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SEP 23, 2026 · TULSA, OKLAHOMA · CITY COUNCIL
Tulsa Budget & Special Projects Committee Meeting – September 23, 2026

The Budget and Special Projects Committee met on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 1:00 PM (One Technology Center, Room 411) to consider three ordinances. The meeting ran approximately 15 minutes over schedule and included extended debate on a proposed ordinance creating an Office of Independent Review and Oversight of Public Safety. No final votes were taken on that item; it was continued to a later meeting. Discussion Items Item 2 – Ordinance amending the FY2026‑2027 budget to reallocate $750,000 within the 2023 Temporary Sales Tax Fund for a River Parks Maintenance Building. - The ordinance makes unencumbered and unexpended appropriations of $750,000 between projects. Staff confirmed that all projects would receive their originally approved amounts. No questions or objections were raised, and the item advanced without further debate. Item 3 – Ordinance amending the FY2026‑2027 budget to appropriate $9,055.71 in grant revenue from the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry – Forestry Services (Inflation Reduction Act Urban and Community Forestry Program) for tree planting expenses. - Councilor Dutton asked how many trees the grant would purchase; staff could not provide a specific number. Councilor Bellis noted that a neighboring city (Fluida) had adopted a policy requiring a certain percentage of trees planted on city property to be native species, and suggested exploring a similar requirement. Councilor Bellis also mentioned that during work on landscaping adjustments for new builds, a native species list was developed but no percentage requirement existed. The grant is overseen by sewer operations. The item was approved without objection. Item 4 – Ordinance adopting new Title 16 (Tulsa Revised Ordinances) titled “Independent Review and Oversight of Public Safety,” creating the Office of Independent Review and Oversight of Public Safety and a Director position, a civilian oversight board, and establishing powers, duties, and reporting requirements. - Councilor Hall‑Harper and Councilor Decter Wright presented the ordinance, emphasizing that it had evolved over a decade of work and was broader than a 2024 Oklahoma City resolution—covering police, fire, 911, emergency management, animal control, security, and code enforcement. The proposed structure includes a full‑time Director (not a former city employee) and an 11‑member civilian board (one from each council district plus two mayoral appointees). The office would review completed investigations and make non‑binding recommendations; it would have no subpoena or disciplinary authority. - Councilor Gilbert (Chair) expressed that she could not support “independent oversight” and instead favored a civilian advisory board. She noted she had been working on her own proposal and requested more time for collaboration. - Councilor Bangle opposed the ordinance, stating he does not believe in “Monday morning quarterbacking” public safety personnel and has confidence in the current leadership chain. He called the proposal “overly expansive” and “symbolic.” - Councilor Bellis strongly supported the ordinance, arguing that it would provide proactive policy analysis, trend identification, and public transparency—functions currently missing. She noted that over the past decade she has never seen a policy change result from critical incidents, and that the city has lost ground on data transparency since the 2016 ransomware attack. - Councilor Dutton supported the measure, citing the 2016 Tulsa Commission on Community Policing (which included then‑Deputy Chief Jonathan Brooks) and a police scorecard showing only 39% public confidence in TPD. She stated that citizens have not had a meaningful voice and that the council’s only real oversight tool is legislation like this ordinance. - Councilor Archie indicated she was not opposed in principle but wanted to hear from new Chief Jonathan Brooks and to allow collaboration between Councilors Hall‑Harper and Gilbert. She also noted that Councilors Lakin and Bush were absent due to travel, and that misinformation about the proposal had circulated. - Councilor Hall‑Harper replied that she is open to collaboration but is “sick of the procrastination” over the past decade. She pointed out that every police chief since 2016 has asked for time to make changes, yet systemic issues persist. She emphasized that the ordinance is not about lack of confidence but about building trust and accountability across all public safety departments. - City Attorney Jack stated that the ordinance was carefully drafted to comply with collective bargaining agreements and legal constraints, avoiding subpoena power or disciplinary authority—unlike a previous version that was deemed impermissible. - Councilor Decter Wright noted that the ordinance includes a qualifying‑event threshold (e.g., discharges of a firearm, in‑custody deaths, felony‑level conduct) to limit the scope of reviews, and that the office would have no power to impose discipline or direct personnel actions. Key Outcomes - Items 2 and 3 were approved without recorded opposition and will move to the full City Council for second reading on September 30, 2026. - Item 4 (the public safety oversight ordinance) was not voted on. The committee agreed to continue the discussion to a future meeting (likely October 14, 2026) to allow for collaboration between Councilors Hall‑Harper and Gilbert, and to enable input from Chief Jonathan Brooks and absent council members. No firm deadline was set, but Councilor Hall‑Harper stressed that the process should not be delayed indefinitely.

PUBLIC SAFETY 61% · PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT 12% · COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 11% · DATA ANALYSIS 6%
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SEP 23, 2026 · LAS VEGAS, NEVADA · PUBLIC MEETINGS
Historic Preservation Commission Meeting - September 23, 2026

The Historic Preservation Commission convened on September 23, 2026, with a quorum present. The meeting included approvals of funding for training and conferences, a discussion on proposed Section 106 revisions, and updates on various preservation projects. All motions passed unanimously. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The final minutes of the regular meeting held August 26, 2026, were approved by voice vote. - Funding for Nevada State Historic Preservation Office Training: Approved $16,400 for HPC members and staff to attend the Nevada State Historic Preservation Office Commission Assistance and Mentoring Program Training, held September 24–26, 2026 (offered in-person and virtually). - Funding for Old Spanish Trail National Conference: Approved up to $2,000 for the Historic Preservation Officer to attend the Old Spanish Trail National Conference in Kanab, Utah, October 15–18, 2026. Staff noted actual costs would be lower (conference $265, hotel $500), with unused funds returned to HPC funding. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments were made during the initial public comment period or during citizens' participation. Discussion Items - Section 106 Revisions Discussion: Staff (C Brent) explained that proposed revisions to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act remain under White House review, with no updates. Staff described the city's current 106 review processes: primarily for FAA cell phone tower installations (consultants review, city provides comments) and HUD-funded housing projects (lead abatement, roofs, interior work). Staff estimated handling at least 50 such reviews per year, each taking at most 30 minutes, and noted only one property on the historic register in the past seven years. Marble Manor was cited as a large project where mitigation (documentation, oral histories) was pursued despite inability to stop demolition. - Commissioner Laramie expressed concern that losing the ability to comment on federal projects would be a significant issue, even if current impact is minimal, and emphasized the value of having a voice in future projects. - Commissioner Stodal noted that the city's voice in Section 106 reviews is important for future, unknown developments, and supported drafting a resolution, possibly to be sent to city council. - Commissioner Harper provided context that categorical exclusions apply to many projects, but proposed changes could cause future delays, and shared information about OIRA meetings and potential timelines. - Commissioner Grimmer supported a letter from the commission specifically (rather than council approval) and raised questions about the commission's ability to comment on projects outside Las Vegas (e.g., in other cities), though this was noted as a legal question. - Commissioner Levine argued the commission has an ethical obligation to lend its voice broadly in support of maintaining Section 106 input, and suggested the letter be broad enough to be considered by city council. - Staff offered to draft a letter or resolution for the next meeting, noting that individual commissioners can also submit personal comments via the National Trust site. - Director's Updates: No updates reported. - Project Updates: - National Park Service approved updates to the Old Mormon Fort National Register nomination, now signed by the Keeper of the Register. - Johnny Toko's Gym consultant will present a first draft at the October meeting. - The SHIPO State Conference is happening this weekend; virtual access available on request. - A grant request was submitted for an arts district historic context survey and Floyd Lamb Park information signs; contract is being drafted. - A cleanup effort at Floyd Lamb Park is planned; some buildings may require contractor due to hazards. - The exhibit on desert peoples at City Hall closes mid-November. - Media Report: No comments from commissioners. - Future Agenda Items: Commissioner Grimmer requested that the Section 106 letter be drafted as an action item for the next meeting, noting public comment periods can be short. Also requested inclusion of a market feasibility report (if available) and consideration of newer commission members. Key Outcomes - Approved minutes and both funding requests (all unanimously). - Directed staff to draft a letter or resolution regarding Section 106 revisions, with a preference for broad language supporting preservation and community input, to be brought back as an action item at the next meeting. - Acknowledged the passing of former Commissioner Donald Hotchkiss, who served since November 2, 2011; a card was available for signatures. - No other formal actions taken.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION 54% · LEGAL AFFAIRS 17% · PROCEDURAL 11% · PERSONNEL MATTERS 5%
4413
SEP 23, 2026 · MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA · CITY COUNCIL
Public Health, Safety and Equity Committee Meeting – September 23, 2026

The Public Health, Safety and Equity Committee met on September 23, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. under the chairmanship of Councilmember Jason Chavez. The agenda was lengthy, with every item pulled for discussion. Chair Chavez opened with remarks about the mayor’s directive limiting city staff attendance and stressed the committee’s oversight role. The meeting included a presentation on school‑based clinics, extensive debate on a new mobile crisis response contract, approval of multiple grants and contracts, and a resolution calling for the removal of automated license plate reader cameras operated by Hennepin County and the University of Minnesota. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments or testimony were offered during the meeting. The chair noted that public participation is enabled through live broadcast and captioning. School‑Based Clinics Presentation - Polly Yang (manager of School Health Services) and Lisa Dornick (clinic manager/nurse practitioner) presented on the nine school‑based clinics serving Minneapolis high schools. The clinics have operated since the 1970s and provide medical, mental health, and health education services. During the 2025‑2026 school year, they recorded 10,000 visits from 2,231 students; 47% of students were on public insurance, 26% uninsured, and 17% non‑billable. Staff highlighted the program’s role as a safety net, keeping students in school. Questions covered HIPAA/FERPA compliance, medication dispensing, and the potential closure of Longfellow High School. Discussion Item: Mobile Crisis Response Contract (Community Bridges Inc.) - Deputy Commissioner Jared Jeffries presented a proposal to transition from the Behavioral Crisis Response (BCR) pilot to a Mobile Crisis Response (MCR) program with an expanded scope covering behavioral health and livability calls. The selected vendor is Community Bridges Inc., a national organization with experience in several states. The contract would be up to $5.9 million annually from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2028, with three optional one‑year extensions. Many councilmembers raised concerns about the lack of an implementation plan, potential discontinuity of services, data on complaints against Community Bridges, the vendor’s familiarity with Hennepin County partners, and the inclusion of livability calls in the scope. Chair Chavez moved to delay the item to the October 7 committee meeting; the motion passed unanimously. Other Discussion Items and Votes - Joint Powers Agreement – Urban Search and Rescue (Item 3): Approved. The fire department’s participation in Minnesota Task Force One is fully reimbursed by the state. No fiscal impact to the city. - REACH Grant – Chronic Disease Prevention (Item 4): Approved. Accepting CDC funding (fourth year of a five‑year cycle) for chronic disease prevention focused on African American and American Indian populations. - SHIP Grant – Chronic Disease Prevention (Item 5): Approved. State grant of $754,253 for chronic disease prevention; funds about nine staff. - DWI Court Grant – Police Liaison (Item 6): Approved. $35,000–$58,000 from the state for overtime costs of an MPD liaison for DWI court. - DWI Traffic Safety Officer Grant (Item 7): Approved. $165,000 from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety to fund a dedicated DWI officer (cover wages, benefits, overtime). - BJA Grant – Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (Item 8): Approved. Grant application to expand low‑barrier access to long‑acting buprenorphine, partnering with the University of Minnesota and St. Paul. - BJA Grant – Police Initiatives (Item 9): Approved. $324,000 (50‑50 split between MPD and City Attorney’s Office) for a community attorney and equipment/ overtime. Funds follow a current community attorney assigned to the 2nd and 4th precincts. - Gift Acceptance – NYPD Conference (Item 10): Approved without recommendation. Accepts travel expenses for Commander Emily Olson to attend a counter‑terrorism summit in New York City, November 10‑14, 2026. The city will cover per diem ($250 estimated) and ground transportation. The RCA fiscal note was to be updated to reflect these expenses. - Gift Acceptance – Police Foundation/IACP Conference (Item 11): Approved without recommendation. Accepts up to $16,000 from the Minneapolis Police Foundation for travel of nine MPD command staff to Orlando, Florida for the Major Cities Chiefs Association and IACP conferences (October 21‑28, 2026). MPD will cover the remaining $13,922 from its conference budget, which had $82,000 remaining for the fiscal year. Discussion focused on why the entire command staff must attend and the impact on public safety; chair noted the need for a coverage plan. Motion to forward without recommendation passed. - Public Health Advisory Committee Appointment (Item 12): Approved. Blake Smith appointed to fill the vacant Ward 8 seat. - Resolution on Flock Safety Cameras (Item 13): Approved 4‑1 (Councilmember Rainville dissenting). The resolution calls on Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office and the University of Minnesota to terminate their contracts with Flock Safety for automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras, citing privacy concerns, data sharing with ICE, and erosion of public trust. The city has no authority to remove the cameras; the resolution expresses the council’s position. - Law Enforcement Consent Decree Ordinance (Item 14): Postponed to November 4, 2026. - Regulatory Services Report (Item 16): Postponed to the next meeting (October 7, 2026). Reports from Office of Community Safety - Commissioner Todd Barnett provided an overview of the third‑quarter activities: national search for a police chief (listening sessions completed); fire chief (Reginald Freeman confirmed); updates on mobile crisis response (covered earlier). - Director Rachel Sayre (Emergency Management) reported on preparedness outreach, tabletop exercises, siren upgrades, and planning for the 2028 NFL draft. - Director Amanda Harrington (Neighborhood Safety) reported falling homicide rates, launch of the Cure Violence Global Dashboard, RFQ for GVI/YGBI, and expansion of Community Safety Ambassadors. - Assistant Director Latisha Cardenas (911) reported call volumes down 2‑7% year‑over‑year, call answer times (86% within 15 seconds), and staffing challenges (6.75% vacancy in PST3 positions). An embedded social worker placed 144 referrals in the quarter. - Fire Chief Reginald Freeman reported incident statistics, 9,394 training hours, and the upcoming graduation of 17 new firefighters. - A representative for the Safe and Thriving Communities Plan noted the plan is being finalized, and work group members have been appointed. - MPD Deputy Chief Charles Adams gave a recruitment update: 96 total hires in 2026 (10 laterals, 10 recruits, 45 cadets, 28 community service officers). The reports were received and filed; the chair noted that due to captioning time constraints, follow‑up questions would be handled via email. Key Outcomes - Delayed: Mobile Crisis Response contract (Community Bridges Inc.) to October 7, 2026. - Approved with recommendation: Joint powers agreement, REACH grant, SHIP grant, DWI court grant, DWI traffic safety officer grant, BJA opioid grant, BJA police initiatives grant, Public Health Advisory Committee appointment. - Approved without recommendation: NYPD conference gift acceptance, Police Foundation conference gift acceptance. - Approved (4‑1): Resolution calling for termination of Flock Safety cameras by Hennepin County and the University of Minnesota. - Postponed: Law Enforcement Consent Decree Ordinance (to Nov. 4, 2026); Regulatory Services Report (to Oct. 7, 2026). - Received and filed: Office of Community Safety quarterly reports from all five departments.

PUBLIC SAFETY 53% · PUBLIC HEALTH 21% · BUDGET MANAGEMENT 9% · PROCEDURAL 7%
4414
SEP 23, 2026 · ST PAUL, MINNESOTA · CITY COUNCIL
Public Safety Committee Cross-Departmental Summer Review – September 23, 2026

The Saint Paul Public Safety Committee convened on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 12:30 PM in Council Chambers, City Hall, to review the city's Community-First Public Safety framework through a cross-departmental summer recap. The meeting featured presentations from Parks and Recreation, Fire and EMS, the Office of Neighborhood Safety, and the Police Department. Chair Anika Bowie led the meeting; six members were present (Bowie, Coleman, Jost, Kim, Noecker, Yang) and one absent (Cheniqua Johnson, excused). The meeting lasted approximately one hour, with discussions focused on youth engagement, safety interventions, and program impacts. Consent Calendar - Approval of minutes was listed on the agenda, but no minutes were available for review, and the transcript does not indicate a formal vote on minutes; the meeting proceeded directly to the main discussion item. Public Comments & Testimony - No formal public comments were made during this meeting; the session was dedicated to departmental presentations and councilmember questions. Discussion Items - Parks and Recreation – Director Andy Rodriguez - Provided an overview of safety approaches, highlighting partnerships with police, fire, ONS, Ramsey County Sheriff, and others. - Reported 184 recreation center incident reports from May 1 to September 4; 48% were public safety-related (fights, team takeovers, disruptive behavior), and 3% involved substance use. - Discussed "team takeovers" – youth gatherings promoted via social media, often drawing attendees from suburbs (Stillwater, Burnsville, Maplewood). Described a three-event week at Frogtown and Oxford: Tuesday crowd grew to over 100 youth, with multiple fights and bear spray incidents; Thursday crowd remained below 50; Friday event was curtailed early due to flyer awareness. Staffing for Frogtown events reached 12–15 parks staff, plus ONS and Sheriff's support. - Highlighted success of aquatics team partnering with Fire Department to prevent teen takeovers at pools, resulting in significant reduction in severity and recurrence. - Announced creation of a new Parks manager position focused on youth violence prevention, public safety strategy, and the Awakenings program. - Councilmember Yang asked about timing of takeovers (often 3:30–9 PM); Councilmember Jost inquired about youth motivations, which Rodriguez attributed to social media, power in numbers, and need for redirection. - Fire and EMS – Assistant Chief Jeremiah Melquis and Deputy Chief Jamie Smith - Outlined objectives to increase fire safety awareness through public education, demonstrations, and free resources. - Described social media outreach, school visits (pre-K through 8th grade), fire drills for all schools, and Project Safe Haven – free installation of smoke alarms, CO detectors, and stovetop fire stops, prioritizing high-risk areas. - Noted that supplies for Safe Haven are funded through donations (Kiddie donated 500 smoke alarms; Red Cross provides ongoing donations) because grant funding was cut in 2026. - Discussed community events (Safe Summer Nights, National Night Out), live fire demonstrations, CPR training for city staff (completed with Public Works, Como Zoo; upcoming for Mayor's office), and EMS Academy for youth. - In response to Councilmember Kim's question about supply funding, confirmed supplies are not in city budget, relying on grants/donations. Council President Noecker asked about community-based medical education; they are offering EMR classes and CPR training. Councilmember Yang praised outreach and advocated for building these programs into the city budget, not just grant-funded projects. - Office of Neighborhood Safety – Director Toy Vixavong - Presented three divisions: Familiar Faces (outreach to unsheltered), Project Peace (youth intervention), and Neighborhood Safety Community Council. - Familiar Faces housed 7 unsheltered individuals in July and 6 in August, providing basic needs, case management, and warrant resolution. - Project Peace received 27 referrals since June 1 from Parks, Schools, Police, and Probation; works with juveniles and families, providing therapy, relocation services, and wrap-around support. Collaborating with County Attorney's office on new law (under-13 cannot be charged) since August 1. - Participated in Safe Summer Nights, teen takeover responses, street ball events; partnered with Police, Right Track, and Minnesota Trades Academy for an 8-week paid internship introducing at-risk youth to trades, with free drivers ed at completion. - Mentioned 26 applications for 2027 ONS partner grants (awarding $40,000 each); four recipients for 2026 included JK Movement and Face to Face (other two not recalled). - Councilmember Yang requested a summary of past ONS partnership results; Chair Bowie suggested annual memos for council updates. - Police Department – Commander Jeremy Ellison - Highlighted soccer programs at McDonough and Mount Air with 60 youth participating annually, building relationships. - National Night Out: over 400 events, 84,000 participants, donated over 3,000 pounds of food to Keystone Community Services. - Documented nearly 5,000 proactive contacts from June through August. - Walk to School events (11 in May, more in October), Stop For Me Pedestrian Safety campaign: over 2,500 traffic stops, but only 175 citations for fail-to-yield, focusing on education. - Child passenger safety: partnerships with Regions Hospital for quarterly car seat clinics; provides seats and education, allowing citation dismissal after training. - Councilmembers expressed appreciation for the department's community engagement and educational approach. Key Outcomes - The committee heard from all four departments and acknowledged the importance of cross-departmental collaboration. - Chair Bowie requested that ONS provide a follow-up memo summarizing past ONS partnership grants and results. - Councilmembers discussed building fire safety education programs into the city budget, rather than relying solely on grants/donations. - The committee will hold its final 2026 public safety meeting on the fourth Wednesday of October; members were invited to submit topics for 2027 to Chair Bowie or Councilmember Coleman. - The meeting adjourned after approximately one hour without formal votes or resolutions.

PUBLIC SAFETY 51% · YOUTH PROGRAMS 25% · COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 20% · PROCEDURAL 4%
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SEP 23, 2026 · HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, FLORIDA · HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY ARCHIVE VIEW PAGE
Hillsborough County Planning Commission Briefing - July 2026 Plan Amendments (September 23, 2026)

The Hillsborough County Planning Commission held a briefing on September 23, 2026, to review seven proposed plan amendments (items A1 through A7) from the July 2026 cycle. Staff presented each item, and commissioners asked clarifying questions. No votes were taken; the items are scheduled for a public hearing before the planning commission in October 2026. Discussion Items Item A1 (HCCPA 26-21) – Presented by Victoria Durand. Request to change the future land use designation of 3701 East Trapnell Road from Agricultural Estate to Rural Light Industrial. The 2.5-acre site is in the rural area, within the Plant City vision boundary. The change would eliminate potential residential density (up to 3 units) but keep non-residential intensity (up to 96,812 sq ft). Commissioner Miller asked about the Plant City vision boundary and potential future commercial expansion. Staff noted the vision map is being updated and offered to provide more details at the public hearing. Item A2 (HCCPA 26-22) – Presented by Willow Mickey. Request to change the land use designation of four parcels (13.8 acres) at 10610 Davis Road and Cricket Lane from Residential 6 and Residential 12 to Residential 16. The site is in the urban service area, East Lake Orient Park Community Plan. The change would increase potential dwelling units from 91 to 220 and non-residential square footage from 165,745 to 300,563. No questions from commissioners. Item A3 (HCCPA 26-23) – Presented by Gillian Massey. Request to change the future land use designation of 12711 East U.S. Highway 92 (2.8 acres) from Residential 1 to Rural Light Industrial. The site is in the rural area, South Domingo Community Plan, and within the I-4 corridor urban service area expansion study area. The change would eliminate residential potential (1 unit) and keep non-residential potential (30,492 sq ft) but expand allowable uses. No questions. Item A4 (HCCPA 26-24) – Presented by Alexis Myers. Request to change the future land use designation of 12559 North U.S. Highway 301 (74.34 acres) from Residential 1 and Office Commercial 20 to Rural Light Industrial. The site is in the rural area, Tonotosassa Community Plan. The change would eliminate residential potential (up to 234 units) and decrease commercial intensity from 993,821 sq ft to 809,562 sq ft, while introducing light industrial uses. No questions. Item A5 (HCCPA 26-25) – Presented by Lillian Lanahan. Request to change the future land use designation of 11017-11101 East U.S. Highway 92 (6.77 acres) from Residential 9 to Suburban Mixed Use 6. The site is in the urban service area, South Normango Community Plan. The change would decrease residential density (from 60 to 40 units) and keep non-residential square footage (147,450 sq ft) but add commercial intensive and light industrial uses. No questions. Item A6 (HCCPA 26-26) – Presented by Tyreek Royal. Request to change the land use designation of 13750 Repton Boulevard (37 acres) from Neighborhood Mixed Use 4 and Research Corporate Park to Light Industrial Plan. The site is in the urban service area, Northwest area community plan, adjacent to Pinellas County. The change would eliminate residential potential and increase commercial intensity from approximately 770,000 sq ft to 1.2 million sq ft. Commissioner Woolster expressed familiarity with the area, noting the narrow Repton Road and difficulty expanding it. He asked about allowable uses. Staff clarified the change would narrow uses to light industrial and increase floor area ratio, with concurrent rezoning including open storage and a new building. Commissioner Woolster indicated interest in seeing the building location. Item A7 (HCCPA 26-27) – Presented by Alexis Myers. Request to change a portion of the future land use designation of 3030 Cockroach Bay Road (6.9 acres) from Agricultural Rural 1 to 5 to Light Industrial Plan. The site is in the rural area, Little Manatee South and South Hillsborough County plans. The change would eliminate residential potential (1 unit) and increase non-residential intensity from 75,141 sq ft to 225,423 sq ft, introducing intensive commercial and light industrial uses. No questions. Key Outcomes - No votes were taken during this briefing session. All seven items are scheduled for a public hearing before the Hillsborough County Planning Commission in October 2026. Commissioner Miller requested additional information on the Plant City vision boundary for item A1, to be provided at the public hearing.

LAND USE HEARING 77% · ZONING 14% · STORMWATER MANAGEMENT 5% · PROCEDURAL 4%
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SEP 23, 2026 · CLEARWATER, FLORIDA · CLEARWATER MUNICIPAL MEETINGS
Clearwater Municipal Code Enforcement Board Meeting – September 23, 2026

The Clearwater Municipal Code Enforcement Board convened on September 23, 2026, at 1:30 PM in the Main Library Council Chambers. The board addressed 19 agenda items including continued violation cases, new complaints, a fine reduction request, affidavits of compliance and non-compliance, nuisance abatement liens, and cancellation of the October 2026 meeting. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The board unanimously approved the minutes of the August 26, 2026 meeting. Discussion Items – New Business Each case involved a finding of violation; compliance deadlines and daily fines of $150 per day per violation were set unless otherwise noted. - Cases 64-26 & 65-26 (Kevin & Melisa Hayslett, 1423 Embassy Dr.) – Permits for fence and interior remodel. Compliance: obtain permit by October 23, 2026 and complete within six months. Inspector Reese noted permits applied for but not paid. Board granted six-month completion period despite state statute change to 12 months. - Case 148-26 (Trueblood, Cheryl Tre, Street Dreams Irrev Trust, 1320 Springdale St.) – Permits for interior remodel, stucco, windows, doors. Owner cited hospitalization. Board extended compliance deadline to January 4, 2027 after staff recommended 90 days for obtaining engineered plans and permits. - Case 151-26 (2930 Gulf to Bay Blvd. LLC, 2930 Gulf to Bay Blvd.) – Permits for site work (masonry wall, tree boxes, pavers, turf). Contractor requested 60 days to obtain permit; board set compliance by November 23, 2026 with six months for completion. - Case 197-26 (same respondent, 2930 Gulf to Bay Blvd.) – Permits for two signs installed without permit. Respondent planned to remove signs or permit them. Deadline aligned with case 151-26: November 23, 2026. - Case 188-26 (IAGG Investments LLC, 118 S San Remo Ave.) – Fence violation. Owner’s representative cited divorce and financial strain. Board set compliance by November 23, 2026 (60 days from hearing). - Case 192-26 (Plov Management, 1116 Amble Ln.) – Fences and exterior storage. Inspector reported partial cleanup; board set compliance by October 23, 2026. - Case 193-26 (Eldorado Beach LLC, 1000 Eldorado Ave.) – Short-term rental and business tax receipt. Violation corrected prior to hearing. Board issued declaration of violation with no fine but a warning of up to $500/day for repeat. - Case 194-26 (Mark G. Sikorski, 3601 Brigadoon Cir.) – Exterior surfaces and roof maintenance. Owner requested December deadline but board granted 60 days to November 23, 2026. - Case 195-26 (Xenia M. Luna, 4104 Brigadoon Cir.) – Fences and exterior surfaces. Owner requested time for painting. Board set compliance by January 4, 2027. - Case 200-26 (Gandrabhsain Khan & Joan Khan, 1855 Diane Dr.) – Camper and hauling trailer parking. Renter reported moving RV that day. Board set compliance by October 2, 2026. - Withdrawn Cases: Items 3.5, 3.8, 3.9, 3.10, 3.15, 3.17, 3.18 were withdrawn from the agenda. Old Business – Fine Reduction - Case 71-25 (Dala Group LLC, 1877 Springtime Ave.) – New owner corrected all violations (roof, exterior surfaces, windows). Board reduced the lien to administrative costs of $1,317.20, payable within 30 days, or lien reverts to original amount. Other Board Actions - Affidavits of Compliance: Accepted for 7 cases (107-22, 53-24, 71-25, 115-26, 123-26, 134-26, 177-26). - Affidavits of Non-Compliance: Accepted for cases 127-25 (Jeffrey Thaler, permits), 05-26 (Thomas Rizkovsky, parking lot surfaces), 78-26 (Ana Torres Pabon, permits), 80-26 (Andres Perez & Zoila Perez, permits), and 108-26 (Hugo Paz-Mateos & Anaji Mejia, exterior storage). Fines of $150/day imposed. - Continued Case: Case 11-26 (Hanna Bachara & Madiha Ibrahim, exterior surfaces) continued to November 18, 2026 due to tenant move-out and power issues. - Cancellation of October 28, 2026 Meeting: Board voted to cancel the October meeting due to city hall relocation; next meeting set for November 18, 2026 at the new location. Nuisance Abatement Liens - The board accepted 12 nuisance abatement liens (cases 219-26, 220-26, 221-26, 222-26, 224-26, 225-26, 226-26, 228-26, 230-26, 231-26, 232-26, 233-26, 234-26, 235-26, 237-26). All required compliance within five days of the board’s order, authorized city to abate nuisances if not complied, and allowed liens for costs. - Cases withdrawn: 227-26, 229-26, 236-26. Key Outcomes - Findings of Violation: Approximately 14 new business cases resulted in violation findings, with compliance deadlines ranging from October 2, 2026 to January 4, 2027. - Fines: Standard fine of $150 per day per violation for non-compliance; violation of short-term rental rule carries up to $500/day. - Fine Reduction: One lien reduced to $1,317.20 administrative costs. - Non-Compliance Affidavits: Six non-compliance affidavits accepted, triggering fines. - Nuisance Abatement: 12 properties subject to immediate abatement with five-day deadlines. - Meeting Cancellation: October 28, 2026 meeting cancelled; next meeting November 18, 2026. Note: Agenda listed meeting at 1:30 PM; the meeting was called to order at 1:30 PM Eastern Time.

CODE ENFORCEMENT 84% · PROCEDURAL 15% · HOMELESSNESS 1%
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SEP 23, 2026 · COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS · BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Cook County Criminal Justice Committee Meeting - September 23, 2026

The Cook County Criminal Justice Committee met on September 23, 2026, at 6:15 PM. The meeting opened with public testimony from six speakers who described personal experiences with domestic violence, family court proceedings, and alleged judicial misconduct. Following public comments, the committee approved minutes from a prior meeting and unanimously adopted a resolution requiring regular progress updates on recommendations from the Chicago Cook County Task Force to Reduce Violence Against Women. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: Commissioner Kevin Morrison moved to approve the minutes of the July 23, 2026 meeting, but noted a discrepancy as the script referenced July 15, 2026. The Chairman stated the date would be verified, and the minutes were approved with a voice vote (all in favor). Public Comments & Testimony - Evelyn Romo testified about her domestic violence case, stating that her children's father filed a restraining order against her and her children despite the children residing with her. She described stalking, vehicle damage ($7,000 worth), job loss, and difficulty obtaining rental assistance. She expressed frustration that law enforcement and the court system failed to hold the abuser accountable. - Eddie Ingalls criticized the Cook County family court system, alleging corruption, misconduct, and profit-driven guardian ad litem and evaluator practices. He stated that judges no longer make decisions and that the system divides families for profit, leading to years without seeing children. - Arlena Criley reported systematic violations of law in the Domestic Relations Division, naming Presiding Judge Regina Scanisho for disregarding law and conducting an ambush evidentiary hearing. She alleged that the staff attorney for Judge Scanisho lied to commissioners about the authority to remove guardian ad litems, citing that the presiding judge or chief judge has that power. - Jessica Jackson accused elected officials of ignoring abuse by Cook County officials and urged the Department of Justice to investigate Governor Pritzker, Mayor Brandon Johnson, and judges. She claimed Governor Pritzker uses the family court system to abuse children and parents, and called for military intervention due to ineffective law enforcement. - Jackie Samfo described her own civil rights and due process violations in family court, alleging that judges protect her spouse who threatens to ruin her financially. She stated all her city properties are in foreclosure and requested Attorney General Kwame Raoul investigate judicial misconduct and possible bribery. - George Blake Moore attributed the broken system to poor leadership among Black elected officials and a decline in community standards. He argued that Black politicians, preachers, and professionals have failed the community. Discussion Items - Resolution 26-1965: Commissioner Donna Miller presented a resolution requesting that criminal justice stakeholders provide a comprehensive outline of measures to implement recommendations from the Chicago Cook County Task Force to Reduce Violence Against Women final report. The resolution also mandates quarterly updates to the Criminal Justice Committee and the Board of Commissioners beginning in FY2027. Miller emphasized the report is survivor-focused and aims to simplify court processes without adding trauma. The resolution was co-sponsored by multiple commissioners. Key Outcomes - Minutes Approval: Approved with a note of the date discrepancy (July 23 vs. July 15, 2026). - Resolution 26-1965: Approved unanimously by voice vote (all ayes). - Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned following the vote.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE 58% · PROCEDURAL 14% · CRIMINAL JUSTICE 13% · RACIAL EQUITY 10%
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SEP 23, 2026 · SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA · BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE
San Francisco Budget and Finance Committee Meeting - September 23, 2026

The Budget and Finance Committee, chaired by Supervisor Matt Dorsey with Vice Chair Cheyenne Chen and Member Danny Sauter, convened on September 23, 2026, at 6:15 PM to consider 16 agenda items. The committee approved 15 items and continued one item to a future meeting. All votes were unanimous (3-0). Public Comments - Item 2: Mark Gleason of Teams 365 expressed support for the SFO curbside management agreement with SP Plus. - Item 3: McGurden Libert, General Manager of Pier 23 Café, thanked the committee and expressed commitment to the business and its legacy. Consent Items (Approved Unanimously Without Discussion) - Item 1: Resolution retroactively authorizing a grant amendment for the Human Rights Commission, increasing funds by $150,000 to a total of $450,000, and extending the term to June 30, 2025. - Item 4: Resolution authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept an in-kind gift of $300,000 from Community Initiatives for food pharmacy programs. - Items 5–7: Three resolutions for the District Attorney's Office: (5) $75,000 revolving fund for emergency victim expenses; (6) $1 million grant from California Department of Insurance for workers' compensation fraud; (7) approximately $4 million grant from Cal OES for victim witness assistance. - Item 12: Resolution authorizing an amendment to the Office of Contract Administration's industrial supplies contract with MSC Industrial Supply, increasing the not-to-exceed amount by $7.6 million to $17.1 million. - Item 13: Resolution authorizing the Chief Medical Examiner to accept a $847,000 Cannabis Tax Fund grant from California Highway Patrol to enhance DUID toxicology testing. Discussion Items - Item 2: SFO Curbside Management Agreement. The airport seeks approval for a $45 million contract with SP Plus for a three-year term with a two-year extension. BLA reported no performance issues and a 25% cost increase due to labor rates and service expansion. The committee approved forwarding to the full board. - Item 3: Pier 23 Café Lease Restructuring. The port presented a new lease reducing base rent from $6,444 per square foot annually to $2,665 and percentage rent from 7% to 6%, with back rent forgiveness of $729,000 contingent on tenant capital improvements of $500,000. BLA noted a revenue miscalculation in the resolution and proposed an amendment correcting the estimated potential revenue from $5.877 million to $3,236,685. The committee adopted the amendment and approved forwarding. - Items 8–11: San Francisco Police Department Gifts and Grants. SFPD requested approval for: (8) $3 million gift from SF Police Community Foundation for the Real-Time Investigation Center; (9) in-kind gift of Oracle Park space valued at $45,500 for recruiting events; (10) cash gift of $103,750 for O2X wellness program; (11) $772,507 grant from California Highway Patrol for DUI enforcement. SFPD reported strong recruiting outcomes, with over 10,000 applications expected this year. All items forwarded. - Item 14: HSH Office Lease Amendment. The Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing sought approval to extend and modify its lease at 601 Van Ness, reducing rent from $46 to $40 per square foot, retroactive to August 2026, through July 2029 for total $1.1 million. Chair Dorsey discussed strategic real estate planning for future administrative offices in the civic center. Approved. - Item 16: 3300 Mission Affordable Housing Loan Amendment. MOHCD requested a $3.6 million loan increase (from $12.4 million to $16.1 million) to cover PGE-related cost overruns at a 35-unit affordable housing project (34 low-income units plus manager unit). PG&E added 800 feet of trenching (from 200 to 1,000 feet) and caused delays from November 2024 to July 2026, forcing the project to miss its June 2026 target for temporary certificate of occupancy. The city may recoup approximately $430,000 from PGE for system upgrades. The developer contributed $800,000 from their fee. Over 2,000 applicants are on the waitlist. Chair Dorsey noted that PGE-related costs to the city since 2018 amount to approximately $76 million. Approved. Continued Item - Item 15: Wholesale Produce Market Lease Amendment. The committee voted to continue this item to the October 21, 2026 meeting to allow additional time for information gathering. Key Outcomes - All 15 items voted on were forwarded to the full Board of Supervisors with positive recommendations. - Item 15 was continued to the October 21, 2026 meeting. - An amendment to Item 3 was adopted to correct the potential revenue figure. - No items were opposed or split; all votes were 3-0.

PUBLIC COMMENT 22% · PROCEDURAL 15% · REAL ESTATE AND LEASES 14% · PUBLIC SAFETY 13%
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SEP 23, 2026 · RICHMOND, VIRGINIA · CITY COUNCIL
Richmond Governmental Operations Committee Meeting Summary – September 23, 2026

The Governmental Operations Standing Committee met on September 23, 2026 (18:15:00 UTC) in Council Chamber, City Hall. The committee approved prior meeting minutes, received departmental presentations on solid waste/street cleaning and sustainability, and took action on 39 solar power purchase agreement ordinances, a railroad license ordinance, water utility funding ordinances, and five resolutions. Several items were forwarded to full council, some with recommendations and one without. Consent Calendar - Minutes of the May 27, 2026 and June 24, 2026 Governmental Operations Standing Committee meetings were approved as presented. Public Comments & Testimony - During the general public comment period, no one addressed items not on the agenda. - Solar PPA ordinances (items 1–39): Numerous speakers voiced support, including Maria Deuster and Carolyn Pugh of the Community Climate Collaborative, Kirk Johnson (a Richmond resident with 30+ years in consumer-owned electric utilities), Kevin Sianferini (Chair of the Public Utilities and Services Commission), Lee Williams (Sierra Club), John Johnson, Dave Evans (Sustainability and Resilience Commission), Angela Fontaine, and Chris Page (Commonwealth Power). Supporters cited estimated savings of about $20 million over 25 years, expiring federal tax credits reducing project costs by 30–50 percent (one speaker said about 42 percent), rising Dominion rates, workforce development opportunities, and climate resilience benefits. - Resolution 2026-R033: Adam Howard, a Richmond public defender, spoke in support, describing the need for a city trust policy to protect undocumented residents from immigration enforcement collaboration and to ensure access to city services. Discussion Items - Department of Public Works Solid Waste and Street Cleaning: Deputy Director Torrence Robinson introduced program managers Theodore Tyler and Vassar Sumter. The solid waste division services about 65,000 households and businesses, provides bi-weekly recycling to about 62,500 residents, maintains about 1,075 public litter cans, and collects about 612 tons of bulk and brush per month. Street cleaning covers about 8,000 lane miles per year, collects about 5,000 tons of debris annually, services over 80 lane miles of bike infrastructure with sweepers MF Broom and Baby Broom, handles about 100 graffiti removals per month, and supports about 40 special events per year. The leaf program serves nearly 60,000 homes, with loose-leaf pickup available for $30. - Office of Sustainability Annual Update: Director Laura Thomas reported on organizational development, RVA Green 2050 implementation (29 percent complete at end of FY26, 44 percent complete as of the meeting), and engagement metrics. The disposable plastic bag tax has generated $184,000 in city revenue from 4.6 million bags taxed, with $68,000 expended on DPW composting support. Other highlights included the Cool City program, neighborhood resilience grants (fourth cohort), energy programs, the RVA East End Solar Farm, and FY27 priorities including new clean energy and waste reduction policy advisors. - Solar PPA ordinances 2026-215 through 2026-253 (items 1–39): The committee discussed proposed site leases and solar renewable energy credit assignment agreements with seven RVA Solar 2050 LLCs for rooftop solar on 39 city-owned properties. Administration representatives, including CAO Odie Donald, Office of Sustainability Director Laura Thomas, Energy Program Officer Dawn Alexi, Procurement Director Renee Almerez, and vendor Tony Smith of Secure Solar Futures, described approximately $20 million in cost avoidance over 25 years, a guaranteed fixed rate averaging 12.78 cents per kilowatt-hour versus current Dominion rates of about 17 cents, and the need to meet expiring federal tax credit deadlines. Several councilmembers raised concerns about the 25-year commitment, termination fees (up to $28 million cited for year one), the absence of decommissioning bonds, indemnification and insurance terms, newly formed LLCs, roof structural viability, and potential future CIP costs. Administration and vendor representatives responded that the city owes nothing unless it defaults on purchased electricity, that engineering and permitting conditions precedent protect the city, and that risk assessments had been completed and issues resolved. Councilmember Gibson and others requested written risk documentation and contract amendments. Ultimately, a motion to recommend approval failed for lack of a second; the committee voted to forward the 39 ordinances to full council with no recommendation. - Ordinance 2026-212 (item 40): An administration representative explained the amendment to City Code §2-86 allowing the CAO to enter into railroad property license agreements for utility and public works infrastructure, extending permitted use from five days to perpetual and allowing delegation to DPU or DPW directors. No public comment was offered. The committee voted to forward it with a recommendation to approve. - Ordinances 2026-213 and 2026-214 (items 41–42): Director of Public Utilities Scott Morris explained the acceptance of $7,300,000 from the Virginia Resources Authority and the related financing agreement for Phase 6 of the lead service line identification and replacement program, offsetting rate increases and including principal forgiveness for private service lines. No public comment. The committee voted to forward both with a recommendation to approve. - Resolution 2026-R032 (item 43): Councilmember Gibson introduced a resolution expressing council support for the November 3, 2026 constitutional amendments on reproductive freedom, marriage equality, and restoration of voting rights. No public comment. The committee voted to forward with a recommendation to approve. - Resolution 2026-R033 (item 44): Councilmember Jones introduced a resolution requesting the Mayor and CAO to prepare administrative regulations by January 1, 2027 on disclosure of immigration status information and use of city resources for civil federal immigration enforcement. Following public comment, the committee voted to forward with a recommendation to approve. - Resolution 2026-R037 (item 45): The committee considered nominations of Odie Donald II, Nicole Jones, and Ellen F. Robertson as Richmond's directors of the Greater Richmond Transit Company board. No public comment. The committee voted to forward with a recommendation to approve. - Resolution 2026-R038 (item 46): The chief of staff presented the proposed 2027 General Assembly legislative agenda, including six priorities (two budget-related and four legislative). The committee voted to forward the resolution with a recommendation to approve, with amendments to be considered later. - Resolution 2026-R039 (item 47): Councilmember Gibson's resolution establishing a transparent process for developing the city's legislative agenda and repealing Res. No. 2022-R070 was debated. A motion to forward with a recommendation to approve with amendment passed 2–1, with Chair Jordan dissenting. Key Outcomes - Approved minutes for May 27 and June 24, 2026. - Items 1–39 (solar PPA ordinances 2026-215 through 2026-253): forwarded to full council with no recommendation (3–0). - Item 40 (Ordinance 2026-212): forwarded with recommendation to approve (3–0). - Items 41–42 (Ordinances 2026-213 and 2026-214): forwarded with recommendation to approve (3–0). - Item 43 (Resolution 2026-R032): forwarded with recommendation to approve (3–0). - Item 44 (Resolution 2026-R033): forwarded with recommendation to approve (3–0). - Item 45 (Resolution 2026-R037): forwarded with recommendation to approve (3–0). - Item 46 (Resolution 2026-R038): forwarded with recommendation to approve (3–0). - Item 47 (Resolution 2026-R039): forwarded with recommendation to approve with amendment (2–1; Chair Jordan voted no). - The committee did not take up remaining discussion items (presentations through February 2027, scheduling updates, and state grant funding for water treatment plant improvements), deferring them for offline handling, and adjourned.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY 25% · SUSTAINABILITY 17% · PROCUREMENT 11% · PUBLIC WORKS 10%
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