 2026; City Council is scheduled for November 9, 2026. Key Outcomes - No official actions were taken because the Planning Commission lacked a quorum; the August 18, 2026 minutes were not approved. - All three items were informational study sessions, with presentations and public comments entered into the record. - The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommendations on the Auburn Station Infill Plan/Final EIR, the Draft Cannabis Ordinance, and the Auburn 2045 General Plan/Final EIR on October 20, 2026. - The City Council is currently scheduled to consider the Commission's recommendations on November 9, 2026, with a potential second reading of the cannabis ordinance on November 23, 2026. - Written comments on the General Plan will continue to be accepted, and additional revisions to the Plan may be considered before October 20, 2026.