The Public Meeting Index

A workshop meeting of the Rockport City Council was held on September 22, 2026, at 4:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers to discuss the proposed Austin Street Re-Design concept plan. City staff and consultants presented a 30% concept plan developed from public input, including design features, cost estimates, and phasing options. Council members provided feedback and directed staff to proceed with finalizing the design, with budget decisions deferred to the next fiscal year. Discussion Items - Presentation of 30% Concept Plan – Amanda Torres (Director of Building & Development) and Ryan Picarazzi (Director of Public Works) introduced the plan, which was developed by HAF consultants Thomas Everett (project manager) and David Beyer (landscape architect) following two public input meetings. Key design elements include: - Removal of the existing median and relocation of streetlights to the sides to reduce maintenance issues (lights frequently damaged by boat trailers). - Widened sidewalks for pedestrians. - Angled parking similar to current configuration, with an estimated gain of approximately 30 parking spaces (total parking not reduced, as strongly requested by the public). - Landscaping with native, salt-tolerant, low-water plants and site furnishings (benches, bike racks, bollards) chosen for durability and modular repairability. - Intersection accents celebrating Rockport’s identity (e.g., redfish, waves, oak trees), potentially using stamped concrete or colored asphalt. - Asphalt roadway with concrete intersections. - Cost Estimates and Phasing Options – The consultant presented three options: - Option 1: Full construction all at once (no phasing). Cost shown in handout but not explicitly stated in transcript. - Option 2: Major phasing – Phase 1: roadway and lighting improvements; Phase 2: streetscape, pedestrian, water quality, and drainage adjustments; Phase 3: side streets full improvements. - Option 3: Finer phasing – Phase 1: lighting and median removal (immediate fix); Phase 2: roadway; Phase 3: streetscape with temporary landscaping; Phase 4: permanent landscaping and water quality; Phase 5: side streets. Each phase assumed at 5-year intervals with 3% annual inflation, making the total project span up to 25 years (e.g., phase 5 completed 20 years after phase 1). The consultant noted that phasing is more expensive overall due to inflation but provides a more feasible start. - A 30% contingency was included in all estimates. - Council Comments and Questions – - Councilmember Brad Brundrett questioned the 20–25 year timeline if using 5-year phasing, suggesting a shorter interval (e.g., 3 years) to make the project more realistic. - Councilmember Matt Anderson asked about modularity of site furnishings to allow for easier replacement of parts; the consultant confirmed they would specify products with long-term availability. - Brundrett also raised concern for the businesses along Austin Street during construction and inquired about plans to minimize disruption. The consultant noted a line item in the cost breakdown for nighttime sidewalk work adjacent to businesses to avoid daytime closures. - A councilmember (likely Mayor Jayroe) expressed appreciation that the plan incorporates public input and maintains the “Rockport feel.” Key Outcomes - Council reached consensus (no formal vote recorded) to direct the consultants and staff to proceed with final design, with the understanding that a decision on phasing would be made during the next budget cycle (starting February 2027). - The consultants will deliver a final design (potentially up to 60% drawings) for future council consideration. - The workshop adjourned at approximately 5:00 PM to be followed by a regular council meeting.

The Hastings Planning Commission met in regular session at Hastings City Hall, 615 W 3rd Street, on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Chair Chuck Rosenberg called the meeting to order at about 4:07 p.m.; the agenda listed 4:00 p.m. and the transcript says 4:08 p.m. Present were Craig Hubbard, Chuck Rosenberg, Greg Sinner, Shawn Rossi, Rick Schnase, James Carson, Joe Kindig, and Sarah Bruce. Lou Kully and Shannon Adler were absent. Staff present included City Administrator Mark Funkey, City Attorney Jesse Oswald, Director/City Engineer Lee Vrooman, Director of Development Services Kevin Kubo, City Planner Ember Batelaan, and other city officials. The commission voted 8-0 on all agenda items requiring a vote. Call to Order, Agenda, and Minutes - Public notice was read into the record as required by Nebraska law, and the Open Meetings Act posting was noted. - No citizen communications were offered during the citizen communication portion. - The agenda was adopted with one correction: the minutes date was corrected to August 18, 2026. The agenda itself had listed the minutes as 'Meeting of September 22, 2026.' Motion by Sinner, second by Rossi. The transcript initially records 7-0, but City Attorney Oswald clarified that Commissioner Carson's voice vote made the final tally 8-0. - The August 18, 2026 minutes were approved with that correction. Motion by Schnase, second by Hubbard; carried 8-0. - No special order of business or unfinished business was reported. Public Comments & Testimony - No citizen communications were offered during the citizen communication portion of the meeting. - During the public hearings, applicant Mark Reinhard testified that he purchased the 50-foot strip north of his property to plant a windbreak and later stated he had no objection to annexation, while asking about potential property tax effects. Public Hearings 2026-411 – Comprehensive Plan Amendment - City Planner Ember Batelaan presented the staff report and recommended approval of the amendment to the 2025 Comprehensive Plan to update demographic and housing data and the future land use map. - The demographic update, based on 2024 American Community Survey data compared with 2022 data, showed the 20–24 age group as the largest population group; owner households were most often two-person households, and renter households most often one-person households. - Future land use map changes included wetland and housing-mix adjustments, downtown/general commercial areas, transitional agricultural buffers near feedlots, Showboat Boulevard, MPH, South Street, and Parkview Cemetery. - Commissioner Hubbard asked whether vacancy rates had changed; Batelaan said updated vacancy rates had not been reviewed and that recent housing studies have consistently identified a need for additional housing. - Chairman Rosenberg asked about South Street residents after the proposed change to General Commercial. Batelaan explained that the zoning code implements the Comprehensive Plan; existing residences could remain, but if single-family residential use is not allowed in a future commercial district, the homes would become nonconforming and would have to comply with the new code after major damage or demolition. - Motion by Sinner, second by Kindig; carried 8-0 to recommend approval to the City Council. 2026-408 – Rezoning from A-Agriculture to R-1A - Kevin Kubo presented the request to rezone land northwest of North Wildflower Avenue and East Lochland Road from A-Agriculture District to R-1A Single Family Large Lot Residential District and amend the Official Zoning District Map. Staff recommended approval. - Applicant Mark Reinhard, 575 E Lochland Road, said he and his family moved there in 2014 and he bought 50 feet north of his property to plant a windbreak against cold winter winds. - Motion by Schnase, second by Sinner; carried 8-0 to recommend approval to the City Council. 2026-409 – Annexation - Kubo presented the request to annex the 1.47-acre Reinhard parcel into the city. He explained the process involved rezoning, annexation, and a subsequent plat. Staff recommended approval. - Reinhard said the process began in March and asked about potential tax changes. Rosenberg explained taxes could increase, more than half of property taxes go to the school district, and the city receives roughly 20%. City Attorney Oswald confirmed an additional city levy would apply. - Reinhard said he had no objection to annexation, noting the city already maintains the street. Rosenberg noted annexations are uncommon and the City Council has final authority. - Motion by Kindig, second by Hubbard; carried 8-0 to recommend approval to the City Council. Subdivisions 2026-410 – Reinhard Addition Preliminary/Final Plat - Staff explained the plat would create a separate parcel for the 50-foot windbreak purchase and was part of the larger Reinhard application. The minutes list the motion by Kindig and second by Schnase, though the transcript's account is less clear; the vote carried 8-0 to recommend approval to the City Council. 2026-423 – Golden Triangle Third Subdivision Preliminary/Final Plat - Batelaan presented the request to subdivide an unplatted tract southeast of Industry Circle and South Industry Circle to separate and sell agricultural buildings. Staff recommended approval. - Motion by Carson, second by Rossi; carried 8-0 to recommend approval to the City Council. Reports and Staff Discussions - Committee reports: none. - Chairman Rosenberg said he was glad to be back in City Hall and that the larger facility should serve the city well. 2026 Housing Dashboard - Batelaan presented the 2026 Housing Dashboard, an annual staff-created online tool with housing information. It includes tabs for population, the 2025 housing assessment, housing-type maps, owner/renter tenure, affordability, market data, commuter information, and new development. - The affordability tab showed fair-market rent versus hourly wages. At the 2025 minimum wage, only a studio apartment was affordable; 30% area-median-income households would need assistance, 50% AMI could afford a studio and one-bedroom, and 80% AMI could afford all unit sizes except a four-bedroom at fair-market rent. - The new development tab showed permits by housing type and location, with 84 apartment units permitted in 2019, 78 in 2022, and 188 in 2024. Batelaan noted the chart counts the year a permit was issued, not project completion, so a December 2024 permit would be counted in 2024. - Hubbard asked about website traffic; Batelaan said she would need to check with Lindsey and noted a news release/public notice had been issued about the dashboard. - Hubbard asked about abandoned homes; Batelaan said vacancy is difficult to determine and those data were not included, though past maps have shown hot spots for homes in poor condition. - Carson asked about additional tabs; Batelaan reviewed commuter information showing more people employed in Hastings but living elsewhere and more people living in Hastings but working elsewhere, which may indicate housing and job needs. Residential Zoning and Missing Middle - Batelaan defined missing middle housing as duplexes, townhomes, triplexes, fourplexes, row houses, and cottage courts – housing between single-family homes and large apartment buildings. - She showed maps and photos of existing examples in Hastings, including converted single-family homes, duplexes near Hastings College, townhomes off 26th Street, the 1889 Magic Flats, a fourplex identifiable only by four mailboxes, row houses near downtown and Mary Lanning, and a cottage court on 9th Street. - Asked how Hastings compares with other Nebraska communities, Batelaan said Grand Island and Kearney have promoted more duplexes and townhomes, but like Hastings most built housing is single-family; Hastings is similar to surrounding communities in the amount of missing middle. - In response to a commissioner's question about unpermitted conversions in R-1 areas, Batelaan said the city has limited knowledge of interior changes. Many older structures are nonconforming and could not be rebuilt if badly damaged. She cited the fourplex example and said zoning code updates are intended to address housing types that are currently not permitted. Key Outcomes - 2026-411: Recommended approval to City Council (8-0). - 2026-408: Recommended approval to City Council (8-0). - 2026-409: Recommended approval to City Council (8-0). - 2026-410: Recommended approval to City Council (8-0). - 2026-423: Recommended approval to City Council (8-0). - The meeting adjourned at 5:09 p.m. Motion by Sinner, second by Kindig; carried 8-0.

On September 22, 2026, the Cook County Health and Hospitals Committee met to consider routine items and a resolution calling for an independent review of the Cook County Jail. After extensive public testimony and discussion, the committee voted to defer the resolution. A quorum was present with Commissioners Miller, Gaynor, and Laurie absent/excused. Consent Calendar - Minutes from the July 14, 2026 meeting were approved unanimously. - The Cook County Department of Public Health presented its quarterly report on the Good Food Purchasing Program and food security. The report highlighted progress in chronic disease prevention, the Ditch the Cloud anti-vaping campaign (9.9 million digital impressions as of August 2026), and efforts to increase fresh food procurement at county facilities. The Juvenile Temporary Detention Center (JTDC) increased scratch-cooked meals from 6.5% in January 2025 to 38% in September 2026. The presentation was received and filed without objection. Public Comments & Testimony - Reverend Dr. Christoph Ringer (United Church of Christ, Chicago Theological Seminary, 5th District resident): Expressed full support for Resolution 26‑2018, stating that 60 deaths in the jail over six years demand independent oversight. He argued that other major jurisdictions already have such oversight and Cook County should not be an exception. - Reverend Charles Strait (Retired United Methodist pastor, Faith in Action, 3rd District resident): Urged passage, noting 18 deaths in 2023 (highest mortality rate on record) and 8 more in 2025. He said oversight is not an attack on the sheriff but a way to save lives and increase transparency. - Deanna McGill (Chicago Police District Council, 2nd District constituent of Commissioner Scott): Supported the resolution, calling oversight "not an attack" and noting that her own brother had been incarcerated. She said 60 deaths since 2020 raise serious questions about medical care, supervision, and emergency response. - Reverend Patty Nakai (Retired Buddhist minister, 13th District): Speaking for the Buddhist community, she said all people deserve humane treatment even if accused. She urged a vote for oversight so problems can be assessed. - Sarah Stout (Prison Policy Initiative): Cited national data: Cook County's 2023 jail death rate was twice the national average and higher than New York City and Houston. She noted that jail suicides occur at five times the rate of the general population, and drug overdose deaths at six times. She said the sheriff's deputies failed to check on incarcerated people nearly 20% of the time per a 2024 IDOC report. - Reverend Alison Farnum (Unitarian Universalist Prison Ministry of Illinois, Evanston resident): Expressed grief over 60 deaths, including a 26-year-old with an undiagnosed brain tumor and a 33-year-old who died due to staff failures. She said independent oversight is "modest and reasonable" and already exists in New York, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, Denver, and previously in Cook County. - Rebecca Levin (LiveIn Policy Strategies, former senior advisor at Sheriff's Office): Described the COVID-era public health response at the jail as collaborative and data-driven, but said the spike in deaths in 2023 shows the need for ongoing independent review. She urged the board to vote for the resolution. - Reverend Dr. Beth Brown (Lincoln Park Presbyterian Church, Live Free Illinois Faith Coalition, 12th and 10th District): Called for passage, saying no one would want to die in jail or be denied medical care. She argued that leaders who avoid accountability have something to hide. - Reverend Hannah Cardin (United Church of Rogers Park, 13th District): Stated that 60 deaths in six years is an ongoing crisis. She appealed on the basis of love for the committee to pass the resolution and ensure humane treatment. - Reverend Don Abram (Toward Pride, 3rd District): Questioned "disposability politics" that normalizes preventable deaths. He argued that death in custody is not inevitable and urged passage. - Melanie Newport (University of Connecticut, historian): Testified virtually that oversight has been the norm throughout Cook County Jail's 193-year history, citing grand juries, the Cook County Board of Corrections, and court monitors (John Howard Association). She urged the board to embrace oversight again. - Michele Deitch (University of Texas, Prison and Jail Innovation Lab): Supported the resolution, noting that Cook County jail is one of the largest jails without local external oversight. She said oversight helps prevent backsliding after court-ordered reforms and provides information to the board for legislative oversight. - Jeree Hayes (Nicholas Lee Foundation): Spoke in person, stating her foundation was started after her founder's husband died of COVID in the jail. She said oversight would be financially prudent compared to paying millions in lawsuits, and that 60 deaths in six years should outrage every commissioner. Discussion Items - Good Food Purchasing Program Presentation (Items 26‑1082): Dr. Frankie Shipman Amoo and Amy O'Rourke (CCDPH) presented on the department's work to improve food procurement, with a focus on health equity, local sourcing, and reductions in processed foods. They noted that the Cook County Jail and JTDC both received Good Food Bronze Leader Awards for commitment. Questions from Commissioners Miller and Dagnan addressed industry partnerships, technical assistance for communities applying for state active transportation funding (ITEP), and progress at the jail. Commissioner Stamps raised concerns about the quality of meals at the jail, noting that detainees often receive cold meals and fresh produce is limited. She asked about nutritional value versus caloric value and the need for faster progress. Presenters acknowledged the challenges and stated that sustained funding and partnership are needed. - Resolution 26‑2018 – Independent Review of Cook County Jail: Commissioner Stamps and Commissioner Vasquez introduced the resolution as a non-binding request for transparency and an independent expert review. Stamps described it as a way to "check your work" and ensure humane treatment of incarcerated individuals. Vasquez emphasized it was about soliciting help, not laying blame. Commissioner Aguilar initially voiced support but then a point of order was raised by Commissioner Brennan about discussing potential litigation, leading to a motion to enter executive session. The committee voted 11 ayes, 2 nays (Commissioners Stamps and Vasquez), 2 present (Commissioners Aguilar and Chair), with 2 absent, to enter executive session. Key Outcomes - Good Food Purchasing Program report was accepted and filed. - Resolution 26‑2018: After returning from executive session, a motion to defer the resolution was made by Commissioner Stamps (seconded by Commissioner Vasquez) and passed by voice vote. The resolution is deferred. - Meeting adjourned without further business.

On September 22, 2026, the Prince George's County Cannabis Reinvestment and Restoration Board held its first community town hall at a location in District 6, hosted by Councilwoman Danielle Hunter. The meeting aimed to gather public input on how to allocate the county's cannabis reinvestment fund, currently at $12 million, derived from a 35% share of the 12% cannabis sales tax. Board members presented a timeline of their work since appointment in October 2024, highlighted the fund's purpose to support communities disproportionately impacted by past cannabis enforcement, and expressed concern over proposed legislation (CB093-2026) introduced by Council Chair Crystal Oriada that would restructure the board and shift control to the council. Public Comments & Testimony - Tamara McKinney (District 5 resident): Advocated for parenting classes for young parents starting in high school, including co-parenting and financial literacy, citing a lack of proper guidance contributing to school issues. - Beverly John (District 5 resident): Praised the board's transparency but raised alarm about Council Chair Oriada's proposed amendment, which she said would allow council staff to be appointed to the board and let the council override grant approvals if reports are not submitted on time. She questioned how this maintains a community-driven process. - Dawn Dalton (District 6 resident, Executive Director of the Justice Initiative): Expressed disgust at any amendment taking power from the community, stating the bill's original intent was to make communities whole, not pad pockets. She shared a story of a young man who committed suicide due to drug addiction and hopelessness, urging immediate resource deployment. She noted she personally met with Council Chair Oriada about appointments and called the delay unacceptable. - Dr. Darbencia Warren (District 8 resident, CEO of Core DMB): Emphasized the need for financial literacy programs that combine education with activation tools, citing that over half the country retires back to work or lives paycheck to Monday. She serves on Maryland's Financial Literacy Advisory Council and wants to bring such programs to Prince George's County. - Donna Dean (Treasurer, Lake Arbor Foundation): Asked about the protocol for fund disposition, who makes final decisions, and the board's ability to reject decisions. She later proposed intergenerational learning (STEM, history, ancestry), a swim team at the foundation's Olympic-size pool, and aquaponics to address food deserts. She noted the county cut their grant by 50% for FY27. - Patricia Brody (District 6 resident, retired educator): Supported parenting and youth programs, especially for black males, and called for mentoring, consumer math, and intergenerational learning. She highlighted that 27.4% chronic absenteeism in PGCPS is a community issue, not just a school problem. - Tracy Battle (District 9 resident, founder of Restorative Rebuild): Advocated for youth development and family engagement to address truancy, emphasizing preventative upstream investments like mentoring, after-school programs, and family engagement. - Karina Attrison (District 6 resident): Raised concerns about conflicts of interest between council members and nonprofits, urging that any government official or staff should not have vested interests in nonprofits receiving funds. Discussion Items - Board Timeline and Operations: Vice Chair James McDowell Jr. detailed the board's history: appointed October 2024, first meeting March 2026 (17 months later), elected chair and vice chair May 2026, approved six priority work areas, developed a funding methodology (approved 8-0 on June 1), and requested coordination with Council Chair Oriada and County Executive Aisha Braveboy for board vacancies and administrative funding. The board was denied administrative funds (<$5,000 for tablecloths, flyers, banners) and used personal resources. - Proposed Legislation CB093-2026: Board members stated the bill was introduced September 1, 2026 without their prior knowledge. It would remove all current board members upon passage, allow council staff to be appointed, and shift grant oversight to the council. Board members argued this undermines community control and creates conflicts of interest. - Funding Categories: The board outlined intended funding areas: behavioral health, education, housing, job training, youth support, small business development, re-entry services, and more. They emphasized equity-focused investments prioritizing the 18 zip codes deemed 150% disproportionately impacted by the war on drugs. - Oversight of Funds: In response to questions, board members expressed support for an independent grant management entity to ensure unbiased distribution, with community representation in the review process. They noted other counties (Montgomery, Anne Arundel) use such external entities. The board sought only modest administrative funds (under $5,000), not the full 15% ($1.8 million) allowed by state legislation. - Councilwoman Hunter's Remarks: Stated she does not want oversight of cannabis funds; the community should be involved. She committed to opposing the amendment and urged residents to attend the September 24 committee hearing and spread the word. Key Outcomes - The board committed to keeping a community survey open until mid-October to collect input on priorities. Results will be reported to the council. - Upcoming town halls: District 4 (with Council Member Adams) and District 1 (with Council Member The Novels) on September 29 and 30. - The next committee hearing on CB093-2026 is scheduled for September 24, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Residents were urged to attend in person or submit written testimony. - Board members called for public pressure on council members to reject the amendment and preserve community control. - Councilwoman Hunter pledged to support the board's efforts and provide logistical resources (tablecloths, water, etc.) for future outreach. - The board will continue to conduct outreach at community events, farmers markets, and churches to boost survey participation.

The New Orleans City Council held a special meeting on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM to receive the Honorable Helena Moreno's 2027 Executive Budget Address as required by the Home Rule Charter. Mayor Moreno presented a $748 million recurring revenue base facing a roughly $100 million gap, proposing $77.7 million in direct reductions, $21.5 million in one-time offsets, and options for new recurring revenue including a millage roll forward. Council members questioned the CAO about specific cuts, reserves, personnel reductions, and service impacts. Public comment addressed contract transparency, affordable housing, pension obligations, and adjudicated properties. The meeting adjourned at 12:21 PM. Budget Address Overview - Mayor Helena Moreno emphasized balancing improved city services with residents' ability to pay, noting the city is in a stronger financial position than one year ago due to earlier austerity measures (e.g., 50% overtime reduction, 90% travel cuts, consolidation of offices). She highlighted that the 2027 budget includes no furloughs, no cuts to NORD or the Council on Aging, and protects frontline public safety, sanitation, streets, and streetlights. She presented the budget as the beginning of a collaborative process with the council and public. - CAO Joe DeRusso detailed the budget: recurring revenue of $748 million vs. 2026 expenditures and 2027 requests leaves a $100 million gap. Proposed reductions total $77.7 million, with $21.5 million in one-time funds (grant reimbursements, CDBG repurposing, neighborhood housing fund). Reserves were rebuilt to $138 million (18% of general fund). Personnel reductions include 152 FTEs, but no furloughs for city employees, and the mayor and CAO will continue a 10% pay cut. The budget structurally balances but relies on potential millage roll forward and other revenue measures. Council Discussion & Questions - Council President JP Morrell noted government grew by over 400 positions from 2016 to 2024 without corresponding service improvements, and criticized past failure to budget for known obligations like retention pay and terminal leave. He stressed that even with proposed new revenues, significant cuts (over $50 million) remain unavoidable. - Councilmember Jason Hughes raised concerns about poor performance of Parks and Parkways (grass cutting, tree maintenance), questioning how the city can ask residents to pay more when current services are inadequate. He requested a list of proposed FTE eliminations and pledged to fight cuts to Fort Pike. He emphasized the median income in New Orleans ($56,631) and asked for clear math on millage impact on a $100,000 home (east bank: $29.55 annually). - Councilmember Lesli Harris queried about pending furloughs, hiring freeze exceptions, health department cuts (especially the low barrier shelter for unhoused people, which could leave 200 people on the streets), and the $7.3 million health department reduction. She also questioned the Mardi Gras cleanup cut and asked for simplified millage impact calculations. - Councilmember Aimee McCarron requested a breakdown of DPW's operating and bond-funded personnel to understand a large cut, and announced two town halls in District A. - Council Vice President Matthew Willard expressed least support for the millage roll forward, asking about a parcel fee as alternative (no preliminary numbers yet). He noted a roll forward would increase taxes even for those with homestead freeze. He also asked about CAO and code enforcement budgets, and confirmed that interest from Caesars and rainy day funds remains in those accounts. - Councilmember Eugene Green asked why the millage was not rolled forward in 2024 (council heard concerns about COVID economic stress and had flush ARPA cash; also learned later that promised fund balances were illusory). He pressed on the clerk of criminal district court funding (state mandates eliminated city obligation) and the $58 million sheriff's budget (largely due to consent decree and state prisoners; he urged working with the state to reduce obligations). He clarified that the CAO was not advocating widespread release of inmates. - Councilmember Freddie King III (arrived later) noted that cuts to the public defender's office could increase jail population and costs. He asked about a total $1.78 million in reductions to youth and juvenile programs, and stressed that the council must consider millage roll forward to avoid severe cuts to basic services. Public Comments & Testimony - Russell Kelly (Open Window New Orleans) questioned the status of a $21.5 million CIVIX contract (claimed it was not in litigation despite CAO statement) and why a CAO chief management officer position was posted despite a hiring freeze. - Nellie Katzen (Committee for a Better New Orleans) praised transparency but expressed concern that cuts disproportionately affect affordable housing, youth services, and mental health—priorities voiced by the public. She noted that crime reduction has come from root-cause investments, which this budget would undermine. - Morgan Clavinger argued the city has become unaffordable for many, citing massive property tax reassessments in 2019, the COVID recession, and Hurricane Ida. She urged finding other revenue sources (e.g., brake tag office) and keeping residents' struggles front and center. - Bridget Neal highlighted that pension obligations (firefighters' lifetime salaries, unchecked overtime and retention bonuses inflating pension bases) consume a large share of the budget before other services are funded. She warned that a dollar reserve crisis could make these mandatory obligations unsustainable. - Ariana Newman (1735 NOLA) recommended using Section 150-77 of municipal code to sell adjudicated properties to Hurricane Katrina victims, potentially generating revenue and returning blighted property to tax rolls. Key Outcomes - No votes were taken on the budget itself. The meeting was solely to receive the budget address and begin the deliberative process. - Motions M-26-406 through M-26-413 (recommending capital projects, approving operating budgets for the Aviation Board, Delgado-Albania Plantation Commission, French Market Corporation, Municipal Yacht Harbor, Orleans Parish Communication District, New Orleans Building Corporation, and authorizing technical adjustments to the 2027 budget) were all introduced and continued to the November 19, 2026 meeting. - Ordinances on first reading (Calendar Nos. 35,579 through 35,588) were introduced and laid over as required by law, including matters related to the 2027 millage levy, grant scoring, and conditional use permits. A motion to suspend rules to introduce these passed 6-0 (with one absent). - The meeting adjourned at 12:21 PM by motion of President Morrell, seconded by Councilmember Harris, carried 5-0-2 (Willard and McCarron absent).

The Boca Raton City Council held a workshop meeting on September 22, 2026, at 11:05 AM. The primary focus was conducting interviews for vacancies on several city boards and commissions, followed by public requests. No proclamations, city manager reports, or council member reports were presented. Appointments were deferred to the regular meeting later that day. Board Interviews - Civil Service Board: One applicant, Pamela Gregory John, a 56-year resident and 28-year city employee, expressed interest in reapplying to give back her experience. - Community Advisory Panel: Four applicants were interviewed for two vacancies: - Alexander Nixon: FAU student, proposed improvements such as a resident discount for downtown parking (citing Hollywood's 50% discount model), and emphasized his experience with student government. - Kimberly Patton: Long-time business owner (Boca Print and Graphics, 31 years), offered to represent the voice of working business owners and residents struggling with permits. - Miryana Demkova Henkin: FAU graduate, international business and finance background, expressed desire to contribute to city growth and resident concerns. - Ellen Vanderbilt: Did not appear. - Community Appearance Board, Financial Advisory Board, and Sustainability Advisory Board: No applicants were present. Vacancies were held open until a future meeting. Public Comments & Testimony - Richard Warner (1322 SW Nintendo): Supported applicant Kim Patton and advocated for a student representative on the Affordable Housing Advisory Board and Community Advisory Panel, noting FAU students' role in affordable housing. - Mike Lieblerson (398 NE Third Court, on behalf of Boca Citizens Alliance): Urged the city to aggressively pursue an MSTU (Municipal Services Taxing Unit) to recapture an estimated $85 million annually currently paid by Boca Raton residents to fund Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office services in unincorporated areas. He claimed this could save homeowners $1,000–$2,000 per year and suggested using some savings for a police station bond or Memorial Park improvements. - Brianna Hackwist (15710A Coach Home Circle): Thanked the council for her appointment to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board but noted the board had been given no tasks in over a year; she requested more assignments. - Martin Bell (761 SW 3rd Street): Proposed repurposing the north section of old city hall for city meetings and community space, criticized the current city hall as a "fortress," and suggested creating a Memorial Garden. He also commented on police station options. - Mark Griffith (401 NW 15th Street): Proposed zoning changes to allow very small housing units (400–500 sq ft) to increase affordable housing, drawing from examples in Manhattan. - Jonathan Ungie (6501 Congress Avenue): Noted that candidates running for public office should declare their candidacy when speaking, and made lighthearted comments about elderly officials. Discussion Items - MSTU and $85 Million Clarification: Councilmember Drucker and City staff (Mr. Zervis) clarified that the $85 million figure is not a direct payment from the city to the sheriff; it is a theoretical tax savings for residents if the county reduces its countywide millage rate after establishing an MSTU for unincorporated policing. The savings would go to residents, not the city budget. Staff noted a 1970s legal challenge (Town of Palm Beach v. Palm Beach County) affirmed the county's ability to levy countywide for sheriff services, but the city continues to advocate for change. - Zoning for Small Units: Mr. Griffith's proposal was acknowledged but no formal action taken. Key Outcomes - No formal votes were taken during the workshop. Appointments for interviewed boards were scheduled to be made later in the regular meeting. - Vacancies on the Community Appearance Board, Financial Advisory Board, and Sustainability Advisory Board were left open. - The workshop adjourned at 11:40 AM, with the regular meeting to follow after a brief break.

The Colorado Springs City Council met on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 9:00 AM in Council Chambers. All nine members were present. The meeting lasted until 2:32 PM and covered recognitions, utilities business (including bond issuances, net metering rate changes, and an electric cost adjustment decrease), a highly contested vote to dissolve the Old Colorado City Downtown Development Authority (OCC DDA), approval of a ground lease to First Tee Southern Colorado, and public comment on several topics. Consent Calendar - Ordinance 26-51 (Utilities liens) – Finally passed. - Ordinance 26-52 (Business licensing code rewrite) – Finally passed. - Ordinance 26-53 (Sales of goods and services code rewrite) – Finally passed. - Ordinance 26-54 (Adult use businesses code rewrite) – Finally passed. - Approval of September 8, 2026 meeting minutes – Approved. - Resolution 76-26 (Memorandum of Agreement with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers) – Adopted. - Ordinance 26-55 (Delinquent stormwater fees certification) – Approved on first reading. - Ordinance 26-56 (Code of Ethics amendments) – Approved on first reading. - Resolution 77-26 (Internal Audit Charter) – Adopted. - Resolution 78-26 (Property acquisition for Homestake Water Project) – Adopted. The consent agenda passed unanimously (9-0). Recognitions - Joyce Salazar (5A): Recognized for community leadership, particularly in Southeast Colorado Springs. Multiple speakers praised her work with RISE Southeast and the Panorama Park development. Councilmembers expressed appreciation. - Creek Week 2026 (5B): Resolution adopted (9-0) recognizing September 26–October 4 as the 13th Annual Creek Week. Mary Wilson from Fountain Creek Watershed District presented cleanup statistics: over 70 cleanup crews, 1,500 volunteers removed 16.5 tons of trash in 2025. Councilmember Donelson asked about trash sources; Wilson noted non-point source pollution. - Fire Prevention Month (5C): Resolution adopted (9-0) supporting October 2026 as Fire Prevention Month. Fire Marshal Chris Cooper and Educator Daiko Abe highlighted risks of lithium-ion batteries, noting over 40 significant battery-related incidents in Colorado Springs in the last five years. They urged safe charging practices and working smoke alarms. - Reclaiming Civility Proclamation (5D): Joint proclamation with Mayor Yemi Mobolade. Speakers Lori Leander and Lisa Brandt encouraged adoption of five civility practices. Councilmember Gold shared that her car was recently vandalized and called for more kindness. Councilmember Donelson linked incivility to City Council’s decision to postpone a Project Taurus vote until a lame-duck period, which he argued created public frustration. Councilmember Leinweber countered that Donelson’s comments were politically driven. The proclamation was adopted by acclamation. Utilities Business - 8A – Ordinance 26-49 (Bond Refunding): Authorizes refunding of up to $225,000,000 of Utilities System Revenue Bonds. Presented by Adam Hegstrom. No public comment. Passed 9-0. - 8B – Ordinance 26-50 (Improvement Revenue Bonds): Authorizes issuance of up to $330,000,000 (Series 2026A tax-exempt) and $140,000,000 (Series 2026B taxable) for utility improvements. Approved on first reading with an amendment (changing interest payment date to May 15, 2027), passed 9-0. - 8C – Electric Rates Resolution (Net Metering): Sets new net metering electric rates. Councilmember Henjum opposed because distributed battery storage is not yet in place. Councilmember Rainey supported citing commitment to battery program by early 2027. CEO Travas Deal reminded current solar customers have a five-year grandfather period. Passed 7-2 (Gold and Henjum opposed). - 8D – Utilities Rules and Regulations Resolution (Net Metering): Parallel changes to URR. Same debate. Passed 7-2 (same opponents). - 8E – Electric Cost Adjustment (ECA) Resolution: Reduces ECA from 2.33¢/kWh to 2.11¢/kWh (approximately 9% decrease) effective October 1, 2026. Savings attributed to Southwest Power Pool membership ($7 million benefit in first three months). Average residential monthly bill decrease of $1.54. Also noted on-peak pricing (5–9 PM) drops 50% in winter. Passed 9-0. Unfinished Business - 9A – Ordinance 26-48 (Dissolution of Old Colorado City DDA): This item generated extensive public comment and council debate. Citizens, business owners, and OCC DDA board members spoke both for and against dissolution. Key points: - Supporters (Chuck Murphy, Beth Salinas, Gary Salinas, Christine VanWert) argued the DDA process lacked sufficient community outreach and some residents never received ballots. - Opponents (Megan Morris, Tim Trella, Adam Stephan, Jim Richardson, Ryan Lloyd, Cassidy Svelechik, Dave Valencourt, Chelsea Willow, Kit Hutchinson, Seth Palmer Harris) stressed that the DDA was approved by voters in a certified 2024 election, the DDA board offered to go back to the ballot for a mill levy, and dissolution would remove a vital tool for redevelopment without a ready alternative. - Councilmember Leinweber questioned the election’s integrity; City Attorney Trevor Gloss confirmed no legal challenges remain and the election is valid. Jariah Walker (CSURA) presented data showing low turnout (26% of issued ballots, 11–12% of qualified electors) and that 85% of votes came from a four-block area, suggesting insufficient representation. Bob Gardner (DDA attorney) rebutted that the election was properly conducted and that parcels do not vote; people do. He accused the CSURA of advocating for dissolution to protect tax increment financing resources. - Councilmember Williams (sponsor) argued a Business Improvement District (BID) might be a better tool, and the city’s Planning and Public Works departments outlined existing investments in OCC (e.g., $2.1 million in parking improvements, $14.5 million Colorado Avenue project, $2.5 million in 2C roadway improvements). - Councilmember Donelson and Councilmember Gold defended the DDA’s legitimacy and urged giving it a chance to put the mill levy to a vote. Councilmember Henjum and Councilmember Leinweber opposed dissolution. - Vote: Motion to finally pass Ordinance 26-48 dissolving the OCC DDA passed 5-4 (Ayes: Casey, Crow-Iverson, Rainey Jr., Risley, Williams; Nos: Donelson, Gold, Henjum, Leinweber). New Business - 10A – Resolution 84-26 (First Tee Southern Colorado Lease): Authorizes a below‑fair‑market ground lease of a portion of Valley Hi Golf Course to Life Skills Fore the Youth (d/b/a First Tee Southern Colorado) to construct a new building. Presented by Kim King. No public comment. Passed 7-0-2 (Councilmembers Donelson and Gold absent). Public Comments & Testimony (during One Hour of Citizen Discussion, Item 13) - Citizen AJ Nienhausser spoke about an alleged illicit massage parlor (Sugar Tree Massage) and a conflict of interest regarding Project Taurus. - Allie Lange expressed appreciation for postponing Project Taurus and recognizing Creek Week, and made suggestions about public hearing format, council pay, and citizen discussion timing. - Taylor Gray requested citizen discussion be moved earlier in meetings and commended council professionalism during the Project Taurus hearing. - Steve Lightfoot made a statement regarding Stephen King and John Lennon. - Ted Brassfield spoke against authorizing Project Primestone (a large data center). - Kyle McGuffey, Justin Wolfe, and Jessica Hughes spoke against Project Taurus (data center). - Riley Endicott urged CPS to complete an investigation into her sister Kathy Endicott’s death, which she believes was a domestic violence homicide rather than suicide. Key Outcomes - Consent calendar approved 9-0. - Creek Week, Fire Prevention Month, and Reclaiming Civility recognitions adopted (votes as noted). - Utilities bond ordinances (8A & 8B) passed 9-0. - Net metering electric rate resolution and URR resolution passed 7-2. - Electric Cost Adjustment decrease approved 9-0. - Old Colorado City DDA dissolution approved 5-4. - First Tee ground lease approved 7-0-2 (two excused absences). - Council took no official action on citizen comments.

The Mobile City Council held its regular meeting on September 22, 2026, presided over by President Small. The meeting included proclamations, public hearings, a contentious budget debate with multiple amendments, and approval of several resolutions. The council ultimately passed the FY2027 budget as amended, with a vote of 6-1 on most amendments and a final unanimous vote. Consent Calendar - Minutes: Approved for September 15, 2026. - Agenda: Adopted. - Appeals: Two noise ordinance waivers approved: September 28 on Dauphin Street and September 26 on Dolphin Island Parkway. - Ordinances held over: Rezoning at 255 Church Street (laid over 30 days); deannexation ordinance (laid over one week). - Resolutions held over: Motion to hold over passed. - Consent Resolutions: Approved purchase orders for cybersecurity software (DC3), pickup trucks (Truck Equipment Sales), arterial management contracts (Kimley Horn and ACOM), and a shuttle/limousine service certificate (Grand Dray Executive Transport). Also approved a settlement agreement and release of claims. - Introduced ordinances: 64045–64047 laid over for one week. - Consent Resolutions introduced: 581002–581005 (declaring surplus property, appropriations to USA Azalea City Center for the Arts and Playhouse in the Park) passed. - CFU Resolutions: Introduced and laid over. - Immediate consideration resolutions: 081007–081022 approved, including purchase orders for storm drainage services, limestone, EMT courses, remote control mower, invasive management, and LiDAR scanner. - Public hearings called: Two for vacation of alleyway at 144 Highland Avenue, scheduled for October 27. Public Comments & Testimony - Antoinette Bell (representing Dedicated Dentist Inc.) announced a free dental day on October 10, 2026 at Piccadilly Square, aimed at underserved citizens. She noted that people are dying from septic conditions due to dental issues and urged council and public support. Discussion Items - Proclamations: Mayor Stimpson proclaimed September 21–25, 2026 as Advanced Practice Provider Week, recognizing USA Health's APPs. McKenzie Roberts (nurse practitioner) accepted. Also proclaimed September 24, 2026 as Mercy Day, recognizing Mercy Life of Alabama's PACE program. Catherine Overton (Executive Director) accepted. - Public Hearings: Two public hearings were opened and closed with no speakers: (1) modification of a PUD at multiple Mobile Infirmary addresses; (2) rezoning at Westside of Wynaker Ave from R1 to R2. - Budget Amendments: Multiple amendments to the FY2027 general budget were debated and voted on: - Councilmember Penn: Reduced Mobile Arena operations by $400,000 and increased Port City Classic performance contract by $400,000. Passed 6-1 (Reynolds opposed, calling it an "error" and noting state funding). - Councilmember Penn: Reduced Mobile Arena by $100,000 and increased Parks & Recreation public service events from $630,224 to $730,224. Passed (Reynolds opposed, citing unnecessary spending). - Councilmember Woods: Reduced Mobile Arena by $400,000 and increased Library account from $7.5M to $7.9M. Passed 6-1 (Reynolds opposed). - Councilmember Runnels: Moved remaining $600,000 in Mobile Arena operations back to reduce the unallocated fund balance transfer. Passed (Woods supported; noted this was the first budget from the new administration and expressed concerns about future economic correction). - Councilmember Woods: Renamed line item "Nuisance Abatement - Building Demolitions" to "Nuisance Abatement - Secure, Demolition and Debris Removal." Passed unanimously. - Budget Discussion: Councilmembers Reynolds, Woods, Ingram, Penn, Gregory, and President Small made remarks. Reynolds called for a "true blue evaluation" of performance contracts ($8.7M total). Ingram emphasized evaluating contracts for stewardship and full budget execution. Penn highlighted quality-of-life events. The budget was passed as amended (unanimous final vote). - Resolution 01922: Authorized agreement with MERT artists for construction of a Mardi Gras float. Passed 5-2 (Reynolds and Woods opposed). Councilmember Runnels spoke in favor, citing the economic impact of Mardi Gras and the need to "graduate from a box cart." Key Outcomes - FY2027 Budget passed as amended: Final vote was unanimous. The budget includes $135 million for public safety, $4 million per district for capital improvements, a raise for employees starting in April, and $3.8 million transferred from unallocated fund balance to capital fund (reduced by $600,000 via Runnels amendment). Performance contracts total $8.7M; council directed administration to begin a comprehensive evaluation. - Mardi Gras float contract approved (5-2). - Announcements: - Councilmember Runnels: District 4 community meeting Sept. 29; Cypress Creek Golf Course opens Sept. 23. - Councilmember Penn: Attended conference in DC with Visit Mobile; reported on safe passage program community meeting Sept. 29; condolences for Chef Douglas and Brandon Schutz. - Councilmember Ingram: Attended DC conference; announced campground bottom community meeting and Africa Town tent revival. - President Small: Noted DC conference success and upcoming planner visit to Mobile. - Mayor Stimpson: Thanked council for budget passage; recognized budget team (James Barber, Logan Guew, Donna, Lee). - Councilmember Reynolds: Recognized Southwest Mobile County Chamber of Commerce TALL program students present; public safety committee meeting rescheduled to 2:30 p.m. - Meeting adjourned.

On Tuesday, September 22, 2026, the Milwaukee Common Council met in the Common Council Chamber at City Hall. The meeting was called to order at 9:25 a.m. (agenda time was 9:00 a.m.) and adjourned at 10:54 a.m.; all 15 aldermen were present at final action. The council approved the previous minutes, heard Mayor Cavalier Johnson present his proposed 2027 executive budget, and acted on reports from all standing committees, including several contested votes. Public Comments & Testimony No public comment was taken during the meeting. Mayor Johnson’s budget presentation was informational only; public comment on the 2027 budget is reserved for the joint Common Council/Mayor hearing on Monday, October 5, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the Common Council Chamber, and for the Finance and Personnel Committee public hearing on Saturday, October 17, 2026 (minutes state 9:30 a.m. at Mitchell Library; the President’s closing remarks said 9:00 a.m. at Mitchell Street Public Library). Mayor’s 2027 Budget Presentation and Referral - Mayor Johnson presented the proposed 2027 executive budget, saying the spring budget gap neared $100 million before reserve withdrawals, revenue increases, and expenditure reductions. - Proposed investments include the largest local road investment in city history, with $4 million more in high-impact paving above the current budget; modest increases in parking ticket, permit, and meter fees; no vehicle registration fee hike; continued demolition and housing programs; three full Milwaukee Police Academy classes; $1 million more for violence interruption; and funding for an additional fire truck/engine to potentially reopen a previously shuttered firehouse. - He noted ARPA funds fully sunset at the end of 2026, and stated that if state shared revenue had kept pace with inflation since 1996, Milwaukee would receive $200 million more this year. - The proposed property tax levy increase is below the rate of inflation. - Ald. Dimitrijevic moved to refer the budget to the Finance and Personnel Committee and to schedule a joint public hearing on October 5, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.; the motion was adopted. The Finance and Personnel Committee’s report is due at a Common Council meeting on Friday, November 6, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Consent Calendar The following unanimous or routine actions were approved on committee reports (with specific contested votes noted in later sections): - Approved minutes of September 1, 2026. - Placed on file the City Clerk’s commendatory/condolatory resolutions (14-0; Ald. Chambers excused). - Approved the Licenses Committee recommendation to renew with a 15-day suspension the Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premise license of Sterling O. Odom for ‘The Lower Level Lounge’ at 207 E Buffalo St LL, based on a threat to public health, safety, or welfare and failure to comply with the approved plan of operations (15-0). - Public Works Committee: approved license recommendations; passed ordinances on parking-facility data, unauthorized closure of public rights of way, closure notification/fines, and no mow May; adopted resolutions on a third self-help drop-off center, DNR Principal Forgiven Financial Assistance Agreement, South Powerline Trail cost-sharing MOU with Greenfield and West Allis, WisDOT highway agreements (North Green Bay Road/STH 57 at estimated $800,000 total, $200,000 city share and $600,000 grantor share; West Capitol Drive/STH 190 at estimated $855,000 total, $205,200 city share, $641,250 grantor share, $8,550 from Wauwatosa), MMSD Green Solutions bioswale grant along West Lapham Boulevard, various assessable/nonassessable public improvement funding resolutions (totals of $104,600, $350,000, $4,677,000, and $9,112,040.17), and placed on file lead service line and dust control communications. - Finance and Personnel Committee: adopted resolutions on BMO Harris Bank contribution account for City Vendor Fair, travel authorization, increased 2026 Tax Incremental Borrowing Authority, and Firefighters Relief Fund special purpose account; passed ordinances amending 2026 offices/positions and employee wages/benefits/regulations (15-0); placed on file multiple communications including audits, fiscal forecast, position authority, and salary recruitment-rate changes. - Judiciary and Legislation Committee: adopted resolutions on claims/settlements (April Minor, Susan Quinn, Sherry Kelly, Janet Wilhelms, Noack/Smith v. City, MBI Properties v. City), real estate tax cancellations, American Serb Hall lease for early voting site, and state legislative package opposing nicotine pouch marketing to youth; disallowed and indefinitely postponed appeals of Martha Malik and Joshua Falls. (Minutes record these as 15-0; the transcript reports 14-0 with Ald. Stamper excused during the Judiciary roll call.) - Public Safety and Health Committee: passed parking control, traffic control, and time-limited food truck zone ordinances; adopted resolutions on health department sponsorship agreements, DNR air quality monitoring station, CARGOS grant, Maternal Health fatherhood grant, Family Foundations home visiting grant, WIC grant, and third-party payer reimbursements. - Zoning, Neighborhoods and Development Committee: passed the Climate and Equity Plan update; passed the Metcalfe Park Liberation Hub zoning change and rental property inspection program ordinances; adopted resolutions on zoning analysis fund transfer, the 15th district rental inspection designation, sale of 2872 S 8th St, TID No. 137 (310W East Tower), and BID 21 maintenance agreement for Vel R. Phillips Plaza; confirmed Ayanna Ellzey to the Housing Authority (14-0; Ald. Pratt abstained, twice after reconsideration). - Community and Economic Development Committee: adopted resolutions creating Neighborhood Improvement District No. 13 (Metcalfe Park), Business Improvement District No. 57 (Lincoln Village), declaring Viva Nuestra Herencia an official city event, and reallocating up to $3,666 from Mi Milwaukee to Hispanic Heritage Month; confirmed numerous appointments/nominations, including Kayle Phillips (14-0; Ald. Coggs abstained). - Adopted all five matters for immediate adoption: release of no-vehicular-access restrictions on West Mill Road, approval/conditional approval of final certified survey maps, release of deed restrictions for 2118 W McKinley Ave, and recognition of Week Without Driving (Oct 1–8, 2026). Discussion Items - Elected official salaries (251682 / 260544): Debate centered on salary increases for the 2028-2032 term. Ald. Brower supported the increases, arguing competitive pay is necessary to attract serious candidates; Ald. Spiker opposed, saying the 2% annual increases are new policy distinct from correcting past legal advice; Ald. Chambers said the measure corrects bad advice from the prior city attorney about the 2024 vote; Ald. Zamarripa asked for a roll call because of rising community costs. - Concrete panel replacement (260699): Ald. Burgelis successfully moved to substitute the resolution to remove up to $800,000 in contingent borrowing for contractors. Ald. Brower voted no, stating he supports in-house crews and believes the city should attract, retain, and grow its workforce; he noted city employees could earn more in the private sector and said raises proposed in the budget would not take effect until the second quarter of next year. - Metcalfe Park Liberation Hub (260294): Ald. Stamper praised neighborhood leaders Melanie and Donnell Cross and developer Anthony Casey, saying the community earned the development. The zoning change from RT3 to NS2 passed unanimously. - Rental property inspection program (260363/260362): Ald. Stamper presented data: 236 eligible rental properties in the 15th district, nearly 58% received at least one complaint between 2023 and 2025, and complaints grew from 106 in 2023 to 214 in 2025—more than doubling and about five times faster than citywide. He described the five-year pilot as data-driven, with compliant properties generally exempt from re-inspection for five years and repeated violators facing continued accountability. - Week Without Driving (260796): Ald. Moore spoke in favor of the resolution recognizing Oct 1–8, 2026 as Week Without Driving, encouraging residents and city employees to reduce driving and reflect on transportation barriers. She noted a press conference on September 28 and partnership with Milwaukee County. Key Outcomes - The 2027 budget was formally referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee; public hearings are set for October 5 and October 17, 2026, with a council report due November 6, 2026. - Substitute ordinance on elected official salaries was passed 10-5 (No: Jackson, Zamarripa, Moore, Burgelis, Spiker). - Rates of pay ordinance was passed 11-4 (No: Zamarripa, Moore, Burgelis, Spiker) after amendment adding ‘except as prohibited by s. 755.04, Wis. Stats.’ to footnote 9. - Concrete panel expediting resolution was passed 14-1 (No: Brower) after removing $800,000 contingent borrowing. - Milwaukee Police Department patrol staffing/resource communication was initially placed on file, then reconsidered and referred back to Public Safety and Health Committee due September 29, 2026. - All other committee recommendations and immediate adoption items were approved as described above.