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The Dunedin City Commission held a special meeting on September 17, 2026, at 12:30 p.m. at Dunedin City Hall, 737 Louden Avenue, to review the FY 2027 Contingency Plan and the potential effects of Amendment 3, a November 2026 property tax reform ballot measure. Staff sought discussion and consensus direction, not final decisions; another workshop was scheduled for the second week of October. Mayor Maureen “Moe” Freaney presided, with Vice Mayor Robert Walker and Commissioners Jeff Gow, Tom Dugard, and Steven Sandbergen present. City Manager Jennifer Bramley, Finance Director Les Tyler, and department directors presented. Opening Remarks and Property Tax Reform - City Manager Bramley said the Contingency Plan is Dunedin’s first step in preparing for Amendment 3, cutting approximately $3.0 million from the FY 2027 budget beginning January 1, 2027, covering the first nine months through September 30, 2027. - Estimated revenue losses: FY 2028 ad valorem reduction of $3.7 million plus $1.0 million in county roll-down impacts; FY 2029 ad valorem loss of $6.1 million plus $1.5 million, for a total annual loss of $7.6 million beginning FY 2029. - Amendment 3 would raise the homestead exemption for non-school taxes to $150,000 in FY 2028 and $250,000 in FY 2029. The total estimated revenue reduction, including roll-down effects on Library Coop revenue, County Fire Protection, and County EMS revenue, is $4,755,710 in FY 2028 and $7,634,410 in FY 2029. - Staff noted the plan assumes no millage rate increase and no new fire assessment revenue; if Amendment 3 fails, parts of the plan would still be implemented, mainly through attrition. Department Contingency Plan Summaries - City Attorney: $25,000 reduction in legal services; staff called it a manageable, low-risk cut. - City Commission: $133,750 total, including $16,000 from the Holiday Banquet, $4,500 from managing the strategic plan internally, and $104,250 by reducing Aid to Organizations grants by 50%, affecting civic partners (Dunedin Fine Arts, Dunedin Historical Society, Dunedin Cares) and other grant recipients. - City Manager: $88,335 and 1 FTE eliminated by not filling the vacant Grant Writer position; also $38,000 from the Public Art Master Plan and $20,000 from the Resiliency and Sustainability Rebate Program. The Grant Writer had applied for 38 grants totaling $40 million, with 9 awarded totaling just over $8 million and 7 outstanding totaling $18 million. City Manager Bramley explained the city needs grant administration capacity more than new grant applications; Commissioner Dugard sharply questioned the cut. - Communications: $47,600, including $18,600 by discontinuing Spectrum PEG channels, $9,000 in closed captioning (with ADA compliance concerns and a free YouTube alternative being explored), $10,000 from Visit Dunedin, and $10,000 from other video/drone services. - Community Development: $151,800, including reallocation of personnel to the Building Fund, $15,000 by shifting transportation peer-review costs to developers, $20,000 from abatement activities, $5,000 from historic plaques, and elimination of the $50,000 Solar Rebate Program. Minutes give the historic plaque cost as approximately $500; the transcript includes a figure of about $1,200. - Economic & Housing Development: $42,135, mostly reallocation to the CRA Fund and minor reductions to Chamber/Visit Dunedin support. - Finance: $82,570 by eliminating the vacant Buyer position (1 FTE). - Fire Rescue: $368,720, with a $50,280 revenue decrease, $147,000 in personnel savings from tuition reimbursement and lowering minimum staffing from 15 to 12 per shift, $196,000 in operating savings (reserve engine overhaul, free smoke alarm program, training), and $76,000 in other savings. Chief Handoga warned response times will increase after November if Engine 60 loses ALS status, Truck 62 can be browned out, and the ISO Class 2 rating may be jeopardized. Staffing cannot be reduced until March 2028 due to the SAFER Grant. - Human Resources: $35,850, cutting employee engagement activities and training. - IT Services: $112,000 from license, repair, and equipment savings. - Library: $372,050 and 4.2 FTE, with the library closed on Saturdays and reductions to books/digital resources. Library Director Gorshe said Friday and Saturday are the lowest attendance days and evening hours remain. - Public Works Facilities: $309,030 and 2 FTE, including custodial contract reductions and deferred maintenance. - Public Works Streets: $293,985 and 2 FTE, plus one position transferred to Stormwater; resurfacing and pothole repair are not cut in FY 2027. - Parks & Recreation: The submitted plan totaled about $1.8 million, including $262,800 in revenue increases, $619,190 in personnel impacts, $879,050 in operating impacts, and $100,000 in other savings. Proposed FTE reductions were 11.36, most from Aquatics (7.36). Divisional totals included Stirling Park & Driving Range ($147,790), Aquatics ($528,520), Athletics ($31,150), Community Center ($220,250), MLK Center ($81,565), Hale Center ($58,100), Nature Center ($18,000), Registration ID ($32,700), Special Events ($224,750), Youth Services ($169,385), Parks & Recreation Admin ($10,700), and Parks Maintenance ($338,130). - Two scenarios were presented to reach the $1.3 million department goal: - Scenario 1, Pool Remains Open: $1,332,520 in savings and 4.0 FTE reductions. - Scenario 2, Pool Closes Until the Aquatic Complex Is Complete: $1,335,840 in savings and 11.36 FTE reductions, with some restored funding for Community Center, MLK, Hale, Youth Services, and Parks Maintenance. - The FY 2027 Aquatics budget is $886,060, including $300,000 in repairs needed to keep the pool open; another $1.3 million in operating costs would be needed until construction begins. Pool use data showed drop-in/daily admission made up 48% of attendance, and a survey found reluctance to use the pool due to its condition and age. Full Impact of Amendment 3 and Revenue Recovery - Additional reductions of $4.6 million would be needed to reach the estimated $7.6 million annual loss in FY 2029, mostly in labor. A sample allocation would reduce 44 FTE positions across departments, including Fire (6.00 FTE), Parks & Recreation (15.00), Library (4.50), Facilities (5.00), and Streets (3.00). - Law Enforcement reductions would be determined through the Pinellas County Sheriff’s contract; using the current contract as an estimate, reductions could include 4 deputies, half of traffic enforcement, and fewer crossing guards. - Combined FY 2027 reductions are shown as $3,398,665 and 21.56 FTE in the first phase, $4.6 million and 44.00 FTE in FY 2029, and $7,998,665 and 65.56 FTE total. - Context: total city property tax revenue is $18.7 million; law enforcement costs are $6.5 million and Fire Rescue costs $14.7 million, totaling $21.2 million. Annual net costs include Library $2.7 million, Parks Maintenance $5.4 million, Aquatics $786,000, and Community Center $935,000. - Future effects discussed included sunsetting the Public Art Consultant and Ready for 100, reducing paid parental leave, furloughs or reduced merit increases, possible Engine 60/Truck 62 consolidation, and closure of a recreation center. - Revenue recovery options: a fire assessment (consultant contract was to be considered at the regular meeting that evening), increasing the millage rate, full cost recovery for special events/vendor MOT contracts, and higher user fees. Public Comments & Testimony - Catherine Harvey, Chair of the Board of Finance, said the Board generally agreed with the plan but recommended reviewing the Fleet Program: nearly $2 million in FY 2027 for 38 replacement vehicles, 21 charged to General Fund departments. She recommended selling/reviewing administrative vehicles and reimbursing mileage, speeding up credit card fee recovery, evaluating senior programming relocation from the Hale Center, and reviewing library hours. The Board supported Scenario 2 (closing the pool) and disagreed with eliminating the Grant Writer position, citing the $8 million in grants generated. - Marc Allison, Pinellas County Schools Athletic Director, asked to be included in pool discussions, noting Clearwater High School’s pool is down and four schools have already been displaced. - Linda Corliss of 239 Park Circle S., a swimmer, opposed a five-year pool closure and asked the city to seek a Long Center arrangement for Dunedin residents. - Karen Gallagher of 1701 Pinehurst Rd., 24-A, urged the city not to lose community amenities because they drew her family to Dunedin and youth activities prevent crime. - Bob Durr of 800 Main St. asked about Weaver Park’s pier; the Mayor directed him to Parks & Recreation Director Mulkey. - Chris Settle, Dunedin High School Assistant Principal, offered a partnership on pool use, noting 20–25 swim and dive athletes and 2–4 state-level competitors. Key Outcomes - No formal votes were taken; the Commission agreed to postpone final pool and contingency decisions until a second workshop in the second week of October, before the November election. - Staff will prepare follow-up materials: a list of efficiencies that should be implemented immediately, grant match data, total department budgets compared with proposed cuts, historic plaque options, monitoring plans for the contingency plan, and the surplus-property sale process. - The School Board and Pinellas County Schools will be included in further pool discussions. - Commissioners expressed differing positions: Commissioner Gow called the exercise useful and asked whether the pool could reopen if Amendment 3 fails; Commissioner Dugard called the process unproductive and said cuts would destroy “multipliers” and harm youth; Vice Mayor Walker supported the analysis but worried about unintended consequences and the pool never returning; Commissioner Sandbergen said voters have been educated and some changes are unavoidable; Mayor Freaney emphasized the trade-offs, public safety priorities, and the need to reimagine and right-size city services if Amendment 3 passes. - The meeting adjourned at 3:10 p.m. The Commission was scheduled to adopt the FY 2027 budget and final millage rate at the regular meeting later that day.

The Los Alamos County Library Board met on September 17, 2026, at 5:30 PM. The meeting included routine approvals, appointment of a new liaison, a comprehensive presentation on Community Services Department accomplishments, and updates from the Library Manager including a demonstration of the new online catalog system. Consent Calendar - Review and approval of July 6th Library Board minutes: Motion to approve was made, seconded, and passed unanimously. Discussion Items - Liaison to Friends of the Library: Michelle stepped down due to term limits. Katie Jones was elected by the board as the new liaison. The term is one year, and meetings are typically monthly via Zoom at lunchtime. Katie expressed she could likely attend but could not guarantee 100%. - Community Services Department Year-in-Review: Chelsea Ashraft, Senior Management Analyst, presented a slide-based overview covering the past year's accomplishments across the department, emphasizing alignment with council strategic goals. Key topics included: Gold Medal Award finalist status for the second year; CAPRA accreditation maintenance; staff recruitment and retention; community engagement efforts (16 listening sessions, 6 surveys); social media reach (1.5 million views for CSD, 340,000 for library accounts); infrastructure projects (golf course fully operational, 37th Street Playlot and Pinyon Park playgrounds completed, Brewer Arena renovations at 90%, Aquatic Center pool resurfacing, Mesa Public Library outdoor classroom redesign due to utility line discovery, artificial turf study, North Mesa Recreation Master Plan approval, Guaje Pines Cemetery Master Plan, picnic grounds master plan, Bayo Canyon Trailhead design, Urban Park renovations, Mesa Trail renovation, Dinosaur Park and Grand Canyon playlots design); volunteer hours; community health plan expansion; Night to Remember event; art mosaic; after-school partnerships; nature-based wellness (25 certified forest therapy guides); adaptive swim lessons; new library digital resources (Craft & Hobby, Get Set Up); Discover series in White Rock; Atomicon event (attendance doubled); author talk with Jason DeLeon; TransRockies mountain bike race; downhill derby; Mudfest (added teenage bracket); hockey tournaments; community traditions (Santa's Workshop, Pumpkin Splash, dive-in movies, dessert dance); inclusion and accessibility upgrades (golf course ADA improvements, ADA-focused playgrounds); open space and trails management plan; sustainability (robotic mowers, battery-powered tools, book donations). A board member asked for details on Brewer Arena upgrades: the grandstands were demolished due to worse-than-expected condition, and new larger ADA-accessible grandstands and a renovated crow's nest will be completed by next year's rodeo. The presentation was well received; board members expressed interest in continuing this annual update. - Chair's Report: Chair provided a report covering the last quarter, noting he missed the Board and Commission luncheon due to illness. Reported on Community Services survey outreach and promotion at concerts, and Atomicon. - Friends of the Library Liaison Report: Michelle was absent, and the new liaison Katie will provide updates in the future. - Library Manager's Report: Manager reported that two library board positions were filled (Katie and Michelle continuing), but one vacancy remains. August statistics: print circulation 24,273, digital circulation 9,926 (29% of total 34,199), 23 programs with total attendance 2,656 (majority from Atomicon, which doubled attendance). Upcoming programs: Wednesday Create & Paint events with JAB, author talk with New Mexico Poet Laureate Manuel Gonzalez on September 19, life drawing session in White Rock on September 24. EV charging stations at Mesa Library still awaiting commissioning (deadline October 8). Software migration to Aspen catalog (go-live October 1) is progressing; public notification began this week. Staffing is fully staffed. Patron compliments included one calling the library "world-class" and another calling Atomicon "amazing." Two patrons requested outdoor lockers for White Rock, which are planned after migration. - Catalog Demonstration: Richelle demonstrated the new Aspen Discovery layer catalog, highlighting: browse categories on the landing page (can be customized for displays); integration with events calendar; online card registration; purchase suggestions and interlibrary loan; saved searches; combined search of physical and digital resources; ability to place holds, change pickup location (including lockers), and manage account; link accounts feature for families; reading history control; star ratings (visible to other users after three ratings, then recommendations generated); availability filters; reading lists; events with registration. Staff completed training last week. The system is open-source with monthly updates. During migration (approx. Sept. 28-30), patrons will not be able to place holds for a couple of days, but checkout offline will be available; items returned will be held and checked in after go-live. Board members asked about SMS reminders for events (not currently available but may be added in future releases) and about searching for only available items (demonstrated "Available Now" facet). Key Outcomes - Approved: The July 6th Library Board minutes (unanimous). - Elected: Katie Jones as the new liaison to the Friends of the Library (unanimous). - No other formal votes were taken; the remainder were reports and informational items. - Next meeting: October 5, 2026, at the Municipal Building. The location was questioned due to potential overlap with early voting; the chair will verify and make alternative arrangements if needed (White Rock branch reading room was suggested as a backup).

The Marion County Community Corrections Advisory Board met on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 12:09 p.m. in Room T-260 of the City-County Building in Indianapolis, with Chair Carlette Duffy (CFO, Office of Public Health and Safety) presiding. The board did not have a quorum, so the only action item on the agenda - approval of the August 20, 2026, meeting minutes - was tabled. Executive Director Scott Hohl (listed on the agenda; the transcript refers to him as both "Director Hall" and "Director Scott Hope") presented agency updates. The meeting adjourned after a second roll call; the next meeting is set for Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. in Room T-260. Call to Order, Roll Call & Quorum - The meeting was called to order at 12:09 p.m.; no quorum was initially present, so the minutes vote was tabled pending a possible quorum after the agency update. - The board's newest member was introduced: a 26-year veteran of the Indiana Department of Correction who is executive director of MCDC (Moving in Community Development Corporation) and Hydra House, Inc., organizations providing transitional housing, reentry services, case management, and peer recovery. He noted that the judge who granted his community corrections later served alongside him on the board. - Members present during the final roll call: Natrina Debo (Community Advocate, city-county council appointee), Bailey Renchief (Board Counsel), Ray Casanova (Chief Public Defender, Marion County), Anita Hall (Community Liaison), Shazany Common Millar (Community Representative), and Carlette Duffy (Chair). - The board discussed that the quorum requirement had been reduced from 12 to 7 members. At the second roll call, fewer than 7 voting members were present, so the board still did not have a quorum and no votes were held. Discussion Items - Agency Updates (Executive Director Scott Hohl) Population and voter registration - The community corrections population is approximately 3,200-3,300, consistent with recent months. - Several dozen individuals - short of the 100-person target - registered to vote across five voter registration dates this fall. Common Cause will discuss a voter plan with clients, and transportation will be arranged on one of the last two Sundays before election day for early voting, likely to the City-County Building. Director Hohl noted this is especially important for clients working 12-hour shifts at the Duval facility, given Indiana's tight election-day voting window. - Director Hohl voiced strong support for the voting initiative: "there's nothing like being able to express your voice through your vote to say that this is my community, and then when you see something as being yours, then you want to protect it." Budget and user fees - The agency presented its budget to the council committee and submitted a formal request for an additional $1.5 million to eliminate user fees in Marion County. A budget review and analysis is scheduled for September 30, 2026, with the final vote expected in early to mid-October. Director Hohl stated that without the additional funding, user fees could not be eliminated, although drug-testing fee options might be explored. - The DLC grant was reduced by $250,000 (a 40 percent cut). Director Hohl stated the cut will not affect staffing levels, salaries, or client services, but will likely reduce staff training; he noted that outcomes have improved alongside training investments and "I do not believe in coincidences." - Director Hohl mentioned the possibility of a "true up" of additional state dollars authorized earlier this summer, noting that if such funds arrive for Marion County, two to three currently unfunded problem-solving courts would likely be a priority. Dubhouse treatment contract - The agency is finalizing a contract with Dubhouse, a treatment provider whose expanded new facility will serve women. The contract will launch with 4-6 beds and scale to 10-12; six individuals were at the Crane facility when the prior contract ended. Final steps include completing staff training, confirming a start date, and notifying public defender, prosecutor, and court partners. The contract is expected to be presented to the board for a vote in October. Translation services - On Monday, September 14, 2026, the state informed the agency it would no longer contract with the current vendor for over-the-phone translation services (in-person services continue unchanged). The agency identified a new vendor whose rates are actually cheaper; a one- to two-week service gap may occur before the new contract is in place. - Director Hohl stated that while the state contract offers a better fiscal rate, the agency must weigh whether the cost savings are worth the operational uncertainty, and whether to maintain its own internal contract going forward. The new contract will be brought to the board for a vote next month. Key Outcomes - No votes were taken. The board lacked a quorum, and approval of the August 20, 2026, meeting minutes was tabled. - The Dubhouse contract and the new over-the-phone translation services contract are expected to be presented for board approval at the next meeting. - Next meeting: Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. in Room T-260, City-County Building.

This hearing, presided over by Hearing Officer John 2 on behalf of Planning, Building and Code Enforcement Director Christopher Burton, convened via Zoom. The agenda included a deferral period (none requested), approval of three consent calendar items, and one item moved to public hearing due to a public comment. The meeting adjourned after action on all items. Consent Calendar - Item 3A (PD 25-001 & ER25-004): Plan development permit for retaining walls up to 5.5 feet in height at 5480 Country Club Parkway. Approved unanimously. - Item 3C (SP26-013 & ER26-090): Special use permit for a banquet hall in an existing commercial building at 1654 Bretad Drive. The applicant proposed minor plan changes (removal of bicycle parking, addition of accessible seating, updated plan date) which were accepted as clarifications. Approved unanimously. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 3B (SP26-012 & ER26-080) – Rolling Glen Court retaining wall: A caller (phone number ending in 313) expressed concern that the proposed five-foot retaining wall could cause cracking to their swimming pool and foundation damage due to soil liquidity. They requested that their concern be recorded. Applicant Edic Lazar responded that the retaining wall is located 70 feet from the neighbor’s property and on the south side, not the north side. He cited a soil report (Section 7.4) showing no evidence of landslides and noted that the wall would reduce the natural slope from 14% to 6.5%, improving stability. He stated the engineering firm reviewing the plans had confirmed safety. Discussion Items - Item 3B moved to public hearing: After a member of the public requested to speak, the hearing officer moved this item from the consent calendar to the public hearing. Staff presented the proposal: a special use permit for a retaining wall up to five feet in height in the side yard of a proposed single-family residence at Rolling Glen Court. The project complies with zoning, has geological hazard clearance from Public Works, and is exempt from CEQA under Section 15303. The hearing officer acknowledged the public’s concern and explained that the permit includes conditions requiring further engineering review by Public Works before construction can begin, ensuring compliance with state and city standards. Key Outcomes - Consent Calendar Approvals: Items 3A and 3C were approved as part of the consent calendar (no vote tally recorded, but approved unanimously). - Approval of Item 3B: After public testimony and applicant response, the hearing officer approved the special use permit (SP26-012) for the retaining wall, finding the conditions sufficient to address safety concerns. - Next steps: The applicant must obtain a grading permit from Public Works before construction, which will involve further engineering review.

The Pittsburgh City Council held a public hearing on Thursday, September 17, 2026, to consider Bill 2025-2224, which would rezone three parcels in the Banksville neighborhood from RM-M (Residential Multi-Unit Moderate Density), P (Park), and R1D-L (Residential Single-Unit Detached Low Density) to RP (Residential Planned Unit Development). The rezoning is intended to facilitate the "Golden Horizons" development. The Planning Commission issued a positive recommendation on July 28, 2026, with a condition that the legislation be amended by a substitute with attached text. Public Comments & Testimony - First speaker (name not stated): Raised considerations regarding disability accessibility for the proposed senior community. The speaker noted that the development's townhouses will include elevators, which is a remarkable accessibility feature, but emphasized the need to comply with the Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 design requirements, such as door widths and clear floor space. They also questioned whether the planned pool would have a lift for independent entry. The speaker explicitly stated they were not voicing support or opposition, nor alleging housing discrimination, but simply raising awareness about physical accessibility in new construction. - Thomas W. Keisle (2675 Winchester Drive, Banksville): Expressed that he is not against the project and supports housing development, but raised specific concerns about the placement of amenities. He noted that the pool, clubhouse, two pickleball courts, and a 29-car parking lot are all located in the one corner that abuts his property, despite the site being 26 acres. He estimated the pickleball courts would be about 50 feet from his home, and cited an American Planning Association study recommending setbacks of at least 250 feet for pickleball courts due to noise. He also mentioned that 79% of the land remains green, but most of it is on the hill away from the three adjacent houses. He works from home and is concerned about the noise from pickleball, which involves a loud "crack" sound. Discussion Items - Council members (presumably sponsors Council Members Kail-Smith and Salinetro) thanked the public speakers and described the legislation as a simple rezoning of three parcels to a single Residential Planned Unit Development district. No further deliberation was held. Key Outcomes - The public hearing was conducted as required, and the bill was subsequently referred to the Committee on Land Use and Economic Development. - The Planning Commission's positive recommendation with the condition to amend by substitute remains attached to the bill for further committee consideration.

The Fresno City Council met in regular session on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 2600 Fresno Street. Roll call was taken at 9:11 a.m. with six members present: Council President Nelson Esparza and Councilmembers Annalisa Perea, Mike Karbassi, Miguel Angel Arias, Brandon Vang, and Nick Richardson. Vice President Tyler Maxwell was absent due to a family emergency. The meeting included numerous ceremonial proclamations, public hearings on a right-of-way vacation, the annual CAPER report, a historic property designation, and an appearance by a resident regarding Republic Services. The consent calendar was approved with modifications, and two contested consent items were individually considered. The council recessed into closed session at 11:58 a.m. to discuss labor negotiations, existing and anticipated litigation, and performance evaluations for the City Attorney and City Clerk. Consent Calendar - Approved minutes from June 11, June 16, June 23, and September 3, 2026. - Authorized acceptance of $1,440,788 in Proposition 64 grant funding for the City Attorney’s Office and $6,000,000 for the Police Department. - Adopted a resolution supporting Proposition 1, the Veterans and Affordable Housing Bond Act of 2026 (Councilmember Richardson voted no; approved 5-1). - Approved a $561,370 consultant services agreement with CSDA Design Group for noise abatement at Fresno Yosemite International Airport. - Approved Amendment No. 17 with ERM-West, Inc. for environmental support services at the airport (not to exceed $1,196,236). - Named the “Carnegie Library Garage.” - Awarded a $1,173,537 construction contract to American Paving Co. for the Van Ness Boulevard and Clinton Avenue Traffic Signal Modification Project. - Adopted the 15th Amendment to the Annual Appropriation Resolution, appropriating $3,365,600. - Approved a Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement with State Center Community College District for a Fire Regional Training Center. - Approved a three-year lease with Signature Flight Support LLC for the Police Department’s Air Support Unit ($54,768 annually). - Delegated authority to the City Manager for Cycle Two of the Expanded Access to Arts and Culture Grant Program (up to $165,000) – moved to contested consent, then approved. - Approved a second amendment to the service agreement with Poverello House for mobile shower and restroom operations ($243,000) – moved to contested consent, then approved. - Various other routine items including street vacations, appointments, grant applications, and contracts. Public Comments & Testimony - Neil O’Brien (District 6 resident): Provided detailed testimony regarding Republic Services’ failure to collect waste, billing for fees not in the franchise agreement, and discrepancies between publicly claimed GPS/AI tracking and the actual complaint log. He requested the city serve a 24-hour notice of inspection, direct Republic to stop unauthorized fees and refund past charges, and assess liquidated damages. - Brandi Nuse-Villegas: Commented on the PY 2025 CAPER, expressing appreciation for continued funding of programs like the Boys and Girls Club and human trafficking prevention, and urged increased investment in rental assistance, permanent housing, and safe parking for people living in vehicles. - Kelvin Scott, Pastor Monte Mitchell (Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church), and Lisa Flores: Spoke in favor of the historic designation for 207 E San Joaquin Street, noting the church’s 100-year history, community service, and plans to expand kitchen facilities. - Nikki Real: Expressed support for added accountability in the mobile showers contract and noted concerns about administrative costs versus direct assistance for homeless individuals. - Lisa Flores: Criticized the timing of agenda publication, requesting earlier release to improve public access, and noted she did not receive the agenda until after the meeting started. - Unscheduled Communication (various speakers): Glenn Harrington discussed epilepsy awareness and offered free training by the Epilepsy Foundation of Northern California. Joseph Rodriguez, Alfred Aldrete, and Crystal Rocha urged the council to end the flock camera contract, citing privacy concerns and non-compliance with public records requests for audit logs. Discussion Items - 9:10 a.m. – Right-of-Way Vacation for Dolores Huerta Park: Heard at 11:23 a.m. No public comments. Councilmember Perea noted this is one of the last steps needed for a planned groundbreaking by the end of 2026. Resolution adopted unanimously (6-0). - 9:15 a.m. 1 – PY 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER): Heard at 11:24 a.m. Public comment received from Brandi Nuse-Villegas. No council discussion. Approved (5-0; Councilmembers Arias and Maxwell absent). - 9:20 a.m. – Historic Designation for 207 E San Joaquin Street: Heard at 11:09 a.m. Speakers from Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church testified in support. Councilmember Arias highlighted the church’s 100-year history and its perseverance after being relocated for the construction of State Route 99. Resolution adopted unanimously (6-0). - 10:00 a.m. – Appearance by Neil O’Brien regarding Republic Services: O’Brien presented evidence of service failures and billing issues. Council took no immediate action but acknowledged the concerns. - Contested Consent: Item 2-L – Expanded Access to Arts and Culture Grant Program: Councilmember Arias requested and received the names of five grantees that declined award money and confirmation of three contracts exceeding $50,000 requiring City Manager approval. Approved (6-0). - Contested Consent: Item 2-M – Poverello House Mobile Shower and Restroom Operations: Councilmember Arias inquired about the status of the second mobile shower trailer damaged in a traffic accident. Staff reported it was deemed a total loss; operations will continue with one trailer, and a replacement is expected within 6–12 months. Approved (6-0). Key Outcomes - Resolution 2026-211 vacating portions of city-owned right-of-way for Dolores Huerta Park: adopted (6-0). - PY 2025 CAPER approved and authorized for submission to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (5-0). - Resolution 2026-212 designating 207 E San Joaquin Street to the Local Register of Historic Resources: adopted (6-0). - Consent calendar approved as amended (6-0). Annexation No. 75 (CFD No. 9) continued to October 22, 2026, at 9:15 a.m. Items 2-L and 2-M moved to contested consent and approved. - Item 2-U (appointments to the Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board) tabled. - Certain agenda items continued by staff: the Central Southeast Area Specific Plan (item ID 26-1054) and the Plan Amendment for approximately 55.31 acres in Southwest Fresno (item ID 26-1055) were continued to October 22, 2026, at 3:55 p.m. and 4:00 p.m., respectively. - The council recessed into closed session at 11:58 a.m. to discuss labor negotiations, existing litigation (Richard Fitzgerald v. City of Fresno; Tutelian & Company, Inc. v. City of Fresno), anticipated litigation (2 potential cases), and public employee performance evaluations for the City Attorney and City Clerk. No open-session announcements were made following closed session. The meeting adjourned from open session at 3:25 p.m. and from closed session at 5:00 p.m. Additional Information - The meeting began with ceremonial proclamations recognizing the Valley Volleyball Academy, Pet of the Quarter (a Chihuahua mix named Selena), California Native American Day, Orange Shirt Day (honoring residential school survivors), Constitution Week, BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir of Fresno (25th anniversary), Fresno State Bulldog Marching Band Centennial Celebration, Dolly Parton Day (September 25, 2026), and the Hmong Nurses Association – Fresno Chapter (8th anniversary). - Councilmember reports included updates on Movies in the Park, Fiestas Patrias, repaving projects, parking enforcement downtown, memorials for a recent aviation accident, and suicide awareness. Mayor Dyer announced that his chief of staff was returning from Sacramento with $100 million in state infrastructure funds, bringing the total for downtown improvements to $250 million. City Manager White reported on a multi-jurisdictional response to the Sierra Sky Park incident and coordinated with Councilmember Arias on parking concerns.

On September 17, 2026, the Clark County District Attorney's Office held a public fact-finding review concerning the officer-involved death of Bruce Ayer on June 26, 2025, following its preliminary determination that no criminal prosecution of the officers involved is appropriate. Mandy McKeller presided; Chief Deputy District Attorney Morgan Thomas presented the findings. The review was not a trial, and no formal determination of the manner or cause of death was rendered. Legal Context and Procedure - The review was required by Clark County Ordinance Chapter 2.12 after the DA's preliminary determination of no criminal prosecution. - The reviewing officer controlled the presentation and determined which witnesses to call; the ordinance provides no subpoena power and does not allow other parties to call witnesses. - Public attendees could submit proposed written questions on forms provided in the room. - Michael Triano, appointed by the Clark County Manager as ombudsman to represent the public and the Ayer family, was given the opportunity to ask questions; the DA's office provided him materials before the hearing. - A recording of the review was announced as available on the Clark County website. Incident Overview - On Thursday, June 26, 2025, at approximately 0700 hours, Henderson Police Department SWAT officers executed a search warrant at a residence announced over loudspeaker as 3881 Costa Colorado (the detective referred to it as Casa Colorado). - The property unit had responded to several similar burglaries in the same neighborhood over the prior months, including one on June 25, 2025, at approximately 1741 hours, targeting similar residences. - Officer Stevens was the first officer through the front door as part of the first entry cell. Witnesses in the living room – Douglas Palmbrandt, Maggie, and Larissa – were present; Bruce Ayer was sleeping on the floor. Maggie heard the loudspeaker announcement and the SWAT flashbangs; she and Larissa said Mr. Ayer used to own firearms but they did not believe any were in the residence. Larissa said Mr. Ayer came from the kitchen asking for a cigarette. Another witness, Maya, told a detective Mr. Ayer was not suicidal. - A SWAT officer who heard the two gunshots described the object held by Mr. Ayer as appearing to be a small semi-automatic handgun – possibly a mock blue gun spray-painted black – but stated he was 100 percent certain it resembled a gun, especially if pointed at him. - After the shooting, SWAT officers Melchit and Cohut, who have advanced medical training, provided aid. Bruce Gregory Ayer, born January 18, 1954, died at the scene. (The transcript spells the surname both Ayer and Eyre.) - The detective testified that, to his knowledge, no contact was made with occupants other than the loudspeaker announcement; a questioner characterized the timeframe as less than 30 seconds between the announcement and the breach and pressed whether landline or cellular phone outreach should have been attempted. The detective said he was not privy to that information and did not believe other attempts were made. Investigation Findings - The testifying Henderson Police Department detective served as the primary case agent and supervised a team of detectives; evidence included Officer Stevens's body-worn camera footage, hundreds of crime scene photographs, and drone footage. - Officer Stevens did not provide a statement or walkthrough. The detective testified that supervisors remove and secure officers' body cameras and that involved officers are separated from investigators; witness officers are required to give statements. The detective did not know whether Officer Stevens or his attorney or union representative reviewed body-cam footage before he decided not to speak. - All but two witnesses or involved officers had received Crisis Intervention Training (CIT). - The detective stated that the toxicology report showed Mr. Ayer tested positive for controlled substances; the DA explained that methamphetamine use can cause atypical behavior, hallucinations, and erratic conduct inconsistent with a person's normal character. The detective also testified that the department performed only a presumptive drug test, not a thorough toxicology, and described that result as 'clear'; the transcript does not resolve the apparent tension between these statements. - The detective was present at the autopsy to observe, document, and consult with the forensic pathologist on ballistics, trajectories, and entrance wounds. - The detective stated that a post-shooting test is conducted on involved officers, although he did not know the specifics and was never informed otherwise. - In public questioning, the detective said civilian witnesses do not review body-cam footage before interviews, that officers were not sequestered, that he did not know which investigators were present for witness interviews, and that he was not on scene at the time of the shooting, having arrived afterward. Key Outcomes - No formal determination regarding the manner or cause of Bruce Ayer's death was rendered; the review was informational only. - The DA's preliminary determination that no criminal prosecution of the officers involved is appropriate served as the stated basis for the review. - Officer Stevens declined to provide a statement or walkthrough. - The public record of the review was announced as available in full on the Clark County website.

Note: While the agenda and transcript indicate the meeting was called to order on September 16, 2026, the date is recorded here as September 17, 2026 per instruction. The Everett City Council met to discuss consent items, public comments, and action items including budget appropriations and the 41st Street to Rucker Avenue Corridor Phase 2 project. The meeting began with a land acknowledgment, a mayor’s proclamation for Larry O’Donnell Day, and updates on regional economic development and light rail. Public comment focused on transit consolidation, flock cameras, traffic safety, and the outdoor event center. The council passed consent items unanimously, advanced the budget ordinance to final reading, and approved the corridor phase 2 with a 6–1 vote after hearing public concerns. Consent Calendar - Adopted a resolution authorizing claims payable in the amount of $1,892,156.68 for the period of August 29, 2026 through September 4, 2026. - Approved a Professional Services Agreement with Trevor Justin Government Relations LLC through August 2027 for legislative advocacy. - Authorized the mayor to sign all necessary documents and agreements with Snohomish County for sex offender address and residency verification program services, accepting $101,000 in funds for the Everett Police Department. - All three items passed unanimously on a roll call vote. Public Comments & Testimony - Transit consolidation support: Raymond Stephenson (former mayor) expressed support for merging Everett Transit with Community Transit, citing the need for mass transportation and protection of employees. Alvaro, Yulisa, Sylvia, and Katie also spoke in favor, noting benefits such as more routes, longer hours, safety, and access to jobs and healthcare. Sulaine Altamirano (Snohomish County Transportation Coalition) highlighted barriers to transit access and the need for language-inclusive outreach, stating the consolidation is an important opportunity to improve transit. - Opposition to flock cameras: John Judge expressed strong opposition to automated license plate readers (Flock cameras), citing privacy concerns, potential abuse, fiscal liability from lawsuits, and parallel to surveillance states. He urged cancellation of the contract and a moratorium on such technology. - Traffic safety concerns: Janine Demaray described speeding on View Ridge and a related incident involving a minor, calling for speed bumps to improve safety. - Outdoor event center: Holly James requested public input updates, transparency on budget shortfalls, and consideration of competition from the Tulalip Tribes’ potential stadium. - Land acknowledgment and flock cameras: John Peoples opposed the land acknowledgment as “unfair defamation” and again called for removal of flock cameras; he also expressed support for ICE and data centers. - Opposition to transit consolidation: Duane Dill, an Everett Transit driver of 33 years, argued that Everett Transit remains viable and provides high-quality paratransit service, contrasting with a for-profit contractor (Transdev) and urging the council to keep Everett Transit. Discussion Items - Mayor’s comments: Mayor Franklin proclaimed September 12, 2026 as Larry O’Donnell Day, honoring his community service. She noted participation in a regional economic competitiveness strategy launch and highlighted the upcoming draft Environmental Impact Statement for Everett Link Light Rail. She emphasized that federal grants (30–40% of light rail funding) depend on increased local transit service, and that without bigger investment, transit service in Everett could decline by 2037. - Council comments: Councilmember Ryan thanked speakers and reported on a Port Gardner Neighborhood Association meeting. Councilmember Burbano covered a multicultural celebration and the September 19 opening of the community connection path at Walter E Hall. Councilmember Twee updated on the Pacific Avenue Gateway Mural Project (funded with ARPA dollars). Councilmember Weir reported on a tour of the water pollution control facility and upcoming community events. Councilmember Zarlingo reported on the Puget Sound Regional Council Transportation Policy Board, including discussions on the Cascadia High-Speed Rail Project and declining fuel tax revenues, and attended the Valley View neighborhood meeting. - Public Works update: Tom Hood (Public Works) responded to public concerns about the 41st Street to Rucker Avenue Corridor Phase 2. He clarified that the project also impacts West Marine View Drive and Pacific. Two alternatives exist: one eliminates the northwest corner building, the other the northeast corner building, both due to freight turning geometry. No federal funds are involved, but the city typically provides equivalent relocation assistance. An open house and further outreach will be conducted during final design. Key Outcomes - Approval of minutes from September 9, 2026: Passed 5–0–2 (Councilmember Twee and President Schwab abstained). - Consent items all passed unanimously (7–0). - Ordinance CB 2608-49 (2026 Revised City of Budget Appropriations) – second reading; third and final reading set for September 23, 2026. - Ordinance CB 2608-47 (41st Street to Rucker Avenue Corridor Phase 2) – third reading and final passage: passed 6–1 (Councilmember Ryan voted no). The ordinance creates a Special Improvement Project for design and construction, including potential property acquisition at the West Marine View Drive and Pacific intersection.