The Public Meeting Index

The Saint Paul Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) Board of Commissioners met Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, City Hall, with all seven commissioners present. The board adopted five resolutions by unanimous 7-0 votes, held public hearings on The Hamm Building and Village on Rivoli, and received a staff report on an HRA fund transfer to the Department of Human Rights & Equal Economic Opportunity. The HRA recessed until 2:30 p.m.; Commissioner Saura Jost was absent at reconvening and arrived at 2:32 p.m. The meeting adjourned at 2:57 p.m. Discussion Items - RES 26-1536 – Tentative developer designation for 0 Jackson Street (District 6, Ward 5): Commissioner HwaJeong Kim moved approval to designate DC Commercial and JB Vang, or an affiliated entity controlled by them, as tentative developer of 0 Jackson Street. The resolution was adopted 7-0. - RES 26-1604 – 2027 maximum HRA property tax levy (citywide): Director McMahon reported that Minnesota law allows the HRA to levy up to 0.0185% of the city's total estimated market value. The 2026 levy was the maximum allowed; the 2027 action continues that maximum, resulting in a 1.2% HRA levy increase with a total dollar increase stated as approximately $77,000 (the transcript garbles the cents as '$27 and $21'). Commissioner Saura Jost moved approval; the resolution was adopted 7-0. - RES 26-1606 – Downtown Vitality Fund investment in Endicott Arcade (District 17, Ward 2): Chair Johnson said the item invests $2 million in downtown through economic development funds for the Endicott Arcade restoration and first-floor buildout and activation projects. Commissioner Rebecca Noecker expressed strong support and connected the investment to downtown momentum, including upcoming openings at Aldi, Stella, and Wabasha Park. Commissioner Molly Coleman also thanked staff and applicants. The resolution was adopted 7-0. Public Comments & Testimony - RES PH 26-270 – Conduit multifamily housing revenue bonds for The Hamm Building (408 St. Peter Street, District 17, Ward 2): Chair Johnson opened the public hearing. Joe Spencer, President of the Saint Paul Downtown Alliance, testified in support, calling the project a critical location and a signature building important to downtown St. Paul's population and housing goals. Commissioner Noecker also expressed support, saying the bond authorization means more people will live in downtown St. Paul and helps interweave residential, commercial, and entertainment uses. The board closed the hearing and adopted the resolution 7-0. - RES PH 26-271 – Sale/conveyance to Dayton's Bluff Neighborhood Housing Services for Village on Rivoli (District 5, Ward 2): No public testimony was offered. The board closed the hearing and approved the property sale/conveyance and development agreement amendment 7-0. Chair Johnson thanked Dayton's Bluff Neighborhood Housing Services for years of work on the project. Staff Report: HRA Fund Transfer to HREEO - SR 26-202 – Presentation on the HRA-to-HREEO transfer: Director Ledger presented on the recurring transfer supporting small business contracting with the city. She described procurement and contract compliance work, including prevailing wage, HUD Section 3, vendor outreach/subcontracting goals for small, minority, and women-owned businesses, affirmative action/equal economic opportunity compliance, CERT certification, and the B2G Now database. Past uses included a disparity study conducted with the state of Minnesota. - She reported that 61% of city contract dollars over the past seven years went to small businesses, totaling $1.42 billion; the vendor outreach program has a 25% subcontracting goal; and the number of CERT-certified firms grew by 40% in 2025. The transfer has existed since about 2009 and was discussed as roughly $539,000 per year, funding mostly personnel (3.25 FTE, partially) plus CERT dues and database expenses. - Chair Johnson questioned whether this is a city operations expense that should move to the general fund; Director Ledger said a significant portion of the work is HRA-related but could not exactly quantify the split. Deputy Director Green said most of the funding comes from the HRA general fund. - Commissioner Noecker asked about tracking St. Paul-based businesses. Director Ledger said state law prevents extra local preference on construction projects, but the city is exploring other options and can work on tracking/reporting. - Commissioner Bowie asked about metrics and program outcomes. Director Ledger said the coordinator role has been in place about eight months, the city has not reached its ceiling, and future options include sheltered market programs and state legislative changes. Chair Johnson requested a more detailed breakdown of the $539,000 and quarterly budget-to-actuals reporting; Director Ledger agreed to provide the breakdown and coordinate with Planning and Economic Development. Key Outcomes - All five resolutions (RES 26-1536, RES 26-1604, RES 26-1606, RES PH 26-270, and RES PH 26-271) were adopted unanimously, 7-0. - Staff report SR 26-202 was received and filed. - The next HRA meeting is scheduled for October 7, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.; there will be no meeting on September 30, 2026 because it is a fifth Wednesday. - The meeting recessed until 2:30 p.m., reconvened, and adjourned at 2:57 p.m.

The Mayor and City Council met for a regular session on September 23, 2026, at 7:00 PM. The official agenda for this session is dated August 31, 2026, which conflicts with the meeting date provided. No minutes or transcript of the proceedings were available for review. Consent Calendar - Civic Plus Social Media - $11,099.31 (listed on agenda under Consent Agenda) Public Comments & Testimony - The agenda allocated 30 minutes for citizen comments on germane city business, with preregistration required. No record of comments made was available. Discussion Items - Unfinished Business: Agenda items listed "Test for Work Session Item" and "Test item for VoteCast Session," both appearing to be placeholder items. - New Business: Agenda items included "test lease," "Frosty Friday!!!", and "Summer Friday's are a thing, or they should be!!", which appear to be placeholder or non-substantive entries. Key Outcomes - No decisions, votes, or directives were recorded in the available documents. The meeting's proceedings could not be reconstructed based on the missing transcript and minutes. Note on Date Discrepancy - The agenda header lists the meeting date as Monday, August 31, 2026, while the instruction for this summary identifies the meeting date as September 23, 2026. This discrepancy is noted but cannot be resolved from the provided materials. This summary is based solely on the agenda, as the minutes and transcript were not provided.

The Astoria Parks and Recreation Advisory Board convened on September 23, 2026, at 6:45 AM in City Hall. Presided over by President Norma Hernandez, the meeting featured extensive public comment and deliberation on a proposed disc golf course. The Board unanimously voted to support a limited six-hole pilot program to evaluate the project before proceeding with a full 18-hole course. Board members also expressed support for a new native planting initiative at Hillside Cemetery. Public Comments & Testimony - Strand Sheldal Thomason (228 Kensington Avenue) spoke in favor of the disc golf course, describing it as a vital "third space" that brings together people from diverse backgrounds and promotes community bonding. - A speaker in opposition (1820 SE 3rd Street) read a letter expressing that the course would destroy the "wildness" of the forest, harm migratory birds and wildlife, and introduce safety risks from discs thrown at speeds of 40 to 60 miles per hour. They argued no adequate environmental impact study had been conducted. - A speaker in support (2275 Irving), who identified as a biologist, supported the course, noting that invasive species are a significant issue in the forest and that the disc golf course could bring positive attention to the park. President Hernandez - What Do You Hear? - President Hernandez shared a community proposal from a resident offering to donate up to $20,000 toward installing a sauna at the Astoria Aquatic Center. Staff are evaluating feasibility, power requirements, location, and code compliance with commercial installers. - Board members relayed positive community feedback regarding the new Riverwalk lighting and the responsiveness of Parks staff. Volunteer Recognition - Staff recognized volunteer Mark Kau for significant contributions removing invasive vegetation along the Riverwalk. Mr. Kau will next shift to invasive vegetation removal at Shively Park. Astoria Community Foundation Updates - Britta Herwig reported that the Astoria Community Foundation's Run on the River set a record with over 800 runners. - The Foundation funded several youth programs, including scholarships, summer camps, a student swim day from Tongue Point (approximately 100 students), and a summer program swim day for the Consejo Hispano Latinx camp. - The next Run on the River is scheduled for May 22, 2027. Discussion Items Disc Golf Course (Old Business - Item 8.a) - Presentation: Staff (Jonah Dart-McLean) presented the proposal for an 18-hole course in the undeveloped City-owned forest adjacent to Shively Park and Evergreen Fields. He reported that the August 19 public meeting drew about 60 people, with roughly 80% expressing support. Staff consulted with the City Engineer and a contracted forester (Springboard Forestry), who found no significant concerns regarding landslides, erosion, or damage to mature trees. Staff tested sound levels of disc golf chains on-site and are evaluating sound-dampening measures. Staff clarified the course is positioned outside established park activity areas. - Staff Proposal: A phased approach starting with a six-hole pilot installation was proposed. This would allow monitoring of safety, usage, trail conditions, and environmental impacts before developing the full course. - Board Deliberation: Britta Herwig and Howard Rub questioned whether a six-hole pilot would provide a representative user experience, suggesting a more developed trial (e.g., nine contiguous, well-signed holes) might be necessary to attract genuine use. Nathan Pinkstaff and Kevin Staples supported the incremental pilot as a responsible compromise. President Norma Hernandez emphasized the need to try new uses and adapt based on real-world data. - Key Outcome: The Board passed a motion (by Nathan Pinkstaff, seconded by Kevin Staples) to unanimously support Parks staff moving forward with limited, incremental development of the disc golf course, beginning with six holes, so that actual use and potential impacts can be evaluated before proceeding with additional development. Staff also announced an additional public open house for October 1st at 6:00 PM in City Council Chambers. Hillside Cemetery Native Planting (New Business - Item 9.a) - Presentation: Parks & Public Sites Coordinator Sarah Flynn is leading a project to establish two new native planting areas at Hillside Cemetery. The project introduces a diverse mix of Oregon native trees, shrubs, and flowering plants selected to support pollinators and increase plant diversity. Staff described the project as a first step toward long-term reforestation and potentially developing the cemetery as an arboretum-like space. - Board Feedback: Board members expressed strong support for the project, praising its proactive approach to ecological health and future planning. Planting will occur once sustained fall rains begin. Staff Reports & Upcoming Events - The summer 3-on-3 basketball event was canceled due to low participation. Staff are exploring a limited adult basketball program in late winter or spring. - The Monster Bash / Pumpkin Pool Bobbing event is scheduled for October 30, 2026, from 3:30 to 5:30 PM at the Astoria Aquatic Center. Key Outcomes - Disc Golf Pilot Approved: The Parks Advisory Board voted unanimously to support staff in moving forward with a limited, six-hole installation of the disc golf course to evaluate its impacts before proceeding further. - Native Planting Supported: The Board fully supported the native planting project at Hillside Cemetery led by Sarah Flynn. - Minutes Deferred: Approval of the minutes from the July and September meetings was postponed to the October 28th meeting. - Future Meetings: The next regular meeting is October 28, 2026. The Board discussed consolidating the November and December meetings into a single meeting in early December; a poll will be sent to determine the exact date.

The Cook County Workers' Compensation Committee met on September 23, 2026, with all members present. After public comment, the committee unanimously approved the minutes from the July 15, 2026 meeting and a slate of 22 settlement items recommended by the State's Attorney's Office before adjourning. Public Comments & Testimony - Zoe (self-identified speaker, first name only) criticized the committee for allocating funds for “illegal aliens” and failing to address Loreto Hospital, accusing members of money laundering, corruption, and election fraud. She claimed that 400,000 people did not vote for Toni Preckwinkle, questioned Preckwinkle's fitness due to age, and stated she had built her own political machine to advocate for people who cannot attend meetings. Her time was limited to 30 seconds. - George Blakemore criticized black politicians, specifically a young woman (presumably Zoe) who he said comes from a family of black educators and elites but has become a “sell out” and a politician. He urged her to leave politics, stating that the black community deserves the government it gets. His time was also limited. Key Outcomes - Approval of Minutes (Item 26-2370): The committee voted unanimously (moved by Commissioner Trevor, seconded by Commissioner Vasquez) to approve the minutes from the meeting of July 15, 2026. No discussion. - Approval of Settlements (22 items): The committee voted unanimously (moved by Commissioner Trevor, seconded by Commissioner Marita) to approve a series of settlements as recommended by the State's Attorney's Office. The items listed included numbers 26-2265, 26-2187, 26-2185, 26-2051, 26-2128, 26-2307, 26-2207, 26-2303, 26-2161, 26-2194, 26-2306, 26-2314, 26-2216, 26-2197, 26-2052, 26-2256, 26-2277, 26-2157, 26-2304, 26-2264, 26-2210, and 26-2305. No discussion. - Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned unanimously (moved by Commissioner McCaskill, seconded by Commissioner Marita).

This meeting was scheduled as a regular voting session of the Hagerstown Mayor and City Council. The agenda included standard procedural items, a consent agenda, citizen comments, and several unfinished and new business items. No minutes or transcript were available for this meeting, so the summary reflects only the listed agenda items and cannot provide details on discussions, votes, or public testimony. Consent Calendar - Civic Plus Social Media – $11,099.31: Listed on the consent agenda for approval; no record of action taken. Public Comments & Testimony - A 30-minute period was allotted for citizen comments on city business. No speakers or testimony were recorded in the available materials. Unfinished Business - Test for Work Session Item: Agenda item noted as a test; no further description available. - Test item for VoteCast Session: Another test item listed under unfinished business; purpose not specified. New Business - Test Lease: Listed as new business; no details provided. - Frosty Friday!!!: Appears as a named agenda item; no description or action recorded. - Summer Friday's are a thing, or they should be!!: An informal-sounding item; no substantive information available. Key Outcomes - No votes, decisions, or directives were recorded in the provided agenda, minutes, or transcript. The meeting likely proceeded through the listed items, but outcomes cannot be determined from the available documentation. Note: The agenda originally bore the date August 31, 2026, but the meeting has been confirmed to have taken place on September 23, 2026, per the provided timestamp.

The Jersey City Zoning Board held an in-person meeting on September 23, 2026, with five board members present. The board unanimously approved two applications—an amended project at 577 Jackson Avenue and a new one-family dwelling at 285.5 Third Street—and adopted several resolutions memorializing prior votes. Administrative Matters - The chair announced that notice of the meeting was posted with the city clerk in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act. - Roll call showed five commissioners present, establishing a quorum; staff members were sworn in. - The board announced that new cases will not be heard after 10 p.m.; if a case cannot be reached by then, it will be carried to the next regularly scheduled meeting with preservation of notice. - Two cases were carried to the October 1 zoning board meeting at the applicants' request: Z2026-0046 for 2 Hoboken Avenue and Z2026-0025 for 240 Fremont Avenue. Case Z2026-0037: 577 Jackson Avenue - Applicant's counsel described the request as an amendment to a 28-unit building approved by the board in 2019 with use and height variances; the building is currently under construction. - The amendment reduces the parking supply from 23 to 21 spaces, changing the parking ratio from 0.82 to 0.75 spaces per unit. - The applicant testified that the change was driven by a pre-existing encroachment from the adjacent wood-frame structure discovered after demolition. The rear garage wall had to be moved in approximately 6–8 inches, causing the loss of two parking spaces, but the applicant stated the revised garage layout is safer and easier to navigate and allowed space for a sprinkler valve. - Other amendments included adding a trash chute, enlarging the lobby and package room, adding an elevator lobby/area of refuge required by updated code, and changing some facade materials from aluminum composite panels to Hardie cement panels and cementitious stucco. - The applicant argued the loss of parking is acceptable because the project has eight studio units and the wall movement was a hardship related to protecting the adjacent property. Public Comments & Testimony - Tiffany Taylor, a volunteer intern with the Ward F office, said the office accepts the proposal, has no opposition, and would like more developers to present their projects in a similar manner. Case Z2025-0081: 285.5 Third Street - Applicant's counsel said prior 2019 approvals for a two-family, four-story building had lapsed. The new request is for a one-family, three-story dwelling in the historic H District. - The lot is severely undersized: 14.2 feet wide by 52 feet deep, totaling approximately 738.4 square feet, compared with a typical lot of about 1,800 square feet. - Two C variances were requested: a 9.5-foot rear yard setback instead of the required 30 feet, and 72.4% building coverage instead of the required 60%. - The property is in the AE flood zone, requiring the building to be elevated 3 feet 2 inches. The top of the building is 32 feet 2 inches, and no height variance is requested. - The Historic Preservation Commission issued a certificate of appropriateness, application number H25494, dated August 17, 2026, and revised plans incorporated HPC comments. - Planning witnesses testified that the variances satisfy C1 hardship criteria because the lot is unusually small, narrow, and shallow. They stated the proposal would replace a 100% impervious driveway with a home, pervious rear pavers, landscaping, and a 100-square-foot green roof, reducing impervious coverage and closing the curb cut. - The proposed building footprint is 535 square feet and includes a private roof deck of approximately 270 square feet. - Staff recommended approval subject to conditions in the staff memo dated September 2, 2026; the applicant agreed to comply. - In response to commissioner questions, the applicant stated that the rear basement windows will remain and will have privacy landscaping, the front basement windows will be covered; the single-family building will not be sprinklered, but side walls will be two-hour-rated; total floor area is approximately 1,614 square feet; and construction will use platform framing with tilt-up methods because the site is so narrow. Resolutions and Memorializations - The board adopted an administrative resolution memorializing its August 6 voice vote to resume in-person meetings. - The board voted to memorialize an earlier approval in case Z2026-0029, an extension-of-time matter, described as passing with seven in favor and none opposed. - The board voted to memorialize the August 6 denial of a minor site plan with C variances at 82/84 Cole Street. That motion had failed 1–5, with Vice Chair Arroyo in favor and five commissioners opposed. - The board voted to memorialize the August 6 approval of preliminary and final major site plan approval with a use variance and bulk variances for 12–14 and 16 Harmon Street, case Z2025-0023, which passed seven in favor and none opposed. Key Outcomes - Case Z2026-0037 (577 Jackson Avenue) was approved unanimously, 5–0. - Case Z2025-0081 (285.5 Third Street) was approved unanimously, 5–0. - All memorializing resolutions were adopted by voice vote. - The meeting was adjourned to the October 1 zoning board meeting.

Infrastructure, Transportation, and Technology Committee Meeting - September 23, 2026\n\nThe Committee on Infrastructure, Transportation, and Technology met on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 9:31 a.m. to consider two agenda items: Resolution 226-209 authorizing a three-year rental agreement with Ms. Kalahiva for property acquired via eminent domain, and an informational briefing on issues with private streets and roads within the City and County of Honolulu. The committee received presentations from the Department of Transportation Services (DTS), Department of Facility Maintenance (DFM), Honolulu Police Department (HPD), and Corporation Counsel. After discussion, Resolution 226-209 was recommended for adoption. No public testimony was received.\n\n Discussion Items\n\n1. Resolution 226-209 – Rental Agreement with Ms. Kalahiva\nAdministrator Young Lee of the Department of Budget and Fiscal Services (BFS) presented the resolution, which authorizes a three-year rental agreement for property acquired via eminent domain. The property has been under lease since approximately 2018. The agreement is structured as annual terms with a month-to-month renewal after the first year, subject to reappraisal. The Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) will serve as contract administrator. Members questioned the history of the lease, the condition of the residence (deemed safe by DDC inspection), and the rationale for a three-year term. No public testimony was offered. The chair recommended reporting the resolution out for adoption.\n\n2. Informational Briefing – Private Streets and Roads\nDeputy Director Hongli of DTS presented on the complexity of private roads, noting that over 1,000 lane miles (approximately 26% of Oahu’s roadway network) are privately owned. Key issues include ownership determination, maintenance responsibility, traffic code applicability, and enforcement. DTS installs and maintains certain signs (stop, no parking) on private roads for safety. DFM Director Albano clarified that city maintenance on private roads is limited to surface repair (pothole patching) per ROH 14-17.1 and does not extend to subsurface defects. HPD Major Soria presented on enforcement criteria: under HRS 46-16, HPD can enforce traffic laws on private roads that have been continuously used by the public for at least six months. On such roads, HPD can tow vehicles blocking emergency access, investigate collisions, and issue citations. However, routine parking enforcement, HOA covenant violations, and civil disputes are not handled. Abandoned vehicle ordinances apply only if the road qualifies as public access.\n\nMembers raised numerous concerns: the lack of a clear process for city acquisition of private roads (Councilmember Tupola), obstruction of city-installed signs by private trees (Vice Chair Okimoto), the definition of “public roadway” in existing ordinances (Councilmember DeSantis Tam), and the ability of private owners to install unauthorized traffic signs (Chair Cordero). Councilmember Tupola advocated for establishing triggers (e.g., public safety, high usage) for city takeover. Councilmember DeSantis Tam noted that derelict vehicles may be treated as litter under ROH 13-4.4, potentially allowing removal regardless of ownership. Corporation Counsel advised that enforcement depends on specific ordinance language. DTS stated that unauthorized private signs would be removed, but tree obstruction remains difficult without property access.\n\n Key Outcomes\n- Resolution 226-209: Reported out of committee for adoption by the full council with no objections.\n- Private Streets Briefing: No formal action was taken. Members expressed interest in clarifying ordinances related to private road enforcement, maintenance, and acquisition. The chair suggested reviewing outdated ordinances and encouraged continued coordination among DTS, DFM, DDC, and HPD. No specific timeline for follow-up legislation was set.

The Broward County Transportation Surtax Oversight Board Appointing Authority met on September 23, 2026 at 2:36 PM. The meeting included approval of minutes, the unanimous appointment of Kenneth Ortner, a detailed discussion of proposed ordinance amendments triggered by Florida Senate Bill 1134, and scheduling of future standing meetings. No public comments were received. Consent Calendar - Minutes Approval: The board approved the minutes from the previous meeting by unanimous consent (motion made, seconded, no objections). Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public signed up for comment on regular agenda items or non-action items. Discussion Items - Proposed Amendments to County Ordinance (Chapter 31½): Staff attorney Nate presented amendments necessitated by Senate Bill 1134, which requires changes to two appointing authority categories. Additional amendments expand eligibility for oversight board seats by allowing individuals who currently hold or previously held professional licenses (CPA, attorney, etc.) provided the license was never revoked. The quorum for action items will be reduced from all members to five, as requested at the April 1, 2026 meeting. Member Sydney Calloway expressed concern about potential successful legal challenges to SB 1134 and asked whether a reverter clause could be included to automatically restore the previous ordinance. General Counsel advised against an automatic reverter due to litigation risks, but committed that if the law is overturned, the board could request the County Commission to revisit the ordinance. Calloway solicited support from colleagues for a recommendation to the Commission to consider reverting if SB 1134 is invalidated. Other members (Felipe, Randall, Monica, Steven) expressed general support for Calloway’s comments and confidence in the County Attorney’s Office. The consensus was to communicate this concern to the Commission via the agenda report. - Standing Meeting Schedule: Staff proposed regular meetings on the third Wednesday of May and November, beginning May 19 and November 17, 2027. Meetings would be cancelled if no business arises. The default location will be Fort Lauderdale unless the board decides otherwise. The change to a quorum of five was confirmed as providing flexibility for shorter-notice meetings. Key Outcomes - Appointment: Kenneth Ortner was unanimously appointed to the Transportation Surtax Oversight Board in the accounting category (motion, seconded, all in favor). - Ordinance Direction: The board reached consensus to recommend that the County Commission include consideration of a mechanism to revert to the previous ordinance if SB 1134 is overturned. Staff will include this in the agenda report to the Commission. - Meeting Schedule Adopted: Standing meetings set for the third Wednesday of May and November, effective 2027. Calendar invites will be distributed. - Quorum Change: The proposed ordinance amendment reduces the quorum for action items from all members to five, as discussed. Meeting adjourned at 2:59 PM.

The Board of Public Safety held its 18th scheduled meeting of the year on September 23, 2026, at 1:02 p.m. The board approved several routine items, including road closures, dumpster requests, departmental reports, and special event permits. All votes were unanimous with no opposition noted. Consent Calendar - Approved the ratification of items previously approved by consensus vote, including: - Road closures at 6700 Petersburg Road (Compass Commercial Construction, Sept. 21–Oct. 21); 2721 Allens Lane (O’ Risky Excavating, Sept. 21); and 424 Main Street (Alvey Signs, Sept. 21). - Dumpster requests for 2123 W. Franklin Street (Buds Bar and Grill), 1007 Adams Ave (De Shay Jones), and 2124 W. Franklin Street. - A parking permit for Locust Street next to ONB Tower (Sept. 14, 2026–Feb. 28, 2027). - Approved the consent section items, including: - Lane restriction on Ohio Street from Ray Becker Parkway to Mead Johnson employee west gate entrance for exterior flashing work (Oct. 13–14, 6 a.m.–2 p.m.). - Lane restriction at 1108 Washington Avenue for a water main tap (Sept. 28–30). - Lane restriction at 6700 Petersburg Road for tree removal (Oct. 5, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.). - Main Street closures between 6th and Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd for Ford Center events (Oct. 17, 24, and 25). - Dumpster request at 751 S. Alvord Blvd for roofing debris (Sept. 25–28). - Removal of a handicap parking space at 200 W. Louisiana Street at the new homeowner’s request. Departmental Reports - Police Department (Capt. John McQuay): Approved the interlocal cooperative agreement for the joint river patrol between the Evansville Police Department and Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office. The agreement clarifies responsibilities, storage, titles, licenses, and expense-sharing. It is the first joint river patrol boat in recent history. The county attorney has signed off. - Fire Department (Deputy Chief Kim Garrett): - Approved permission to advertise bids for an emergency boat (IFB-011-03-2026) and a Class 3 heavy-duty regular cab 4x4 pickup truck (IFB-011-04-2026). - Approved acceptance of donations, including Polaris UTVs: one two-seater EMS from the Evansville Firefighters Foundation and two (one EMS, one four-seater fire) from Deaconess sponsorship. Note: The transcript also mentions a donation of gas meters from the foundation, but the agenda lists only the UTVs; there is a discrepancy. - Approved a contract with Dayville On-Site Service for preventative maintenance and inspections on the department’s 11 ambulances. Deputy Chief Jared Brown noted Dayville is an emergency vehicle technician certified company, currently servicing Warrick County Ambulance Service, and is the warranty technician for the ambulance manufacturer. Service will begin quarterly oil changes in January. - Approved a mutual aid agreement with Evansville Regional Airport, subject to the contract being executed. - Approved the second airport transportation agreement as executed by the airport. Special Event Permits - Sgt. Nick Winsett presented two University of Evansville requests, both approved: - Skele-Fun 5K race on Saturday, October 24, from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., closing Walnut Street between Rotherwood and Weinbach, and Olive Street at Rotherwood. Beneficiary: ACE Care. Barricades requested. - UE Homecoming 2026 celebration on Saturday, November 7, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., closing Walnut Street between Rotherwood and Weinbach. Barricades requested. Other Business - Approved claims as presented. - Approved the minutes from the Wednesday, September 9, 2026 meeting. - The board announced that revised applications for special event permits, road closures, and truck permits will be circulated for review within two weeks. A new process will also be implemented requiring utilities (e.g., CenterPoint) to coordinate with traffic engineering for extended intersection closures due to emergencies. - The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. in Room 301 of the Civic Center Complex. - The meeting was adjourned unanimously.