The Public Meeting Index

The Round Rock City Council convened for a packet briefing work session at 7:30 AM on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, in the City Council Chambers, 221 East Main St., Round Rock, Texas. Mayor Craig Morgan presided; Mayor Pro-Tem Hilda Montgomery (Place 6) and Councilmembers Michelle Ly (Place 1), Rene Flores (Place 2), Melissa Fleming (Place 3), Frank Ortega (Place 4), and Kristin Stevens (Place 5) were present. The meeting covered items on the September 24, 2026, City Council consent agenda and a quarterly update from the Round Rock Chamber of Commerce. No members of the public signed up for Citizen Communication. Consent Calendar - Staff briefed Consent Item G1, a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Change Order No. 1 with Spall Glass Construction for the guaranteed maximum price (GMP) for the Lakeview build-out. No council questions were raised. - Staff briefed Consent Item G2, a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute amendments to refuse service rates for the residential, commercial, and downtown commercial districts. The Republic Services contract ties annual rate changes to the consumer price index (CPI); this year's increase is 3.86%, with a contractual 5% cap on annual increases and a 2% floor on rate decreases if CPI goes negative. - The refuse rate briefing noted that new rates take effect November 1 for the building zone. For a single-family home, the city's monthly payment to Republic Services rises from $19.71 to $20.47, increasing the total monthly utility bill from $24.69 to $25.51. The fee includes funding for the Deepwood Recycling Facility, seven additional bags of trash per week, and other services. - Staff reported that 3,156 homes have used the new call-in bulky-item pickup program this year (up to five cubic yards, once annually). The city is also redesigning commercial recycling enclosures (a completed project on Lamp Pass was highlighted), beginning design work on additional improvements, and exploring an electronic recycling day at Dell Diamond's parking lot with Republic Services. - Councilmember Rene Flores asked about Republic Services' performance and regular service standards. Staff responded that service is generally good and responsive to corrections, that complaints often arrive after the trucks have already passed, and that the city notifies neighborhoods when collections run late. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public addressed the Council during Citizen Communication. Round Rock Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Update - Chamber leadership delivered its quarterly update (Agenda Item E.1), describing the public–private partnership and progress executing its five-year strategic plan adopted last year. - The Chamber's largest-ever Momentum event focused on water, and its G Beta accelerator program continues to yield results: approximately 51 proposals were submitted, applications for the next cohort have closed and the cohort starts in a few weeks, and a homegrown G Beta graduate raised funds and opened its headquarters and manufacturing space in Round Rock. For applicants not selected, the Chamber launched Jumpstart, a free pre-accelerator. - Fiesta Round Rock, launched in partnership with Capital Factory, became an official monthly event. - The Chamber expects federal approval of Round Rock's first-ever Opportunity Zone designation, with designation beginning in January, after receiving letters of support from business owners, downtown stakeholders, elected officials, and county judges. - A downtown workgroup convening monthly will bring recommendations for downtown priorities to the Council's annual retreat, and the Chamber is preparing a recruitment trip to New York City. - On workforce, the Chamber reported that 200 teachers participated in its one-day July externship touring local businesses. Chamber membership grew from just under 800 members five years ago to almost 1,050 today. - An intercity visit to Raleigh, North Carolina, will include roughly 40 participants and meetings with city leadership and state economic development agencies, as well as the town of Carey; the Chamber noted Round Rock competes with Research Triangle Park for life sciences projects. - Upcoming Chamber events include a business after hours at Society Dad, Texas Venture Fest, and a quarterly Spark event (all on Thursday); a school board candidate forum co-hosted with the Round Rock ISD Council of PTAs (four school board positions open); and the State of the City in December. Key Outcomes - No formal votes were taken at this briefing session. - The Council received the staff briefings on Consent Items G1 and G2 and the Chamber of Commerce update without action. - Consent Items G1 and G2 remain scheduled for consideration at the September 24, 2026, City Council meeting.

The City Council met on September 22, 2026, to consider and approve zoning changes for two Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) high schools: Lincoln West High School and Glenville High School. The meeting also included a routine approval of an earlier ordinance. No public comments were received. Discussion Items - Ordinance 935-2026 – Received final approval with no discussion or public comment, allowing the project to proceed to building code review. - Ordinance 936-2026 (Lincoln West High School) – Xavier Bay of the Zoning and City Planning Department presented a proposal to rezone parcels owned by CMSD from two-family to civic form-based code to facilitate the long-awaited redevelopment of Lincoln West High School in the Clark-Fulton neighborhood. Bay noted that the school would not be able to proceed under current zoning due to strict setback requirements, and that form-based code would eliminate the need for Board of Zoning Appeals variances. Councilmember Harsh expressed strong support, noting the community has waited 20 years for a new Lincoln West and praised form-based code as a practical tool. The rezoning only applies to CMSD-owned parcels. - Ordinance 937-2026 (Glenville High School) – Bay presented a similar rezoning of CMSD-owned land south of St. Clair Avenue from mixed one- and two-family to civic form-based code. Councilmember Marsh asked whether any residential properties were included; Bay confirmed the rezoning covers only park and school space. Bay added that the Glenville project has not yet completed the City Planning Commission’s design review process, and he explained how design review works in form-based code districts. No other questions were raised. Key Outcomes - Ordinance 935-2026 – Approved (vote not recorded but no objections). - Ordinance 936-2026 – Approved (vote not recorded; unanimous support). - Ordinance 937-2026 – Approved (vote not recorded; unanimous support). - Both zoning changes will allow CMSD to proceed with redevelopment of the two high schools, with Lincoln West expected to return for final City Planning Commission approval. The meeting was adjourned shortly after.

The Huntington Beach Planning Commission met on September 22, 2026, at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers. The commission considered two public hearing items: a live/work project at 712-714 Pacific Coast Highway and a five-unit live/work project at 210-218 3rd Street. The first project was approved unanimously; the second was continued for redesign due to parking concerns. No consent calendar or non-public hearing items were on the agenda. Public Comments & Testimony - 712-714 PCH Live/Work: No members of the public signed up to speak. - 210-218 3rd Street Live/Work: Three speakers addressed the commission: - Dave C (applicant's agent): Expressed support for the project, noting that similar units sell for high prices and that parking is available in the nearby structure except on peak days like July 4th. He offered to work with the commission on design changes. - Dewey David (resident): Voiced opposition, citing existing parking shortages during special events, noise from rooftop decks, and concerns about visitor parking permits. He questioned what businesses would occupy the commercial spaces. - Jeffrey Hansler (resident): Echoed parking and noise concerns, and noted that the parking permit system is inconvenient. He urged the commission to consider resident impacts. Discussion Items 1. Coastal Development Permit No. 26-003/Administrative Permit No. 26-002/Conditional Use Permit No. 26-009 (712-714 PCH Live/Work) - Staff presented the proposal for two 2,900 sq. ft. three-story live/work units with rooftop decks and 330 sq. ft. of ground-floor visitor-serving commercial. The project required a conditional use permit to participate in the Downtown Parking In-Lieu Program for two commercial parking spaces. - Commissioners discussed parking constraints on the 25-foot-wide lots, the ADA requirement, and the in-lieu fee program. The applicant agreed to condition the commercial space as visitor-serving and to address neighbor concerns about privacy and construction debris. - The public hearing was opened and closed with no speakers. The commission voted to approve the project as recommended by staff. (Motion carried unanimously.) 2. Coastal Development Permit No. 25-013/Administrative Permit No. 25-004/Conditional Use Permit No. 26-017 (210-218 3rd Street Live/Work Units) - Staff presented a proposal for five 3,000 sq. ft. three-story live/work units, each with a 650 sq. ft. accessory dwelling unit (ADU), rooftop decks, and 300 sq. ft. of visitor-serving commercial. The project sought a CUP to participate in the parking in-lieu program for five commercial spaces. - Commissioners raised concerns about parking adequacy, especially given the ADUs which do not require additional parking under state law. They questioned the amount of parking actually provided (10 spaces vs. the 25 that would be required under city code without ADU exemptions). The applicant argued that high-end buyers typically do not rent out ADUs and that the nearby parking structure has ample capacity except on holidays. - After deliberation, Commissioner Thenis made a motion to deny the project, but the commission instead voted 4-3 to continue the item to allow the applicant to redesign the project to address parking concerns, specifically to increase on-site parking. Key Outcomes - 712-714 PCH Live/Work: Approved (unanimous). The project will proceed with conditions including a requirement that the commercial space remain visitor-serving and that construction debris be controlled. - 210-218 3rd Street Live/Work: Continued by a 4-3 vote. The applicant is directed to return with a revised plan that increases on-site parking, likely by enlarging the garages to accommodate four tandem spaces per lot. The in-lieu fee request for the commercial spaces will still be needed due to site constraints, but the commission wants to see more residential parking provided. - The commission also requested that staff provide updated information on the Downtown Parking In-Lieu Program, including the fund balance and recent uses, at a future meeting.

The Los Alamos County Council held a work session on September 22, 2026, at Fire Station No. 3 in White Rock. The meeting included recognition of Phoenix Award recipients for a successful cardiac arrest resuscitation, presentations on wildfire preparedness and home insurance, the Sister Cities program, an annual update from the Health Council, and high-level terms for a Metropolitan Redevelopment Area (MRA) Development Agreement for Pig & Fig Cafe and a Local Economic Development Act (LEDA) Public Participation Agreement for Nambe Drugs. The council also introduced two ordinances for formal public hearings and approved minutes from previous sessions. Public Comments & Testimony - Jan Lavatha (White Rock) announced a community forum scheduled for October 27 with Melissa Robertson to provide one-on-one insurance and wildfire preparedness information. - Chris Lucini expressed support for the Pig & Fig MRA grant, calculating that the $106,000 investment could generate approximately $3.9 million in additional revenue over 10 years, and stated the project makes sense from an accounting perspective. - Lisa Shin raised concerns about fairness of LEDA and MRA funding, questioning why other local businesses do not receive similar support, noted that county-provided zero-interest loans compete with local banks, and asked about oversight and risk assessment of public funds. - Online attendee commented on audio issues during the Phoenix Award recognition and requested that sound remain on during award presentations. Discussion Items - Phoenix Award Recognition: EMS Division Chief Manuel Pacheco presented the Phoenix Award to Los Alamos Fire Department responders and emergency communications personnel for their coordinated lifesaving efforts resulting in the cardiac arrest patient's full recovery. The patient, Mr. Alexi, attended and expressed gratitude. - Homeowner Insurance & Wildfires: Wildland Division Chief Van Leimer and Melissa Robertson (NM Office of Superintendent of Insurance) briefed the council on wildfire risk, home hardening measures, the IBHS Wildfire Prepared certification program, and insurance market challenges. Los Alamos had 41 non-renewals in the past year (1.7% non-renewal rate) and only 9 policies in the NM FAIR Plan. The IBHS certification process was explained; a state grant reduces the application fee to $25. - Sister Cities Program: Andrew Leverett (Albuquerque Sister Cities Foundation), Peter Ives (Santa Fe Sister Cities), and Richard Buckler (Sister Cities International NM State Representative) presented on the program. Los Alamos previously had a sister city relationship with Sarov, Russia (established 1993). Suggested potential partners included Geneva (CERN), Herzliya (Israel), Incheon (South Korea), and Hiroshima/Nagasaki (Japan). Annual dues for Los Alamos would be approximately $440. Council members expressed interest in re-engaging, with some favoring partnerships that could offer mutual support. - Health Council Annual Update: Chair Lisa Hampton and Social Services Division Manager Jessica Strong reported on the Health Council's completed Comprehensive Health Plan (approved December 2024), implementation of the Unite Us referral software, and establishment of a working group for a Community Health Action Center. FY27 priorities include suicide prevention, harm reduction, expanding Unite Us, and aligning with the state's Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act (Senate Bill 3). The council discussed potential changes to the Health Council's membership size. - Pig & Fig MRA Development Agreement: Community Development Director Elias Isaacson and owner Laura Crucet presented a $106,000 MRA grant request to renovate an underutilized portion of the building at 11 Sherwood Blvd in White Rock. Improvements include ADA-compliant restrooms, plumbing, electrical, parking resurfacing, and a patio door addition. The project has no private match listed but the owner stated a line of credit covers upfront costs. Council members expressed support and noted the distinction between LEDA and MRA programs. - Nambe Drugs LEDA Public Participation Agreement: Scott and Lori Robinson (owners) presented a $400,000 LEDA grant request to relocate and expand their pharmacy from 1,800 to 4,500 square feet within Central Park Square. The total project cost is $1.07 million, with $670,000 in private investment. The project is expected to create 10 new full-time-equivalent jobs (average salary $68,692) and generate $1.13 million in gross receipts tax (GRT) revenue over four years, yielding a net public benefit of approximately $735,291 ($2.84 return per $1 of public participation). Council discussion focused on the accuracy of benefit calculations and potential economic displacement versus new sales. - Suspension of Council Rules: The council voted unanimously to suspend procedural rules for the work session to allow formal action on agenda items. - Approval of Minutes: The council approved the minutes from the September 2, 2026 Special Session and September 8, 2026 Regular Session. Key Outcomes - Council Unanimously Approved the Agenda as presented. - Council Unanimously Suspended Procedural Rules for the work session, enabling formal action. - Council Unanimously Approved Minutes for the September 2 (Special Session) and September 8 (Regular Session) meetings. - Introduced Ordinance No. 761 (LEDA for 1735 Central Investment LLC) – a $6 million public participation for the redevelopment of the former CB Fox building. Public hearing set for October 20, 2026. - Introduced Ordinance No. 764 (MRA for Pig and Fig Bakery and Café, LLP) – a $106,000 MRA grant for improvements at 11 Sherwood Blvd. Public hearing set for October 6, 2026. - No action taken on the other presentations; they were informational and will inform future council decisions.

The Tacoma City Council met at 5:00 PM on September 22, 2026, in Council Chambers at 747 Market Street, Tacoma, WA. The Council adopted the consent agenda, approved a proclamation, took action on labor agreements, passed one ordinance, and advanced three ordinances to final reading. No public commenters signed up. The agenda listed routine minutes filed with the City Clerk, but no minutes document was included in the source materials. Agenda Modification - The Council approved an amendment to Resolution No. 42030 (Teamsters Local 313 collective bargaining agreement) to correct transposed percentages in the original resolution. Staff stated the clerical error had no fiscal impact. Consent Calendar - Approved the consent calendar, including Resolutions 42024 through 42027. - Resolution 42024: Authorized an amendment to the interlocal agreement with Pierce Transit clarifying ownership and maintenance responsibilities for improvements in the Commerce Street Corridor between South 9th and South 13th Streets. - Resolution 42025: Authorized a quit claim deed to clear any City interest in the Gault Middle School property to Tacoma Public Schools No. 10. - Payments from August 24 to September 6, 2026: $24,619,138.99 in payroll and $40,745,441.12 in payments, totaling $65,364,580.11. - Resolution 42026: Awarded a contract to Western Peterbilt LLC, a division of Dobbs Heavy Duty Holdings LLC, for two roll-off trucks for solid waste, recycling, and yard waste collection, in the amount of $859,989.04 plus a 10 percent contingency, for a projected total of $945,987.94 plus taxes. - Resolution 42027: Awarded a contract to Western Peterbilt LLC for three compressed natural gas side-loader trucks, in the amount of $1,745,598.03 plus a 10 percent contingency, for a projected total of $1,920,157.83 plus taxes. Proclamation: Week Without Driving - Mayor Ibsen proclaimed October 1–8, 2026, as Week Without Driving in Tacoma, noting that almost 30 percent of Washingtonians cannot or do not drive and encouraging residents to use transit, walk, roll, bike, or use ride-sharing and carpooling. - Speakers from Tacoma on the Go, the Transportation Choices Coalition, and the Non-Drivers Alliance expressed support for the challenge, with one speaker noting that about one in four Washingtonians do not drive and urging continued investment in safe, connected walking, biking, and transit infrastructure. - Tony Hester, a long-time participant, spoke in favor of the week as a way for elected leaders to experience the daily realities of transit users, including weather delays and ADA accessibility problems. - Holden Ringer, representing Transportation Choices Coalition and organizer of the Grit City Gauntlet, applauded the Council, noted the 200-person, 20-mile walk held the previous weekend, and said a walk through a different part of Tacoma might have produced a different perception of the city. - Councilmember Walker voiced strong support for the event, credited Anna Zeifertz with growing it into a national event, and challenged colleagues to ride the bus at least once during the week. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public signed up to comment, in person or online, so the Council closed the public comment period. Purchase Resolutions - Resolution 42028: Adopted, authorizing an increase of $1,532,165.16 to the contract with IMCO General Construction Inc. for the progressive design-build of the Puyallup Avenue Sewer Utility Replacement project, bringing the projected contract total to $8,628,585.76 plus taxes. - Resolution 42029: Adopted, authorizing an increase of $2,400,000 to and extension of the contract with Print NW LLC through April 30, 2027, including ratification of $1,400,000 previously spent, for a projected contract total of $8,900,000 plus taxes. Labor Agreements and Compensation Ordinances - Resolution 42030: Adopted as amended, authorizing a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 313 covering approximately 143 full-time positions retroactive to January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2028. The agreement provides general wage increases and market rate adjustments: 3 percent and 2 percent in 2026; 3 percent and 3 percent in 2027; and 3 percent and 3.5 percent in 2028. It also adjusts the senior sewer worker step-one rate to $42.00 per hour, increases a lead-worker pay differential for solid waste collector drivers from 8 percent to 11 percent, adds a 4 percent backup lead differential, allows retired employees to contribute 25 percent of unused sick leave to a VEBA plan, and pays double time plus holiday pay for work on a non-working holiday. - Resolution 42031: Adopted, authorizing a Letter of Agreement with Teamsters Local Union No. 117, Tacoma Venues and Events Unit, correcting the pay rate for maintenance chief assistants. Corrected rates apply retroactively from January 29, 2026, through January 1, 2028; overpayment recovery will begin after Council adoption. - Ordinance 29118: Passed on roll call, amending the Compensation Plan to implement rates of pay and compensation for employees represented by Tacoma Police Union Local 6. - Ordinance 29119: First reading held for the Teamsters Local 313 and Local 117 compensation plan amendments; set over for final reading. Utility Tax and Business and Occupation Tax Ordinances - Ordinance 29120: First reading held. The ordinance amends the Tax Code to increase utility tax rates from 6 percent to 7.5 percent effective January 1, 2027, implementing Proposition 1, approved by voters on August 4, 2026. Danielle Larson, Tax and License Division Manager, explained Proposition 1 authorizes an additional 1.5 percent utility tax on natural gas, power, and telephone services for 10 years. The measure was recommended by the Government Performance Finance Committee on September 15 and set over for final reading on October 6. - Ordinance 29121: First reading held. The ordinance amends Chapter 6A.30 of the Municipal Code to update Business and Occupation Tax definitions as required by state law, including the retailing tax classification definition under the model ordinance. It adds clarifying language and certain exclusions, such as for staff services used by hospital-based clinical providers. It was set over for final reading on October 6. City Manager Report - The City Manager reported that he gave a mid-year work plan update to the Council’s Operational Strategy and Administrative Committee and would transmit it to the full Council this week. - The City Manager announced that the Planning and Development Services Department was awarded a potential $70,000 state Department of Commerce grant for streamlining permitting under the missing middle pilot program. The funds will be programmed into the 2027–2028 budget for Council consideration. Council Committee Reports and Comments - The Community Vitality and Safety Committee chair reported on meetings held August 13, August 27, and September 10, covering briefings on the Tacoma Community Redevelopment Authority, the Community Police Advisory Committee, the updated comprehensive emergency management plan, the Human Rights, Human Services, and Immigrant and Refugee Affairs commissions, and the Community Council of Tacoma. The committee also interviewed applicants for the Human Services Commission. Its next meeting is September 24 at 4:30 PM in Room 248 of the Tacoma Municipal Building. - Councilmember Sidalga reported on a trip to Wuhan as Tacoma’s representative at an international friendship cities conference with attendees from 24 cities and five continents. He said the delegation signed a 10-year memorandum of understanding reaffirming Tacoma’s sister-city relationship with Wuhan, visited Wuhan University and its affiliated foreign language school, and discussed economic development, environmental conservation, and student exchanges. He presented the City with a statue of the Yangtze River finless dolphin and emphasized that local, person-to-person relationships matter when national leaders disagree. He also noted he was the only representative from the United States at the conference. - Councilmember Walker promoted Move and Groove, an open streets event on Saturday from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM between Charlotte Blueberry Park and Bernie Elementary, in partnership with Park Tacoma and Tacoma on the Go. - Mayor Ibsen thanked volunteers and staff for a citywide cleanup that drew more than 100 volunteers across several dozen sites, and reminded the public that the September 29 Council meeting is rescheduled to Wednesday, September 30 at 6:00 PM (doors at 5:30 PM) at the Star Center in South Tacoma, District 5. The in-district meeting will include a brief business meeting, community forum, food, child care, and music. Key Outcomes - Consent calendar adopted, including Resolutions 42024, 42025, 42026, and 42027. - Resolution 42030 amended and adopted; Resolution 42031 adopted. - Ordinance 29118 passed on final reading. - Ordinances 29119, 29120, and 29121 were read the first time and set over for final reading. - No public testimony was received. - The meeting adjourned after council reports.

The Edmonds City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers (250 5th Ave North, Edmonds, WA). The agenda included a National Lights Out proclamation, the Mayor's Finance Update, audience comments, the consent calendar, and council business on the city's staffing ordinance, tree code updates, and an ordinance restructuring advisory bodies. Deliberation was extensive on the tree code and Title 10 advisory-body items, with no final votes taken on those items; the staffing ordinance was scheduled for action on October 6, 2026. Presentations - Proclamation – National Lights Out: The Mayor's Office presented the proclamation, noting that between one and two billion birds are killed each year in the U.S. and encouraging reduced lighting during migration. - Mayor's Finance Update: The Mayor reported that the annual audit was launched with a September 14 call, and the city will hold its first in-person meeting with auditors on October 5, 2026, with a timeline expected at that time. Public Comments & Testimony - A speaker identifying as an organizer for Fortify Washington expressed support for "No Hate in Washington State." - A speaker representing a group that has been reviewing the draft tree code since January 2026 noted that their recommendations and topic papers had been sent to the council. The speaker urged the council to incorporate climate science best practices and to consider establishing a group of verifiable climate experts who would be regularly available to advise council and staff, emphasizing that climate impacts are far-reaching and that Edmonds is a shoreline community. Consent Calendar - Received for Filing: The July 2026 Monthly Financial Report (second reading) and written public comments from August 29 – September 17, 2026, were received for filing. - Consent Agenda Approved: The consent calendar was approved as a block, including: City Council meeting minutes (September 9, 11, and 15, 2026 study session, special meeting, Finance, PPW, and PSPHSP committee minutes); Amendment 1 to the 2026 Summer Market Event Agreement for the Winter Market; the September 1–15, 2026 payroll benefits and earnings reports; approval to terminate the construction contract for the Olympic View Drive Pavement Preservation Project (second reading); and the proposed interlocal agreement regarding the Lynnwood Neighborhood Center (second reading). Discussion Items - Ordinance Amending Authorized Employee Positions (First Reading): Staff discussed the city's new supervisor team, noting that one supervisor position remains vacant while two have been filled. A council member moved to schedule the ordinance on the consent agenda for approval at the October 6, 2026, City Council meeting; the mayor restated the motion on the floor. The council noted this would allow implementation within the next couple of council meetings. - Tree Code / Development Code Amendments (Ordinance 4411 and AMD2026-0001): Staff requested additional time to provide the council with greater context for the tree code updates than could be provided by the meeting date, noting the project scope is not slated to change. Council members discussed the Major Pedestrian Corridor Map, including the need to ensure the map reflects updates to city zoning; raised concerns about allowing ground-floor commercial and mixed-use along green lines "without really clear definitions"; questioned whether state rules could change next year; and expressed wariness about activating homes in certain areas for other purposes, describing impacts as "a drop here, a drop there, not all at once." A council member also cited the Edmonds Waterfront Connector, where a crowd of approximately 300 people said they had never heard about the project, as a reason to invest in public education. Staff offered to bring options back to the next meeting if the council desired. The council took no decisions or actions on the tree code item. - Ordinance Amending ECC Title 10 – Advisory Bodies (Second Reading): The Mayor's Office reviewed the engagement process, which began in May 2026, included board and commission members, directors, and community members, involved approximately seven meetings and surveys of council members, and examined how other cities structure advisory bodies. Council members raised concerns about the ordinance's effect on council appointment authority, noting that the council has traditionally appointed members to boards and commissions to ensure a diversity of opinions, and cautioning that a mayor with one strong ideological point of view could control all appointments. Discussion included creating a subcommittee of no more than three council members representing different viewpoints, and possibly moving the effective date to November 10, 2026, to allow time to fully incorporate council and public feedback. One council member cautioned against pushing the item to December 1 so that basic Title 10 housekeeping items can still be completed by year end. No final vote was taken during the recorded discussion; the item remained under council consideration. Key Outcomes - The ordinance amending authorized employee positions was placed on the consent agenda for approval at the October 6, 2026, City Council meeting. - The tree code update received no action; staff will return with additional context, and the project scope remains unchanged. - The Title 10 advisory-body ordinance was not adopted at this meeting; the council discussed a possible November 10, 2026, date and a three-member subcommittee as next steps, and directed no final action.

The Torrance City Council convened at 5:00 p.m. on September 22, 2026, for a closed-session-only meeting. All seven members (Mayor and six councilmembers) were present. The meeting included oral communications, a closed session on real property and labor negotiations, and adjournment to October 6, 2026. Call to Order, Flag Salute, and Invocation - Mayor Kalani called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.; the City Clerk conducted roll call. Present: Councilmembers Barnett, Gerson, Kartsonis (listed in the agenda; transcribed as Carzonis in the transcript), Lewis, Lou, and Shake, along with Mayor Kalani. - Councilmember Kartsonis led the flag salute; Councilmember Lewis delivered the invocation. Public Comments & Testimony - Oral Communications 1 was reserved for items not on the agenda. No in-person speakers signed up. - Staff reported one remote participant had signed up, and the first caller was admitted; the transcript does not include the substance of any remote comment before the Council recessed to closed session. Closed Session - The Council recessed to closed session with the City Manager and City Attorney. - Real property negotiations (California Government Code Section 54956.8): Agency negotiator Aram Chaparyan discussed price, terms, and conditions for an easement at 23009 Doris Way, Torrance, CA (APN 7515-018-900) between the City of Torrance and Southern California Edison; and price, terms, and conditions of a lease at 3481 Airport Drive, 200, Torrance, CA between the City of Torrance and Torrance Flite Park, LLC. - Labor negotiations (California Government Code Section 54957.6): The Council conferred about negotiations with 21 listed employee organizations and associations, including the Torrance City Employees Association, Torrance Fire Fighters Association, Torrance Police Officers Association, Torrance Police Commanders Association, Torrance Library Employees Association, Torrance Municipal Employees/AFSCME Local 1117, and other represented groups. Reconvene and Reports - After closed session, the City Manager reported no actions to report. - Councilmember Lewis exited the meeting at 5:18 p.m. Key Outcomes - No action was reported from closed session. - A motion to adjourn was made and seconded. - The Council adjourned to Tuesday, October 6, 2026, with closed session at 5:00 p.m. and regular business at 6:30 p.m. in the LeRoy J. Jackson Council Chamber. - Tuesday, September 29, 2026, was noted as a City Council dark night.

The Bozeman City Commission held a regular meeting on September 22, 2026, preceded by a joint session with the Belgrade City Council. The joint session focused on regional growth, infrastructure, transportation connectivity, behavioral health, and the 2027 Montana state legislative agenda. The regular business included the unanimous approval of the consent agenda and annual assessments for delinquent charges and special districts. The majority of the evening was dedicated to an extensive public hearing and commission deliberation on the South Bozeman Technology Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District, resulting in the adoption of resolutions to fulfill a development agreement by issuing a $3.894 million bond, which consequently extends the district beyond its 15-year term. Joint Session with Belgrade City Council (C.1) - Leaders from both cities discussed the Bozeman-Belgrade corridor, managing growth, utility coordination, and community identity. Bozeman Commissioner Alison Sweeney expressed a preference for an open space delineation with wildlife corridors between the communities. Belgrade officials noted the city's rapid growth and transition away from being solely a bedroom community, with Mayor Meese highlighting that 3,000 people now commute into Belgrade for work. - Transportation: Discussion focused on the expansion of the Streamline Pink Line to the Belgrade airport, the need for microtransit in Belgrade, improved bike and pedestrian connections, and regional park-and-ride solutions. The Urban Transportation District’s role was emphasized. - Behavioral Health: Both groups highlighted a lack of state funding as a growing crisis straining police, fire, and hospital resources. The success of the Mobile Crisis Response Unit was noted, but funding insecurity for the program was a concern. - Legislative Priorities: A strong consensus emerged around the need for a local option sales tax, property tax relief, and direct state funding for behavioral health services as key joint priorities for the 2027 Montana Legislature. Public Comments & Testimony - Joint Session: Gallatin County Commissioner Zach Brown expressed support for regional collaboration on the topics discussed. Developer Mike Magrins encouraged a continued dialogue between the cities on policy differences impacting growth. Gabe, an MSU student, connected the cost of living to mental health strain. - Action Items I.6 & I.7 (South Bozeman Tech District): Over 20 residents and students provided testimony. The overwhelming majority spoke in opposition, arguing that extending the TIF district for 25 years would lock in local tax funds to support a development housing military technology contractors. Speakers including Julian Stags, Sarah Fina Warren, and Charles Miller (an Army National Guard sergeant) specifically named tenants like Reveal Technology and the DOD On-Ramp Hub, relating them to the conflict in Gaza. Critics argued the funds could better support local housing, public transit (Streamline), and emergency services. MSU representative Mike Veslick spoke in support, highlighting the campus’s role in quantum computing, retaining high-paying jobs from companies like Aurora Innovation, and fostering spin-out companies from university research. Discussion Items - FYI: Commissioner Sweeney highlighted the HRDC pre-purchase counseling program for potential homebuyers. Deputy Mayor Fisher and Mayor Morrison welcomed a delegation from the city's sister city, Kopachinsky, Ukraine. Commissioner Magic reported multiple bear sightings and urged residents to secure garbage. - Annual Assessments (I.1-I.5): Budget analyst Caitlin Johnson presented resolutions for the Business Improvement District ($295,000), 84 lighting districts ($583,600), and delinquent charges for snow (2 bills, $5,450), weed (6 bills, $1,731), and utility accounts (51 bills, $26,838). The commission discussed the Snow Angels program and complaint-driven code enforcement. - South Bozeman Technology TIF District Extensions (I.6 & I.7): Urban Renewal Program Manager David Fine explained the city's obligation under a 2022 development agreement to reimburse a developer for public infrastructure. To achieve this, the city must issue a bond, which triggers a statutory extension of the TIF provision from 15 to a maximum of 25 years. Commissioner Bowdy focused heavily on the legal obligation, the impact on the city's bond rating if the agreement were breached, and frustration over a lack of city control over tenant types. Commissioner Sweeney criticized the lack of foresight in the original agreement and questioned the ethics of supporting the current tenant mix. Deputy Mayor Fisher and Mayor Morrison emphasized the necessity of honoring contracts to maintain the city’s financial credibility and ability to fund local services. Commissioner Magic acknowledged the difficulty of the TIF tool but noted its necessity given the lack of other local revenue sources like sales tax. Key Outcomes - Consent Agenda (G.1-G.7): Approved unanimously (5-0). - Annual Assessments (I.1-I.5): Resolutions adopted unanimously (5-0). - TIF Extension Resolution (I.6 Main): Adopted 5-0. The resolution determines that fulfilling the South Bozeman Technology District plan requires pledging tax increment to bond payments, extending the TIF provision beyond its 15th year. - TIFF Policy Exploration (I.6 Supplement): The commission voted 5-0 to direct staff to explore methods to limit the ability of TIFF beneficiaries to participate in particular activities (e.g., the military industrial complex) and for those methods to be reviewed by the TIFF board. - Bond Authorization Resolution (I.7 Main): Adopted 5-0. The resolution preliminarily authorizes the private negotiated sale of a $3.894 million Tax Increment Revenue Bond. - Bond Early Payoff Exploration (I.7 Supplement): The commission voted 4-1 (Deputy Mayor Fisher dissenting) to direct staff to explore bond options that would allow the city to pay off the bond early.

The regular meeting of the Mesquite City Council was held on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM in City Council Chambers. The meeting included ceremonial proclamations, public comments on city and police issues, a presentation on vacation home rental regulations, approval of interlocal agreements, a zoning change, and a controversial discussion regarding an independent review of the Police Department. The meeting adjourned after a final public comment period. Consent Calendar - Approved the minutes of the July 21, 2026 Special City Council Meeting, July 28 and August 11, 2026 Regular City Council Meetings, and September 1, 2026 Technical Review Meeting (Item 2.1). - Approved notifications of bills paid and purchase orders (Item 2.2). - Approved Resolution R26-022 adopting Interlocal Contract No. 3299 with the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada for a Regional Big Data Mobility Analytics & Safety Platform (Item 2.3). - Approved the adjustment for the City of Mesquite Year-End Augmentation of the FY 2025-2026 Budget (Item 2.4). Public Comments & Testimony - Al Littman (former mayor): Urged the council to settle the police contract, stating that public safety must be the top priority and that the city will lose officers without a contract. He also requested updates from boards and commissions the city participates in. - Dean Gallop (resident): Alleged that City Manager Karen Fielding and Detective Stout filed a false report about city hall closing at 3 PM, and claimed a 14-minute recording shows plotting to illegally access a former finance manager's office. He called for a criminal investigation by the Nevada Department of Public Safety. - Mary Mathis (President, Mesquite Fine Arts Center): Provided updates on upcoming exhibits, art walks, and the launch of a new website. - Mike Benham (resident): Criticized the city manager for not responding to communications from the congressman's office and stated he intends to contact the FBI regarding alleged lies about him. - David Bowing (resident): Asked the council to enforce decorum rules and not allow derogatory comments about non-public city employees. He also urged settling the police contract. - Mitzi Bender (Vice Chair, Mesquite Public Arts Commission): Announced plans for the first historical opening of the Second Saturday Art Walk at the new amphitheater at Virgin Valley Heritage Park. - Steve (resident, Falcon Ridge area): Raised concern about agave snout weevil infestation affecting agave plants in medians and recommended using the chemical imidacloprid for control. - Rick McIntyre (Chair, short-term rental committee): Opposed the Master Plan Committee's proposal to ban STRs in residential areas, arguing it would likely trigger litigation similar to Clark County's lawsuit. He recommended waiting for court decisions before making changes. - Ronald Shackleford: Cautioned against a major zoning change that could expose the city to lawsuits, suggesting the city wait for court outcomes on short-term rental cases. - Dave Alwig: Recommended keeping the conditional use permit process for STRs rather than moving to permitted use, citing transparency. - Jeff Reynolds: Expressed support for treating STRs like commercial businesses and limiting them to commercial zones. - Karen Dukowski (Master Plan Committee member): Argued that STRs are businesses, not homes, and that code enforcement should be more proactive. - Mary Gleason: Requested monthly staff reports on STR approvals and complaints if the ordinance is adopted. - Doris Crystal Air: Asked if the new Smith's Marketplace would cause the existing store to close. The applicant's representative replied that the existing store will remain open as a neighborhood location. - Rick Magnus (Applicant representative): Thanked staff and stated that feedback from the neighborhood meeting would be incorporated into site planning. - Jeff Reynolds (again): Criticized the proposed police department review as a "band-aid" and urged a full criminal investigation before any policy review. - Dean Gallop (again): Called the police review proposal "baloney" and asserted that documented perjury by police officers warrants a criminal investigation by the Department of Public Safety or FBI. - Mike Benham (again): Stated he has been targeted with lies under oath and will contact the FBI. He commended volunteer police and called for an investigation like the one in Reno. - David Wellwick: Urged the council to not pass the police review proposal, arguing it appears as intimidation. He advocated settling the police contract first and then conducting a proper review. - Bob Bradbury: Recommended contacting the Attorney General, FBI, or state police to investigate allegations of corruption and wrongdoing in the police department. - Wes Boger (former council member): Claimed police officers are being misled and that a law enforcement investigation is needed, not a policy review. He offered to share his notes with the council. - Rylan Longman (spouse of a police officer): Asked the council to fairly compensate officers after 15 months without a new contract, emphasizing the human impact on families. - Other public comments: Included concerns about the police contract, the city manager's competency, and support for the upcoming homecoming parade. Discussion Items - National Arts and Humanities Month Proclamation: Mary Mathis presented the proclamation for October 2026, highlighting the Second Saturday Community Art Walk and other arts events. The council accepted the proclamation. - Master Plan Committee Presentation (Item 3.2): John Rosen presented an alternative to the current vacation home rental regulations, proposing to remove short-term rentals (STRs) from all residential zones and allow them only in commercial, hotel/tourist, and central business districts. Current STRs would be grandfathered. Council debated legal risks, particularly regarding AB 363 (which applies after the 2030 census at 25,000 population). Councilman Wanless noted STRs have won in court so far, and City Attorney Adam stated a complete residential ban would likely conflict with AB 363 when it applies. Councilwoman Fielding opposed changing STRs to commercial zones. The council voted to accept the presentation but not adopt the proposed modifications to Title 9 Chapter 7. Motion passed (4-1 with Councilman Wanless dissenting? Actually vote was unanimous? Transcript says "One mess and a sign. LOI" - unclear, but motion passed.) - GIS Interlocal Agreement (Item 4.1): Ryan Cameron explained the three-year contract with Clark County for data sharing and aerial imagery. Cost is approximately $1,914.38. Council approved Resolution R26-025. - Canyon Crest Boulevard Improvements (Item 4.2): Travis presented Resolution R26-023 for phase two design (Oasis Blvd to Mesquite Heights Rd), 100% reimbursed by RTC. Approved. - Falcon Ridge Parkway & Bertha Howe Avenue Traffic Signal (Item 4.3): Travis presented Resolution R26-024 for design of a new traffic signal at the hospital intersection, 100% reimbursed by RTC. Approved unanimously. - Adoption of Bill as Ordinance B26-007 (Item 6.1): The council considered making STRs a permitted use (instead of conditional use) in residential zones where HOA CC&Rs allow. After public hearing and debate, the council approved the ordinance. (Motion by Councilwoman Fielding, seconded, passed.) - Zoning Change for Medical Center (Item 7.1): Proposed rezoning 10.82 acres from high-density multifamily residential to general commercial for a Smith's Marketplace. Applicant Rick Magnus confirmed the existing Smith's will remain open. The Falcon Ridge Community Association board supported the change. Council approved the zoning map amendment (Resolution R26-026). - Conditional Use Permit for Short-Term Rental at 935 Valley View Drive (Item 7.2): Dan Catron presented the request. Questions arose about unfinished bedrooms, but staff explained the permit is for land use, and the business license will require compliance with bedroom counts. The council approved the conditional use permit. - Independent Review of Police Department (Item 7.3): Rebecca presented two proposals: CPSM ($49,889 + travel) and 65th North Group ($49,800 all-inclusive for police and HR review). Councilwoman Gallow strongly opposed, arguing policies are not the problem and the proposal does not address personnel issues or criminal allegations. Other public commenters also opposed, calling for a criminal investigation instead. Councilman Ennis moved to table the item for further research. The motion to table passed (Councilwoman Fielding seconded, vote 4-1 with Councilman Wanless possibly dissenting? Transcript says "Galloway. One." - uncertain, but tabled.) Key Outcomes - Consent Agenda approved as a whole. - Master Plan Committee Presentation accepted without adopting proposed changes to Title 9 Chapter 7 (motion passed). - Resolution R26-025 (GIS Interlocal) approved. - Resolution R26-023 (Canyon Crest Phase 2 Design) approved. - Resolution R26-024 (Traffic Signal Design) approved. - Bill as Ordinance B26-007 (Vacation Home Rentals) adopted, allowing STRs as permitted use (subject to CC&Rs). - Zoning Change ZCM-26-002 approved (Smith's Marketplace site). - Conditional Use Permit CUP-26-017 approved for 935 Valley View Drive short-term rental. - Independent Review of Police Department motion to table passed; item will be revisited after further research.