The Public Meeting Index

The Hollywood City Commission held its second and final public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2027 budget on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 6:00 PM in City Hall. The meeting included adoption of the millage rate, operating and capital budgets, position control, and concurrence with the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) budgets. All votes were unanimous. Public Comments & Testimony - Bob Glickman (Hollywood Beach) opposed the proposed millage rate increase, calling for a rollback. He argued the city has an additional $9 million in property tax revenue and that a rollback would cost only about $11.7 million. He criticized the lack of resident affordability in the budget and suggested cutting expenses. He also noted that a water and sewer revenue increase implied a double whammy for residents. - Mark Rowe (New Hibernians of Hollywood) requested an additional $10,000 in production funding for each of three downtown events (Mardi Gras, St. Patrick’s Day Parade, and Holly Weird), and asked the city to continue covering required police and fire services costs. He also asked for a seat at the table if the jazz festival expands into downtown streets. Discussion Items - City Manager’s Remarks: The city manager emphasized the importance of the budget process, noting the city is now a “billion-dollar city” with a structurally balanced budget. He highlighted the challenge of a potential Amendment 3 ballot measure and thanked staff. - Deputy City Manager Adam Reichbach’s Presentation: Reichbach presented the FY 2027 budget details: - Proposed operating millage rate flat at 7.4293 mills; debt service millage reduced by 0.0238 mills to 0.5075, for a total of 7.9368 mills. - Total all-funds budget just over $1 billion, a 13.1% increase from FY 2026. - General fund: $436.1 million (41% of citywide budget). Property taxes are 46% of general fund revenue. Police and fire are the largest cost centers, exceeding total property tax revenue. - Over three years, property tax revenue increased $42 million, but expenditures rose due to cost increases: medical supplies (+160%), fire bunker gear (+67%), police vehicles (+26%), motor oil/fuel (+50%), landscaping (+24%), health insurance (+65%), pension costs (+26%), credit card merchant fees (+170%). - Enterprise funds total about 42% of the budget; water and sewer fund is largest at nearly $350 million. - Capital Improvement Plan (FY 2027-2031) totals $139 million, mostly for water, sewer, and stormwater projects. - Staffing increase of 75 positions: 57 in public utilities (44 water/sewer, 13 stormwater), general fund additions offset by revenue or expenditure reductions, including police and fire positions. - Commissioner Questions: - Commissioner Shuham asked about quantifying deferred maintenance costs; Reichbach agreed to provide examples. - Commissioner Biederman asked about the records and archives enterprise fund and take-home vehicle fuel reimbursement; Police Chief Devlin confirmed a reimbursement scale based on distance from station. - Mayor Levy noted the capital budget’s emphasis on water/sewer/stormwater and requested communication of projects to build public confidence. - Mayor Levy’s Remarks on Millage: Levy acknowledged Bob Glickman’s concerns but cited looming Amendment 3 and the city’s fixed cost increases as reasons to maintain the millage rate. He noted the city has incrementally reduced the tax rate over past years and that if Amendment 3 fails, further reductions could be considered. Key Outcomes - R-2026-310 (Millage Rate): Approved unanimously. The operating millage rate is set at 7.4293 mills, generating $202,591,638 in general fund net revenue. The total millage rate is 7.9368 mills, a reduction of 0.0238 from FY 2026. - R-2026-311 (Operating Budget): Approved unanimously, adopting the FY 2027 operating and capital budget as presented. - R-2026-312 (Capital Improvement Plan): Approved unanimously, adopting the FY 2027-2031 CIP totaling $139 million. - R-2026-313 (Authorized Positions): Approved unanimously, establishing 75 new positions as described. - D-2026-001 (CRA Budget Concurrence): Approved unanimously, concurring with the separate adoption of CRA budgets by the CRA board. The meeting then adjourned, with the CRA hearing to follow.

The Joplin City Council convened a special meeting at 5:00 PM on September 23, 2026, which immediately adjourned to a closed session to discuss employee matters. Following the closed session, the Council held the second budget work session to review "Issues and Options" for the FY2027 budget and provide direction to staff for the October 19th budget adoption. The council discussed and voted on several financial items, including funding requests from the Chamber of Commerce and Downtown Joplin Alliance, the spending plan for the new police and fire sales tax, facility security improvements, and a travel policy for council members. Discussion Items - Chamber of Commerce & MoCAN Partnership Request (Issue 1): Chamber CEO Betsy Mentz, along with Brendan Dungan and Amy Kaufman, presented a request for a 5% funding increase from $312,000 to $353,850. They highlighted economic development metrics for the region, including 166 business retention visits and a pipeline of 25 coded opportunities. Council members Cortez, Moran, and Bard praised the presentation and the return on investment, with several members stating their full support for the increase. Council member Cortez called it "one of the best" presentations for an "ask" he had seen. - Downtown Joplin Alliance Contract Renewal (Issue 2): Lori from the Downtown Joplin Alliance (DJA) requested a renewal of the public service agreement for three years at $75,000 annually, up from $50,000, with a cost of living adjustment in subsequent years. She discussed DJA's work on historic preservation, business support, and events, noting over $80 million in private investment downtown in the last five years. Council members discussed challenges facing downtown, including homelessness and vacant large buildings. Council member Cows pressed for concrete assistance for businesses struggling with safety issues, while Council member Jackson inquired about strategies for large empty spaces and a potential downtown CID. Council member DeTar emphasized the importance of a vibrant downtown for economic development. - Consultant Spending Review (Issue 3): Staff presented a summary of consultant expenditures totaling $1.5 to $2 million annually. Council member Moran questioned whether the city could hire more in-house staff rather than using consultants. City Manager Edwards explained that consultants provide specialized teams and flexibility, and that the high spending is partially tied to successful grant acquisition (ARPA, Bipartisan Infrastructure Law). The council agreed to consider a future work session on analyzing internal staffing economies of scale relative to consultant costs. - Police and Fire Sales Tax Spending Plan (Issue 4): A major portion of the meeting focused on the spending plan for the new half-cent sales tax. Leslie Haas presented a plan that prioritized wage adjustments, followed by phasing in additional personnel (9 officers, 6 firefighters through 2031), new apparatus (ladder truck, rescue truck), and the replacement of Fire Station 3. A significant debate ensued regarding the timeline for hiring compared to capital expenditures. Council members Price and Jackson argued that the promise to voters focused on immediate staffing and public safety, criticizing the phased approach that delays full hiring until 2031. Council member Cows stated that "people matter over stuff" and prioritizing capital over staffing was a concern. Council member Cortez and City Manager Edwards provided historical context, noting that recruitment is a long-term challenge and that the pay-as-you-go model prevents unsustainable debt. The council acknowledged that the chiefs were consulted on the priority list. The plan was approved 8-1. - Council Travel Policy and Budget (Issue 5): Staff recommended increasing the travel and conference budget from $2,000 to $18,000 ($2,000 per member). Council member Cows praised the benefits of conferences for professional development and regional collaboration. Council member Price raised a point about the lack of mileage reimbursement when council members drive personal vehicles instead of a city van. The council approved the budget increase and directed staff to explore a policy for mileage reimbursement with prior approval. - Facility Security Improvements (Issue 6): Staff presented three high-priority facility upgrades: the Health Department storefront counters ($150k), moving the police community office from the basement to the first floor of City Hall ($650k), and enclosing Human Resources for privacy ($400k). City Manager Edwards recommended funding all three through a one-time use of fund balance (Option 3), arguing that costs would only increase if delayed. Council member Koppel suggested prioritizing the police relocation and HR roof over council chamber security improvements. Council member Cortez pushed to finally address the HR roof after years of requests. The motion to approve Option 3 passed unanimously. - Golf and Pool Discounted Fees (Issue 7): Staff proposed offering free green fees on the second Tuesday of each month for veterans and twilight free golf on weekdays for city employees, as well as 50% discounts on pool season passes for both groups. The measure was approved unanimously. Key Outcomes - Approved: Chamber of Commerce & MoCAN funding request ($353,850). (Vote: 9-0) - Approved: Downtown Joplin Alliance three-year contract renewal ($75,000/year). (Vote: 8-1) - Approved: Police and Fire Sales Tax spending plan as presented, directing staff to prepare ordinances for the October 19th adoption. (Vote: 8-1) - Approved: City Council travel budget increase to $18,000, with direction to explore mileage reimbursement policy. (Vote: 9-0) - Approved: Facility security improvements (Health Dept counter, Police office relocation, HR roof), funded by one-time general fund balance (Option 3). (Vote: 9-0) - Approved: Golf and pool discounted fees for veterans and city employees. (Vote: 9-0) - Direction Given: Staff to prepare a future work session analyzing internal staffing capacity versus consultant spending.

The Chapel Hill Town Council met on September 23, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chamber. Mayor Jessica Anderson presided, with eight members present (Council Member Louie Rivers was absent). The meeting included a proclamation, public comments, a consent agenda, and two main discussion items: an out-of-town library fee and a Land Use Management Ordinance (LUMO) update. Key decisions included approving all consent items, adopting the $65 library fee, and advancing the LUMO to a public hearing scheduled for October 21, 2026. Proclamation and Announcements - Mayor Anderson proclaimed October 2026 as Entrepreneurial and Innovation Month, highlighting the town's innovation ecosystem and partnerships. - Council Member Paris Miller-Foushee invited the community to a Good Neighbor Initiative cookout on September 24 at the Hargrave Center. - Mayor Pro Tem Camille Berry reminded residents of Hunger Action Month and encouraged donations to food support services. Public Comments & Testimony - Sharon Hartwell, a resident of Chase Park/Elliott Woods, reported that management company Remnant Management is attempting to evict her despite her lease running through November 2026. She stated that her rent would increase 61% if she signed a new lease, and that her hotel stay would end on Friday. She requested council assistance to hold the owners (VITUS and Remnant) to the terms of her lease. - During the LUMO discussion, two public speakers commented: Barbara Driscoll (New Hope Bird Alliance) urged council to slow the LUMO process, address stormwater and canopy loss, and require 100% native trees (citing Chatham County). She also recommended updating invasive species lists and creating a stop-work order for illegal tree removal. Jeanette Bench asked council to remove the quarter-mile greenway radius from LUMO until a stormwater overlay is developed, and expressed concerns about lack of community input and the sunsetting of the Community Design Commission. Consent Calendar All consent items were approved unanimously (8-0, with Council Member Rivers absent): - R-1: Construction contract with Morgan Corp. for $1,472,400 to remediate the dam at 1714 Legion Road. - O-1 & O-2: Budget ordinance amendments for stormwater and affordable housing projects. - R-2: Updated property acquisition for NS RAPID transit. - R-3: FY27 Percent for Art Plan. - R-4: Signage and naming of Community Center Building at Cedar Falls Park and greenway extensions in honor of Bill and Peggy Britt (accompanied by a $10 million gift from the Britt Foundation). - Approval of past unapproved minutes (from 2014–2024). Discussion Items Out-of-Town Library Fee - Library Director Atlas Logan recommended adopting a resolution to decline Orange County's phased-out funding and institute an annual $65 fee for Orange County residents living outside Chapel Hill corporate limits, effective July 1, 2027. The fee would align with existing fees for other out-of-county users. - Council Member Nollert moved to adopt R-5; the motion passed 8-0. The fee applies to Orange County residents outside Chapel Hill, with exceptions for current town employees and Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools students (per an MOU). Land Use Management Ordinance (LUMO) Update - Staff (led by Tas Lagoo, Long-Range Planning Manager) presented the 23rd informal discussion on the draft LUMO, focusing on environment and resilience, including stormwater standards, tree canopy requirements, and green infrastructure. - Key points: - RCD (Resource Conservation District) buffers remain unchanged; new lighting restrictions and green stormwater infrastructure preference added. - New tree canopy standards: 30% canopy requirement for single-family homes over 1,500 sq ft; reduced standards for missing middle housing (2-4 units) and mixed-use; mandatory tree preservation for sites 1 acre; biodiversity requirements (max 25% of any one species, 50% native/adapted species). - Expanded 100-year storm requirement to subdivisions with 4+ lots or 40,000 sq ft disturbance; new downstream impact analysis for larger projects (subdivisions with 4+ lots or 20,000 sq ft disturbance); reduced stormwater threshold for single-family homes from 20,000 to 12,000 sq ft land disturbance. - Council members asked clarifying questions about green stormwater infrastructure feasibility, native planting supply chains, enforcement of tree protection, and the role of the Community Design Commission (CDC). - Council took straw polls and made several decisions: - Adopted “Map 3” (arterial roads, collector roads with sidewalks, and school proximity) for density bonuses, with future work on criteria for greenways and transit. - Decided to keep existing by-right density thresholds for downtown (Town Center) and consider future increases after further discussion. - Supported a stepped-up native planting requirement (e.g., 50% to 100% over time) and the possibility of an environmental overlay for stormwater vulnerability and wildlife corridors for post-adoption follow-up. - Agreed to consider a requirement for at least one tree on every lot, with staff to analyze feasibility. - Council agreed to call a public hearing for October 21, 2026, with the Planning Commission hearing set for October 6, 2026. Key Outcomes - All consent items approved unanimously (8-0). - R-5 (out-of-town library fee) adopted 8-0. - LUMO draft to proceed to public hearing on October 21, 2026. - Council directed staff to return with options for a stormwater overlay and wildlife corridor protection after adoption, and to prepare a performance evaluation framework. - Council requested staff provide data on native plant supply chains and a reference list of design manual standards. - Council directed staff to develop a revised tree canopy table for the public hearing, including potential changes to mixed-use and commercial standards. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at approximately 10:00 PM.

The Hooksett Town Council met on September 23, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The meeting covered a wide range of topics including the introduction of a new town planner, updates on Old Home Day and the Heritage Commission, adoption of a town flag, approval of the salary market analysis changes, discussion on recruiting a new town administrator, and a detailed debate over drainage issues at Merchants Auto impacting a resident. The council also handled public input regarding a former firefighter's resignation and pay, and recognized the 2026 Citizens of the Year. Consent Calendar - Approved the public minutes from September 2, 2026 (budget review) and September 9, 2026 (regular meeting). The council member who was absent abstained. - Approved the non-public minutes from August 26 and September 9, 2026. - Approved the nomination and appointment of Vincent Limbo Jr. to the Highway Safety Advisory Board (term expiring June 30, 2029). - Approved the nomination and appointment of Denise Pouchette Vogue as an alternate member to the Hooksett Planning Board (term ending June 30, 2027). Public Comments & Testimony - Bill Clifford (21 Virginia Street) spoke during public input about firefighter Mitchell Dean, who resigned after being indicted. Clifford questioned why the town continued to pay him for two years after his resignation. The town administrator cited HIPAA laws and noted that the first year involved medical leave, and thereafter the town was limited in action until the investigation concluded. Clifford expressed that many residents are frustrated. The council acknowledged receiving emails and promised transparency when legally possible. - Carrie Hyde (36 Headwater Drive), representing the Heritage Commission, gave an update on the history book "Flowing Through Time: Hooksett's History 1968 to 2026" (pre-sale discount to be announced, print in May). She reported the successful rededication of Alpha J. Lambert Riverside Park at Old Home Day with 40–50 attendees, and praised JPI for donating a $16,000 fireworks show and cleanup. She thanked the council for support. Council members lauded her efforts, noting she largely organized the event single-handedly. Discussion Items 1. Introduction of New Town Planner Town Administrator Andre introduced new Town Planner Avery Opalin, who started Monday, September 21. She attended her first planning board meeting that day. The resignation of Mitchell Dean (firefighter) was also noted; he left after investigation and charges. 2. Town Flag Adoption After a long debate, the council voted to adopt a town flag using the town seal (adopted 1972) on a background of "resolute blue" (the darker blue matching the state flag). The motion passed with council members expressing preferences. Councilor Sullivan noted the flag idea originated from a constituent, Jacob Hurlika. 3. Salary Market Analysis The council addressed the salary classification study (cost $12,375). Motions were handled separately: - Motion 1: Adopt the proposed FY2027 classification pay plan (sets pay ranges, no immediate raises). Passed 4-2-1 (one abstention). - Motion 2: Incorporate $11,669 into the FY2027-28 operating budget to bring six part-time employees to minimum pay grade levels. The motion was amended to adjust the total budget from $22,614,964 to $22,626,633. Passed on roll call. The council debated whether the study was necessary given in-house HR expertise. - Motion 3: To consider the report's recommendations (future classification, HR director position, assistant TA). Passed 5-2, with direction to the town administrator to present a detailed organizational plan at a future meeting. 4. Town Administrator Recruitment The council considered a proposal from MRI to conduct a nationwide search for the next town administrator (retiring next summer). Cost: $15,000 plus up to $1,500 in advertising. Some council members wanted to first advertise locally before hiring a firm; others argued MRI is the only firm doing this and the process is thorough. The motion to authorize the contract was tabled to the October 14 meeting to allow for more information (e.g., average candidate pool size, background check costs). 5. Drainage Issue at Merchants Auto (Mr. Cody's Complaint) Mr. Cody (property abutting Merchants Auto) alleges snow storage on the merchant's site causes water runoff onto his property. The council discussed site plans from 1997, 1999, 2000, and 2008. Code Enforcement Officer Dana Pendegas reported multiple visits to the site; he met with the merchant's facilities manager and directed snow removal to stay within designated areas. He noted the merchant extended a berm per former engineer Bruce Thomas’s suggestion. Mr. Cody provided video showing dump trucks and a bulldozer pushing snow near the property line. Council debated whether the merchant is in violation (no explicit height/volume limits in the plan) and whether snow is being trucked from off-site. A motion to have the town's engineering firm review the snow storage limit and drainage was approved verbally but later a formal motion to send a letter to Merchants Auto requiring compliance with the approved snow storage area passed 4-1. Council also asked Dana to continue monitoring. 6. Old Home Day & Park Rededication Council recognized the success of Old Home Day (September 18–19) and the rededication of Lambert Park. Sponsors donated $17,500, with an in-kind value of $25,000. The event remains free to the public. Future considerations include parking and possibly a Battle of the Bands at Lambert Park. Key Outcomes - Town flag adopted (resolute blue background, town seal) – effective immediately. - Salary plan and part-time wage increase approved – $11,669 added to FY2027-28 budget; total budget now $22,626,633. - Town administrator recruitment – tabled to October 14, 2026; staff to provide MRI candidate pool data and cost breakdown. - Merchants Auto drainage – council votes: (1) town engineer to review snow storage limits (motion passed by voice vote, details unclear); (2) letter to merchants to comply with approved snow storage area (passed 4-1). Code enforcement will continue monitoring. - Heritage Commission history book – pre-sale discount to be announced; print date May 2027. - Citizen of the Year Proclamation – Robert and Sue Wiley recognized; dinner on October 2, 2026 (correction made from original typo). - Subcommittee reports – Charter amendment subcommittee to meet; Old Town Hall Preservation Committee membership to be clarified. - Correspondence – NH DOT paving notice on Route 3 and 3A was received after the fact; council expressed frustration over lack of timely notice. - Non-public session – council entered non-public per RSA 91-A:3, II (a) and (b) to discuss personnel and contractual matters, then adjourned.

The Tulsa City Council met on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, for its regular meeting. The agenda and transcript list the meeting at 5:00 PM in the Council Chamber, 175 E. 2nd St., Tulsa, OK; the supplied metadata cites the meeting date as 2026-09-23 11:00:00+00:00. Chair Karen Gilbert presided. No items were reported under appointments/reappointments, public hearings, new business, or appeals. Consent Calendar - Minutes (1A–1B): The Council approved, on a unanimous roll-call vote, the minutes of the September 2, 2026 regular meetings held at 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM. - Mayor’s Items (4B–4Q): The Council approved all mayor’s items on a unanimous roll-call vote. These included receipt/canvassing of certificates of votes from the August 25, 2026 election for Council Districts 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, and 9 and the ONG Franchise; a Public Property Use/Occupancy Agreement with Tulsa Global District for decorative vinyl wraps on traffic control cabinets at six locations; a license agreement with 1500 Cherry Street, LLC for two wall-mounted blade signs at 1503 E. 15th St. S.; multiple utility/storm/sanitary sewer easement donations; donations from QuikTrip, Quik Print on Main, B’nai Emunah Synagogue, Kansas State University, Columbus Fire Department, and Oklahoma Homeland Security; and the Black Wall Street Nation Festival special event application scheduled for September 25–27, 2026, starting at 700 N. Greenwood Ave. - Final Plat 36N (5A): The Council approved the final plat for 36N — 21 lots, 10 blocks, ±32.18 acres at the northeast corner of E. 36th St. N. and S. Peoria Ave. — on a unanimous roll-call vote. - First-Reading Ordinances (6A–6C): Without objection, the Council forwarded these ordinances to its next meeting: a $750,000 reallocation within the 2023 Temporary Sales Tax Fund for the River Parks Maintenance Building; a $9,055.71 supplemental appropriation from Oklahoma Forestry Services through the Inflation Reduction Act Urban and Community Forestry Program; and an ordinance closing a detention easement at 1123 N. Garnett Rd. requested by Interiors One Properties, LLC for future expansion. - Second-Reading Ordinances (7A–7G): The Council approved, on a unanimous roll-call vote: the Florence Park Neighborhood Character Overlay 2 (NCO-2) rezoning (7A; TMAPC had recommended approval 7–0–1); the closing of a public way at 4022 E. 104th St. (7B); and FY 2026–2027 supplemental appropriations of $125,000 from Cherokee Health (7C), $25,000 from Telligen Community Initiative (7D), $413,630 from the U.S. Department of Justice JAG grant (7E), $293,750 from the Convention & Visitors Fund for managed entities/economic development (7F), and $20,000 from Cities for Financial Empowerment (7G). Public Comments & Testimony - Mayor’s items 4K, 4M, and 4O – John Huthines: Expressed support for the QuikTrip donation to the TPD Training Division for the “918 Day of Caring” project, the B’nai Emunah donation for the Welcoming Week Soccer Tournament, and the Columbus Fire Department travel donation for two fire chiefs to serve as assessors in Columbus, Ohio. - Item 5A – James Alexander: Opposed the 36N plat, saying the project is much larger than earlier plans, resembles “a small city,” and is “a mess.” He stated North Tulsa is “getting screwed” and asserted that Black residents cannot afford the homes because they are not considered creditworthy. - Items 7A, 7C, and 7D – John Huthines: Expressed support for the Florence Park NCO-2 overlay and for the Cherokee Health and Telligen grant appropriations. - Item 7H – supporters (7 of 10 speakers): - Carmen Glunt described 61 fatal officer-involved shootings she could verify since 2007, saying only the killing of Terrence Crutcher produced a ruling that the shooting was not criminally justified; one in ten cases resulted in a lawsuit or settlement; and all involved officers retained CLEET certification. She argued Tulsa has no independent mechanism to learn from such cases. - Deborah Tyler, whose son was shot nine times by a Tulsa police officer, said the photo of the incident has been viewed over three million times. She said the city has spent $60 million “protecting monsters,” demanded the officer be fired and his CLEET certification revoked, and urged approval of oversight. - Christy Williams said Tulsa has discussed oversight for 10 years and noted the city has spent millions of taxpayer dollars on policing-related settlements; she cited an 18-point decline from the 2018 baseline and quoted Ronald Reagan: “Trust, but verify.” She supported oversight as building trust. - Luke Bullinger quoted Christopher Hedges, said “rest in power” to Terrence Crutcher, and argued oversight is needed so democracy survives. - Jane Sampier, executive director of Still She Rises and former public defender with 17 years in courtrooms, supported the proposal. She said New York’s civilian complaint review board shows how an independent evaluator helps people feel seen, and that trust must be earned. - John Wilson supported feedback/review mechanisms for public safety; he cited a personal traffic stop, said Tulsa is one of 1% of U.S. agencies requiring a bachelor’s degree, and referenced a recent lawsuit against Tulsa Fire over pay as a communication failure. - Nate Morris supported the proposal, noting that 48 of the 50 largest U.S. cities have had civilian oversight of law enforcement while Tulsa has not. He called further delay unacceptable unless it leads to a near-term result. - Item 7H – opponents (3 of 10 speakers): - Sean McKenna, counsel for the Fraternal Order of Police, urged the Council not to adopt the ordinance at this time. He argued multi-layered oversight already exists (DA, OSBI, Attorney General, CLEAT, FBI, DOJ, courts, and CALEA accreditation for about 20 years); that the proposed office is not truly independent because it is mayor-appointed and city-funded; that the ordinance implicates mandatory subjects of bargaining under the Oklahoma Fire and Police Arbitration Act; that the mandatory 10-business-day wait before a final disposition is not advisory; and that the office would not reduce lawsuit exposure. - Heather Nash said she opposes the proposal because she believes the City Council should also be subject to independent oversight and review. She said she did not want oversight for police to be pursued while council oversight was “kicked down the road” for 10 years. - Jaina Davis opposed creating a new city department, calling it an expensive additional bureaucracy (about $500,000/year). She said answers should come from existing officials, that the mayor’s public safety commissioner should review the Jamerson file, that documents should be published online, and that “transparency is not Title 16.” - Email read by Councilor Decter Wright from Ginger Ward: Ward, a retired Tulsa 911 dispatcher with nearly 30 years in Tulsa’s public safety system, supported independent oversight covering police, fire, and 911. She cited the February 2025 crash that killed two Holland Hall teenagers, saying Tulsa Fire was not dispatched until 24 minutes after the initial 911 call and that an internal email was released only after open records requests and Oklahoma Attorney General intervention. She also cited the William Henry Jamberson case: about 24 years in prison on a rape conviction, evidence later found in TPD possession, DNA testing excluding him, the conviction vacated, and a $26.25 million settlement. Ward said employees need to raise safety concerns without fear and that independent review is needed for accountability and prevention. - Agenda discrepancy: The agenda listed Elizabeth Gray under Hearing of Public Comments to propose an annual Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence in October, but the transcript does not include her remarks. After the Clerk announced item 11, the Council moved to the non-televised portion of the meeting. Discussion Items - Independent Review and Oversight of Public Safety (7H): After testimony, Councilor Decter Wright, co-sponsor with Councilor Hall Harper, read Ginger Ward’s email and summarized the proposal’s history. She said the ordinance is one of several paths — ordinance, charter amendment, citizen initiative, or mayor’s executive action — and moved to continue 7H to the Wednesday, October 14, 2026 Council meeting to allow more time for colleagues to review counterproposals. Councilor Archie said the Council is “not going to do nothing”; he challenged opponents and Chief Brooks/Commissioner Roberts to present alternatives by Oct 14 covering use of force, technology management, data sharing, and internal affairs. Councilor Dutton said $500,000/year for 26 years equals $13 million, but Tulsa spent $52 million in settlements in 2025 and 2026, and no monetary value can replace a life. Councilor Bellis urged the Council to act with urgency so everyone’s loved ones make it home. Councilor Hall Harper pointed to the September 16, 2026 presentation and backup materials. Councilor Lakin asked that affected public safety agencies be brought to a public committee conversation before the next vote. Councilor Dutton asked that citizen stakeholders also have a place at the table. Staff said they would work to schedule additional committee discussion on September 30, 2026. Key Outcomes - Unanimous approval of minutes 1A–1B, Mayor’s items 4B–4Q, final plat 5A, and second-reading ordinances 7A–7G. - First-reading ordinances 6A–6C forwarded to the next regular meeting without objection. - Item 7H continued to Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM by unanimous roll-call vote. The Council directed scheduling for further committee discussion, including with affected public safety agencies, and set expectations for alternatives/reforms to be presented before that date. - No action was taken on the agenda item 11 public comment (Elizabeth Gray) because it was not reflected in the transcript; the meeting then proceeded to its non-televised portion.

Mayor Jimmy Gray called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. with all seven council members present. The session focused on Hunger Action Month, highlighting four local organizations working to combat food insecurity in Hampton. Discussion Items - Thrive Peninsula: Executive Director Angela York and Director of Community Giving Caroline Dutle were recognized. In 2025, Thrive served over 3,000 families in Hampton, distributing $541,232 in aid. - Virginia Peninsula Foodbank: CEO Bob Laatvis was recognized. In the most recent fiscal year, the foodbank distributed over 1.9 million meals in Hampton, valued at nearly $4 million. Over 11,000 households made 50,000 visits to foodbank partner sites, a 4,000-visit increase from the prior year. Feeding America's Map the Meal Gap survey estimates over 17,000 Hampton residents (including 6,810 children) may experience food insecurity this year. The foodbank operates backpack programs at eight schools, mobile pantries at 10 community sites, supports over 400 seniors monthly at six locations, and provides Kids Cafe dinners at 10 after-school sites. More than 35% of food distributed is produce. The City of Hampton has provided over $46,000 in grant funding over 15 years. - SAME (So All Might Eat): Represented by Dawn Gerbing and Ilene Leininger. A ministry of Hampton Baptist Church, SAME started in the 1960s as a soup kitchen and expanded in 2015. Weekly free hot lunches, clothing closet, and monthly food pantry serving about 120 households. Year to date, 4,885 lunches served and 36,000 pounds of food distributed. They are adding at least 10 new people per week to services. - Peninsula Agency on Aging (PAA) / Meals on Wheels: Not present due to a regional conference. PAA delivers hot lunches to seniors who cannot cook or shop, and runs dining clubs. Volunteer drivers provide wellness checks. Key Outcomes - The council recognized and celebrated the contributions of each organization. - Mayor Gray noted that Hampton is in a regional competition to collect the most peanut butter and jelly for families in need, encouraging community participation. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 6:15 p.m.

Note on Date Discrepancy: The agenda and minutes provided for this meeting list the date as September 22, 2026, but the meeting summary is generated using the date specified in the instruction (September 23, 2026). This discrepancy is noted for accuracy. The Rochester Heritage Preservation Commission met on September 23, 2026, at 5:00 PM in the Government Center Council Chamber. The meeting included public comments, approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness, discussion of a historic preservation inventory strategy, and updates on public engagement and the Indian Heights Park project. All seven voting members were present; non-voting member Valerie Wassmer was absent. Consent Calendar - Minutes of August 25, 2026: Approved by unanimous consent. Commissioner Koestler questioned the sufficiency of noting "discussions ensued" without details, but staff clarified that recordings serve as the official record. Commissioner Shabel noted that for contested hearings, a written summary of the commission's position should be prepared for city council. Public Comments & Testimony - Barry Skolnick: Requested monthly updates on the Hal Henderson project, noting 4,000 people are interested. He urged the commission to prioritize landmarking and awards over public relations, stating the HPC is the only entity that can do this work and is "woefully behind." He suggested community lecture series are secondary. - Barb Hudson: Asked about the Phase 1 report for Indian Heights Park and whether it is available to commissioners and the public. She inquired about the status of the grant application for a historic designation study, which was denied due to missing cultural information, and asked how the community can help. She requested timelines for local vs. cultural landmark designation and noted a lack of public information on the HPC website. - John Kruesel: Expressed frustration with lack of progress on Indian Heights Park and landmarking, attributing it to city administration not providing the commission with necessary tools. He requested a date-certain action plan for Indian Heights and suggested staff need more resources. He apologized for past remarks about staff member Molly. Discussion Items 5.A. Certificate of Appropriateness – Stopple Farm House - Staff Report (Molly Patterson-Lungren): Presented a COA for rehabilitation of the George Stopple Farmstead at the History Center of Olmsted County. The project includes masonry repointing, window repair/replacement, porch reconstruction, and reversible filling of a cellar stair access. The work is guided by Secretary of Interior Standards and has state funding requiring SHIPO review. Staff recommended approval. - Commission Action: Motion by Commissioner Poirier, seconded by Commissioner Koestler. Approved unanimously (7-0). 5.B. Historic Preservation Inventory Strategy – Commissioner Koestler Proposal - Staff Comments: Patterson-Lungren noted the proposal does not fully align with the UDC process (e.g., ordering of steps, treatment of districts). She provided a red-line version but had not discussed it with Commissioner Koestler due to scheduling and her hospitalization. She suggested the prioritization portion could be adopted informally, but formal adoption requires resolving conflicts. - Commissioner Koestler: Explained the proposal aims to create a prioritization system for the inventory list, define eligibility reports (currently not in UDC), and set a sustainable timeline for landmarking or removing properties within 10 years. She expressed frustration over nine months without a single landmark designation. She requested that the inventory list and Phase 1 reports be restored to the website, citing accessibility requirements. - Commission Discussion: Several commissioners supported the intent but wanted clarification on UDC conflicts and definitions. Chair Zastrow proposed a working meeting between staff and Commissioner Koestler to refine the proposal before next meeting. Commissioner Shabel suggested the document be non-binding guidelines. Commissioner Mutchler proposed starting with the historical context committee to test the process. No formal action was taken; the proposal will be revised and brought back. 7.A. Public Engagement & Education - Staff Presentation: Patterson-Lungren outlined a three-part program: outward information (e.g., Heritage Preservation Month), sharing stories of local landmarks, and building coalitions with partners like the History Center and library. Director Woodward noted ongoing conversations with city communications to standardize outreach across all boards and commissions. - Commission Feedback: Chair Zastrow emphasized capitalizing on media attention to inform the public and recruit commissioners. Commissioner Shabel suggested partnering with the Rochester Downtown Alliance. Staff will bring back more specifics by the end of the year. 7.B. Updates - Indian Heights Park: Staff reported that the Park Department is working on interpretive signage but the grant for a Dakota cultural eligibility study was denied. Staff will share the grant feedback with commissioners. The indigenous ethnographic study from 2025 is available. Commissioner Mutchler noted the study is linked in the March 4, 2025 Park Board minutes. No firm timeline for next steps. - Inventory List: Updated inventory and landmark lists are now available on the city website. Commissioner Koestler verified the landmark list link works but had difficulty finding the inventory list; staff will provide direct links. - HPC Awards Program: Commissioner Koestler, chair of the committee, had no update due to hospitalization. Key Outcomes - Approved: Certificate of Appropriateness for Stopple Farm House (unanimous). - Deferred: Adoption of Commissioner Koestler's inventory strategy proposal; staff and commissioner will meet to refine and bring revised version to October 27, 2026 meeting. - Continued: Public engagement and education outline to be developed with city communications and partners. - Next Meeting: October 27, 2026, in the City Council Chambers.

The regular Special Magistrate hearing was called to order at 5:30 PM on September 23, 2026, in the Deltona Commission Chambers. Special Magistrate Judge John G. Van Laningham presided over 20 code enforcement cases, including old business, new business, and one lien reduction request. The meeting adjourned at 7:41 PM. Consent Calendar - Minutes from the August 26, 2026 Special Magistrate hearing were approved. - The following 10 building/fire code cases were withdrawn due to compliance: DEL-26-064 (979 Hemingway Dr), DEL-26-068 (2034 Swanson Dr), DEL-26-069 (1905 Van Allen Cir), DEL-26-070 (231 Rosedale Dr), DEL-26-072 (1749 W Acadian Dr), FIRE-045-2026 A&B (887 Deltona Blvd), FIRE-047-2026 A&B (122 Hummingbird St), FIRE-048-2026 A&B (609 A Belltower Ave), FIRE-049-2026 A&B (609 B Belltower Ave), FIRE-050-2026 A&B (609 C Belltower Ave), FIRE-051-2026 A&B (609 D Belltower Ave). - Case DEL-26-028 (927 Loren Dr) was continued to the October 28, 2026 hearing at the city’s request. Old Business (Previously Heard Cases) - DEL-26-038 (1968 S. Old Mill Dr) – Unpermitted driveway work. Property owner Tyler Byrne testified. The property was brought into compliance before the hearing; a one-time fine of $250 was imposed. - DEL-26-040 A&B (2280 Rabenton Rd) – Unpermitted pool and concrete flatwork. Representative Milton Manzueta (via Zoom) argued for leniency, citing difficulties obtaining a permit due to bureaucratic issues and personal hardship. The Magistrate imposed a fine of $16,500 (33 days at $250/day per violation, total $500/day) and ordered the fine to continue at the same rate until compliance. - DEL-26-041 (2865 Fayson Cir) – Violation of temporary portable storage unit (shipping container) limits. No owner appeared. Fine of $4,800 (48 days at $100/day) imposed, continuing at $100/day. - DEL-26-049 A&B (1149 Lyric Dr) – Interior maintenance and plumbing violations. Tenant Tiffany Alfred testified the property had toxic black mold and that the owner had filed eviction after she reported him. The Magistrate imposed a fine of $2,300 (23 days at $100/day), continuing at $100/day, noting the fine is intended to be coercive. Tenant expressed that $100/day felt insufficient given the health impacts. New Business (First Hearing Cases) All new cases were found in violation; compliance deadlines and daily fines were set as follows: - DEL-26-035 (789 Chippendale St) – Unpermitted room enclosure. Owner Shirley Ladino and contractor Joseph Somerville (Somerville Construction) attended. Compliance by November 9, 2026; $250/day fine thereafter. - DEL-26-061 (1440 Whitewood Dr) – Fence in disrepair. Owner not present; son reached by phone said panels would be removed. Compliance by November 9, 2026; $100/day fine. - DEL-26-062 (593 Hartley Ln) – Unpermitted exterior wall work (cinder blocks). Owner Chasten Williams testified he was unaware a permit was needed after a drunk driver damaged his home. Compliance extended to December 22, 2026 at city’s request; $250/day fine. - DEL-26-063 A&B (2913 Lake Helen Osteen Rd) – Unpermitted fence (Violation A) and fence in disrepair (Violation B). No owner present. Compliance by October 23, 2026; $250/day for Violation A, $100/day for Violation B. - DEL-26-065 (313 Providence Blvd) – Garage door in disrepair. No owner present; managing company Wells Fargo aware. Compliance by October 23, 2026; $100/day fine. - DEL-26-066 (668 Pepperwood Ave) – Fence in disrepair. Owner Emily Chestnut testified, disputing the condition of the rear fence and alleging the city had not properly noticed the rear fence issue. The Magistrate denied her motion for continuance and found the fence in violation based on photographs. Compliance by October 23, 2026; $100/day fine. - DEL-26-067 (3310 Phonetia Dr) – Temporary portable storage unit violation. No owner present. Compliance by October 23, 2026; $100/day fine. - DEL-26-071 (1118 Prescott Blvd) – Exterior surface disrepair (soffit, trim, tarp on roof). No owner present. Compliance by October 23, 2026; $100/day fine. - DEL-26-073 (578 S. Anchor Dr) – Damaged electric box requiring permit. Court-appointed representative Donald D’Auria attended via Zoom, explained he was newly appointed as estate executor and unaware of violations. Compliance by October 23, 2026; $250/day fine. - DEL-26-074 (1149 N. Old Mill Dr) – Broken front window. No owner present. Compliance by October 23, 2026; $100/day fine. - DEL-26-075 (772 Vercelli St) – Unpermitted garage-to-room conversion. Representative Stan Smith (son-in-law) attended, expressed confusion about permit requirements. Compliance by October 23, 2026; $250/day fine. - DEL-26-064, DEL-26-068, DEL-26-069, DEL-26-070, DEL-26-072 – Previously listed as withdrawn due to compliance. Other Business: Lien Reduction Request - DEL-24-067 (271 Fort Smith Blvd) – The property owner (Two Star Investment Inc.) requested reduction of a $54,450 lien (initial $500 fine plus $50/day for 1,079 days from March 23, 2020 to February 6, 2023 for an unpermitted range hood). Property manager Jason Voelz, a mayoral candidate, argued the violation was caused by a former tenant and that the city’s foreclosure action was political retaliation against him. He stated the foreclosure prevented new tenants from obtaining SBA loans and caused significant financial harm. The Magistrate took the matter under advisement and will issue a written recommendation to the City Commission for final action. Key Outcomes - 11 cases were closed due to compliance. - 1 case (DEL-26-028) was continued to the next hearing. - 4 old business cases received monetary fines totaling $23,350 plus continuing daily penalties ($100–$500/day). - 11 new business cases were set with compliance deadlines (October 23 to December 22, 2026) and daily fines ($100–$250/day) for non-compliance. - The lien reduction request for DEL-24-067 was reserved for a written recommendation to the City Commission. - All cases heard were adjudicated by Special Magistrate Van Laningham; no city commission vote was taken during the hearing.

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