The Public Meeting Index

This strategic planning session of the Chattanooga City Council included a report from the city's appointee to the Fire and Police Pension Board and a presentation on a proposal to designate several properties and cemeteries as local historic landmarks. The meeting also addressed future agenda items, committee assignments, and ongoing ordinances. Pension Fund Report (Chris Hopkins, Council Appointee) - Chris Hopkins, the City Council appointee to the Chattanooga Police and Fire Pension Board, presented the fund's performance and status. He noted that the fund has made substantial progress since 2008, when it lost 31% in one year, and since its low point in 2018 when it was 46% funded. - Investment Performance: For the second quarter ending June 30, 2026, the fund returned 10.8% (net of fees), placing it in the top 6% of all public pension funds. Over the fiscal year, it ranked in the top 10%. The fund's three-year return placed it in the top quartile (22nd percentile). Over ten years, it remains in the top third even including bad years (2018, 2022). - Fund Size: The fund grew from $397 million at the start of the quarter to $437 million as of June 30, 2026, an all-time high. Unofficially, as of August it reached $445 million. - Cost Reduction: Total administrative fees have been reduced to 0.4% (40 basis points), down from higher levels, saving millions over time. The fund eliminated hedge fund exposure, which carried higher fees and illiquidity, and now about half of assets are indexed to low-cost benchmarks. - Funded Status: As of the most recent annual valuation (end of 2025), the market value funded ratio was 63.6%. The actuarial value (smoothed over five years) was about 65%. The unfunded accrued liability is approximately $248 million (total liability $629 million minus actuarial assets $381 million). - Targets: The 70% funded threshold (would allow partial restoration of cost-of-living adjustments, COLA) is projected for 2030, three years earlier than previously estimated. Full COLA (CPI up to 3%) is achievable at 80% funded, currently projected within 11 years. - City Contributions: The "normal cost" to maintain the plan if fully funded is about $11 million annually, with additional payments needed to close the gap. The city contributed $18 million last year to push the funded ratio above 60%. Councilman Henderson and Councilwoman Dodd requested forward-looking estimates of required contributions for budget planning. - Discussion: Hopkins addressed questions about life expectancy increases, PTSD claims, and retirement patterns. He noted that the actuarial assumption changes (mortality, retirement rates) affect liabilities. The assumed rate of return is 6.75%, down from 9% historically. Historic Landmark Designations Presentation (Councilman Clark, Cassie Klein, Linda Moss Mines) - Councilman Clark introduced two resolutions: one to authorize the application for designating City Hall as a local historic landmark, and a second to direct staff to research and prepare applications for a list of other sites including cemeteries, R.H. Hunt buildings, and cultural landmarks. - Process Explanation (Cassie Klein, Land Development Office): A local historic landmark designation protects a property from inappropriate alterations or demolition. The application triggers an immediate moratorium on permits. After a public meeting and review by the Historic Zoning Commission, a recommendation goes to City Council, which makes the final decision. The city has one existing local landmark (Frank Lloyd Wright House on Missionary Ridge). - Historic Sites Presented (Linda Moss Mines, City Historian): The list includes: - Cemeteries: Beck Knob Cemetery (largest U.S. Colored Troops burial site, est. 1863), Pleasant Garden Cemetery (privately owned, 14,000 graves including Scottsboro Boys and Ed Johnson), Citizen Cemetery, Confederate Cemetery, Mitzvah Congregation Cemetery, Brainerd Mission Cemetery (1818-1838, first integrated school in North America), Forest Hill Cemetery, Silverdale Confederate Cemetery. - R.H. Hunt Buildings: City Hall, Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium, and Tivoli Theatre (all by architect R.H. Hunt, a nationally significant architect). - Other Landmarks: Walden Hospital (African American hospital with nursing school), Lincoln Park (Negro League baseball, WWI welcome home celebration), First Baptist Church (East 8th Street), Chattanooga Downtown Library (bicentennial architecture, 1976), Brainerd Municipal Golf Course (100 years old), and four additional buildings in the MLK Historic District. - Discussion on Private Property Rights (Councilwoman Dotley): Dotley questioned the process for private property owners, asking for proof of consent and explaining the impact on future alterations. Councilman Clark clarified that the resolution only authorizes starting the application; property owners will have opportunities to opt out during public hearings and before the Historic Zoning Commission. The designation applies to exterior guidelines only, not interiors. Staff (Cassie Klein) noted that the application fee is waived for city council-initiated applications, but owners may face additional permit costs (certificate of appropriateness) in the future. Tax credits for rehabilitation are available. - Councilwoman Burrs requested documentation of outreach contacts and noted that some property owners in her district may not have been contacted yet. Councilman Clark acknowledged ongoing outreach and offered to help connect. - Councilman Harvey expressed support for preservation but cautioned against overly strict guidelines that could hinder redevelopment (e.g., the Waymark project). Klein assured that guidelines align with Secretary of Interior Standards and do not affect interior work. Key Outcomes - The pension fund report was received; no formal action taken. Council members requested more detailed projections of future city contributions from Chris Hopkins. - The two historic landmark resolutions were presented and discussed but not voted upon. The meeting adjourned with a motion to adjourn (seconded). Next steps include continued outreach to property owners, further work on design guidelines, and future strategic planning sessions (October 6 and 20, 2026) where workforce development, Carta transit roadmap, and smart grant updates will be covered. - Committee assignments: The vacant properties ordinance introduced by Councilwoman Burrs was assigned to Councilman Clark's Parks, Public Works, and Infrastructure Committee. The vape ordinance from Councilman Harvey and Councilwoman Hill was assigned to the Planning and Zoning Committee.

The City of Corpus Christi City Council met on September 15, 2026, starting at 11:35 a.m. and concluding at 3:45 p.m. after a lunch recess and executive session. The meeting covered a City Manager's report on CCW water outreach, a public comment period with 20 speakers, a consent agenda with several pulled items, and a public hearing on the Tourism Public Improvement District (TPID). The council observed a moment of silence for Deborah Smith and Larry Myers. City Manager's Comments / Update on City Operations (Item 1) - Chief Operating Officer of Corpus Christi Water (CCW) Nick Winkelmann reported 247 total outreach events completed in FY2025-2026. Community education included 7 elementary school visits and 7 facility tours at O.N. Stevens Water Treatment Plant (hosting 80+ students). CCW supplies water to 20 communities across 7 counties. The city is currently in Stage 1 drought restrictions, having recently avoided a Level 1 emergency declaration. Interim Director of Communications Cecilia Orozco noted partnerships with the restaurant association where patrons must ask for water instead of receiving it automatically. Consent Calendar Items 2 through 15 were approved with one vote, except for Items 3, 8, 10, 12, and 13 which were removed for individual discussion: - Items 2 (Meeting Minutes), 4 and 5 (Zoning Cases), 6 (Sodium Bisulfite Supply, up to $3.77M), 7 (Refuse/Recycling Carts, $645K), 9 (ONSWTP Pump Station Contract, $25.4M), 11 (US 181 Frontage Road Sidewalk Grant, $1.048M), 14 (Museum Management Agreement), and 15 (Waldron Field Fence Contract, $650K) were passed without discussion. Public Comments & Testimony - Steven Klepper argued that the city auditor job description lacks an explicit requirement for internal audit experience, contrary to staff claims, and called for the hiring process to be paused. - Skyler Barker (Military Order of the Purple Heart Commander) and Martin Longoria advocated for preserving history at the Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History, highlighting the importance of the new Purple Heart exhibit and ongoing memory preservation. - Bradley Bartelson criticized the Inner Harbor desalination project’s history, environmental concerns, and cost escalations ($400-576M estimates, $1.2B bid). - Susie Saldana urged the council not to pull permits for the desalination project, arguing the decision should be a choice for the next council and the voters, not the current one. - Isabel Araiza (co-founder of For the Greater Good) strongly opposed Item 3 (La Palmera Mall), characterizing the 380 agreement extension as a tax giveaway to a Fort Worth company while many city staff earn poverty wages and city services are underfunded. - Vidal Conde and Carrie Meyer (North Beach Community Association) supported Item 11 (US 181 sidewalk), citing serious safety hazards on the 45 mph feeder road next to a neighborhood. - Shirin Delsooz (iBike CC) supported Item 12 (District 5 Trail), detailing severe traffic congestion and lack of safe pedestrian infrastructure around a local school. - Mo Chavez (London Town HOA Board) supported Item 13 (London ISD Pedestrian Safety), asking for safer routes for students and families. - Aaron Price questioned the slow pace and selection process for the Inner Harbor far-field modeling peer review, clarifying the technical qualifications required. - Jared Suarez, Rachel Caballero, Robin Cox, Sean Merritt, Captain Dave Heasley, and Alberto Zertuche raised various issues regarding council conduct, corruption allegations, rising utility costs, and the upcoming November election. Discussion Items - Item 3: La Palmera Mall 380 Incentive Agreement Extension: Council debated a 10-year extension for the existing agreement. Council Member Paxson noted the lack of performance checkpoints in the contract for the pledged doubling of revenue and tripling of visits. Council Member Campos requested and received a contract commitment for tree landscaping. Council Members Scott and Roy expressed support for stabilizing the retail asset and preventing a dark mall. Developer Andrew Wilson clarified the extension does not increase the city's total $15M financial commitment. Motion carried 9-0. - Item 8: Magnesium Anodes Supply Agreement: Council Members Paxson and Hernandez questioned the inability to select a Texas-based second low bidder due to state low-bid procurement rules over a minimal price difference ($183/contract year). Staff confirmed the city could award to the lowest bidder or reject all bids. Motion carried 9-0. - Item 10: Citywide Wastewater IDIQ Contract: Council Member Vaughn confirmed staff processes for verifying OSHA compliance and safety incidence rates of contractors. Motion carried 9-0. - Items 12 & 13: Grant Applications for Trail Connectivity and Pedestrian Safety: Council expressed strong support for the District 5 Trail Connectivity grant ($1.147M) and the London ISD Pedestrian Safety grant ($1.307M), with Council Member Hernandez linking them to the Vision Zero initiative. Both motions carried 9-0. - Item 16: Tourism Public Improvement District (TPID) Service Plans: Brook Kaufman (CEO, Visit Corpus Christi) presented the updated 10-year service plan, acknowledging past filing lapses. Funds from the 2% hotel assessment are allocated 50% to marketing, 43% to sales, and 7% to administration/research. Council praised the film and sports commissions. No public comments were made. Ordinance approved 9-0. Key Outcomes All votes were 9-0: - Approval of Consent Agenda (with exceptions) - La Palmera Mall 380 Agreement Extension (Item 3) - Magnesium Anodes Supply Agreement (Item 8) - Citywide Wastewater IDIQ Contract (Item 10) - District 5 Trail Connectivity Grant Application (Item 12) - London ISD Pedestrian Safety Grant Application (Item 13) - TPID Service Plans and Assessment Rolls Ordinance (Item 16) Next Steps / Referrals: - City Manager to provide a memorandum on background checks for candidates and board members. - Visit Corpus Christi to provide quarterly tourism performance updates to council. - City staff to provide an update on the Inner Harbor peer review selection by the October 13, 2026 council meeting. The council recessed for lunch at 1:48 p.m. and met in executive session (Items 17-19) concerning groundwater rights in San Patricio County, retired firefighter health benefits, and the HR recruiting pre-boarding audit. The meeting was adjourned at 3:45 p.m.

The Governance and Intergovernmental Relations Committee of the Denver City Council met on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. (starting about 10 minutes late), with Chair Amanda Sawyer (District 5) presiding. The minutes list 10 people present: Flynn, Gilmore, Vice-Chair Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez, Romero Campbell, Chair Sawyer, Torres, Watson, Kashmann, Lewis, and Sandoval — including three attendees in addition to the seven committee members listed in the meeting header. The committee approved a block of three tax-fund alignment ordinances (7-0), a block of two Downtown Development Authority funding agreements (7-0), and the $970,000 Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell contract amendment (6-1), and approved 17 consent resolutions. The chair also announced that the Altera contract and IGA were pulled from the agenda and will be heard in October to allow more review time. Consent Calendar - All 17 consent items were approved by consent, including: - 26-1306: City Council appointment of Angel Hurtado to the Housing Stability Strategic Advisors. - 26-1307: Appointment of Fa'al Ali to the Denver County Cultural Council. - 26-1311 through 26-1316: Reappointments of Andrea Albo, Anne Rowe, LaKeshia Allen Horner, Lydia Prado, Nathaniel Cradle, and William Zaki Robbins to the Denver Preschool Program Board of Directors (terms 1-1-2027 through 12-31-2029). - 26-1317: Radha Kilaru to the Denver Asian American Pacific Islander Commission (term 9-1-2026 through 9-1-2029). - 26-1318 and 26-1319: Alezandro Ruvalcaba and Patrick Walton to the Human Rights and Community Partnerships Advisory Board (terms 9-30-2026 through 9-30-2029). - 26-1320 through 26-1323: Adriana Lopez, Charlene Emory-Proctor, Jill Perks, and Whitney Woods to the Denver Women's Commission (terms 10-1-2026 through 9-30-2028). - 26-1327: Contract with West Series of Lockton Companies, LLC for $1,125,000 (through 12-31-2031) for consulting on the city's medical insurance plans and employee benefits. - 26-1333: Ordinance amending the boundaries of the Denver Downtown Development Authority. Public Comments & Testimony - Rebecca Arnold, executive director of Prosperity Denver, expressed support for the tax-fund alignment ordinances, saying the Office of Children's Affairs will now have resources to do more to help oversee taxpayer resources. She acknowledged the new 1% administrative fee means the organization will have a little less money to distribute to student-serving partners, but said the money will be better spent through the strengthened partnership. - A representative of the Office of Children's Affairs (OCA) said the audit report found that OCA lacked sufficient oversight of the Prosperity Denver funds, and described the change as strengthening the partnership and an opportunity to bolster both financial and programmatic capacity. Discussion Items Tax-Fund Alignment Ordinances (Council Bills 26-1362, 26-1363, 26-1364) - Councilmembers Jamie Torres and Amanda Sandoval presented a block of three ordinances aligning rules for the three nonprofit entities that receive city sales-tax revenues: Caring for Denver (0.25% sales and use tax), Denver Preschool Program (0.15%), and Prosperity Denver (0.08%). - The ordinances prohibit spending Caring for Denver tax revenues on staff-specific wellness programs and prohibit spending of all three funds on alcohol and other administrative expenditures. They align Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) responsibilities, standardize expenditure controls, and establish a dedicated city administration and oversight fee of up to 1%, modeled on the Denver Health and Hospital Authority Tax Funds fee. - The proposed city admin fee is to be budgeted in advance by the administering department (Department of Public Health and Environment for Caring for Denver; Office of Children's Affairs for the other two), with unutilized funds returned to the administering organization the same year. - The Caring for Denver administrative allowance increases from 5% to 7%; Denver Preschool Program remains at 7%; Prosperity Denver retains its separate 5% plus 5% structure. The ordinances also clarify Caring for Denver co-responder program funding to include alternative response programs and rename the Denver College Affordability Fund to the Prosperity Denver Fund. - Council President Romero Campbell expressed support, calling the proposals good governance and responsive to auditor review. Chair Sawyer asked about the budget impact; Laura Swartz (Department of Finance) said the 1% is not currently built into the proposed 2027 budget, and Finance will follow up on the timeline. - Timeline presented: committee hearing today (September 15); first reading September 28; final reading with three public hearings on October 5; effective January 1, 2027. - Motion by Romero Campbell, seconded by Watson; approved by voice vote in a block, 7-0. Downtown Development Authority Funding Agreements (Council Bills 26-1335 and 26-1336) - Donna Wilder (Department of Finance) presented two ordinances approving DDA funding agreements in Council District 10. The city transfers funds it holds in trust to the DDA, which then effectuates loan or grant agreements; the city is not a party to those underlying agreements. - University Building office-to-residential conversion (900-918 16th Street): developer University Building Loft Owner LLC. Total project cost is estimated at about $73 million, with a DDDA loan of $14.7 million. The project will bring 120 net new housing units, all affordable at 30-80% AMI, with amenities including a food pantry, transit passes, community room, fitness room, resident storage, and bike room. Unit mix: 57 studios, 52 one-bedrooms, and 11 two-bedrooms. The affordability covenant is 40 years, matching the 4% LIHTC (Chaffa) requirement. Delivery is anticipated in early 2028. - Community Arts Stabilization Trust (CAST) project: conversion of 6,300 square feet of former office/bank space at 17th and Glenarm into affordable art studios, galleries, micro cinemas, and artist storage. Total project cost is just over $1.7 million, with a DDDA grant reimbursement of $1.35 million (including $500,000 for site acquisition). CAST must meet minimum evening, weekday, and weekend programming; hold exhibitions and public receptions; allow public and private booking; and maintain a 95% occupancy rate. If CAST does not complete construction or ceases active operations, an option agreement requires sale of the property to the DDDA for $1. Delivery is anticipated in summer 2027. - Councilmember Watson asked about lessons learned from the failed Denver Immersive Theater project. Wilder explained that the earlier contract allowed funds to be advanced, and that the DDA is conducting an audit of paid funds; the new agreements are structured as reimbursements with site inspections before disbursement. Councilmember Sandoval, a DDDA board member, said the DDA now has its own attorney and outside auditor and has created backstops to prevent a recurrence. - Councilmember Watson also asked about engagement with community artists and indigenous and BIPOC arts organizations. A CAST representative formerly with Red Line Contemporary Arts Center described a 20-year list of Denver artists and partner organizations in need of affordable space, and said centering indigenous and BIPOC communities is core to CAST's work. - Motion by Watson, seconded by Torres; approved by voice vote in a block, 7-0. Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell Contract Amendment (Council Resolution 26-1343) - The amendment adds $500,000 to the city's contract with Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP, for a new total of $970,000, and revises the scope of work to continue legal services to the city on employment matters citywide. The original $470,000 agreement covered the Everett Martinez lawsuit; the additional $500,000 covers the Jessica Calderon lawsuit. The city is not obligated to pay amounts above $470,000 until Council approves the amended agreement. - City Attorney Miko Brown, employment and labor law section director Rob Nessborg, and Vic Toniki from the mayor's office presented. Brown cited the firm's success: 12 for 12 in contested filings in the Martinez case; a protective order hearing win in which Judge Catherine Starnella awarded Section 1927 sanctions (described by opposing counsel as potentially putting him out of business and forcing Martinez to drop his lawsuit); and a preliminary injunction win in the Calderon case that allowed the city to end Ms. Calderon's employment and saved hundreds of thousands of dollars. - Brown stated the city negotiated a blended $800 per hour rate; the lead partner's normal rate is $1,300 per hour, and AIG pays the firm $1,000 per hour for partners and $700 for associates. She noted Wheeler Trigg previously prevailed on a $50 million claim for the city against Adams County, and that Martinez himself engaged the firm in 2023. Brown said she left the firm in 2017 and has no conflict, and that the firm was selected unanimously by a five-person panel after a competitive bid process considering four firms. - Councilmember Stacie Gilmore expressed concerns about the city attorney participating on the selection panel for her former firm, referencing the Park Hill land swap, FAA scrutiny, the Vibrant Denver Bond, and the deportation flights context. She asked for the item to be held to a date certain and requested that the committee consider invoking subpoena power. Chair Sawyer stated that a subpoena decision would not be made in this committee and that not all council members were present to weigh in. - Councilmember Lewis asked about the status of the sanctions on appeal and remaining case costs. Brown said the city is seeking roughly $300,000 in attorney fees tied to the sanctions motion, but could not yet estimate the full cost of the remaining litigation in either case. - A motion by Gilmore to postpone the item to a date certain (October 20) failed by roll call vote of 2-5 (Gilmore and Gonzales-Gutierrez in favor; Flynn, Romero Campbell, Sawyer, Torres, and Watson opposed). - A motion by Watson, seconded by Romero Campbell, to approve the resolution for filing carried 6-1, with Gilmore dissenting. Chair Sawyer reminded viewers that a yes vote in committee means only that the item is ready for consideration by the full 12-member council, not a yes vote on the floor. Key Outcomes - Council Bills 26-1362, 26-1363, and 26-1364 were approved for filing in a block by a 7-0 voice vote. - Council Bills 26-1335 and 26-1336 were approved for filing in a block by a 7-0 voice vote. - Council Resolution 26-1343 was approved for filing by a 6-1 roll call vote; the earlier motion to postpone to October 20 failed 2-5. The item now moves to the full council. - The 17-item consent calendar was approved by consent. - The Altera contract and IGA were removed from today's agenda and rescheduled for the October committee meeting. - Note on discrepancies: The minutes spell the vice-chair's surname Gonzales-Gutierrez, while the committee header spells it Gonzalez-Gutierrez. The transcript does not explicitly record Torres's vote in the roll call for the postponement motion, but the minutes record it as nay; this summary uses the minutes' tally.

The meeting was called to order at 5:45 PM and adjourned at 8:00 PM. The commission unanimously approved the agenda and the minutes from the August meeting. The primary discussion was a presentation by Chief of Police and Captain Chris Mongolo on the use of Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs) by the Leesburg Police Department. Other topics included e-bike safety, future event planning, and budget priorities for FY 2027. Consent Calendar - The commission unanimously approved the agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting with no opposition. Discussion Items - Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs) Presentation: Chief of Police and Captain Chris Mongolo presented on the town's use of Flock ALPR cameras. They explained that the cameras capture rear images of vehicles and license plates, but do not identify drivers. Virginia law (2.2-517) governs usage, restricting data retention to 21 days, requiring audit trails, and prohibiting sharing with federal agencies or out-of-state law enforcement. The town has four cameras funded by a $12,000 grant through the HEAT (Help End Auto Theft) program, located at high-traffic areas (Villages of Leesburg, Target, Compass Creek). There are approximately 15 Flock cameras in total, with others owned by private entities (HOAs, stores, etc.). Case study: An organized retail theft ring was apprehended after cameras alerted officers; $6,000 in losses were recouped. The department audits 100% of searches to ensure lawful use. Only felony offenses, missing persons, and AMBER/Silver alerts are tracked. Chief emphasized that misuse is caught through auditing. Commissioners asked about sharing with other agencies, private entity regulations, data storage, and potential expansion to speed cameras or red-light cameras. The chief noted that the department is considering red-light cameras in the future but is currently focused on school zone speed cameras, which have reduced average speeds by 24.7%. - E-Bike Safety: A commissioner raised concerns about children operating e-bikes unsafely (speeding, no helmets, sidewalk riding). The Chief reported recent crashes involving juveniles, including one where a rider crossed King Street without stopping and was hit by a car. He noted that some bikes are illegally modified (e.g., replacing a Class 3 sticker with a Class 2 sticker). The department takes an educational approach for younger riders but will charge older juveniles (14+). Loudoun County Public Schools are implementing mandatory training. - Mr. Goody's Event Proposal: The commission discussed a proposal from Mr. Rajish Guti to host a cultural event. Members felt the proposal lacked structure and planning. Some suggested co-hosting with existing community events or planning a small event for early summer 2027. The commission agreed to revisit the idea and explore other opportunities. - FY 2027 Budget Priorities: The commission discussed future budget items, including a group photograph (to be taken at the next meeting), completion of the commission logo, and potential purchase of a tent or tarp for events (pending logo design). - Future Meeting Format: It was agreed to hold the December 2026 meeting online, and possibly the January 2027 meeting as well, subject to authorization. Key Outcomes - Unanimous approval of agenda and August minutes. - The commission will take a group photograph at a future meeting. - The December 2026 meeting will be held online; January 2027 may also be online. - No immediate commitment to Mr. Goody's event proposal; the commission will explore other options for community events in 2027. - The ALPR presentation concluded with no formal action; information was received by the commission.

The Common Council of La Crosse, Wisconsin, held a meeting on September 15, 2026, according to the agenda and the supplied event timestamp of 2026-09-15 17:45:00+00:00. The agenda states that this was a "TEST MEETING ONLY" and lists a 1:00 PM start time in Council Chambers at City Hall. No transcript is available, and the minutes file states "[No minutes available]"; the agenda does list an approval item for "Test Meeting minutes," so the available records are incomplete and conflict as to whether minutes exist. Agenda Items Listed - Roll Call, Pledge of Allegiance, and Moment of Silence: These opening proceedings were listed on the agenda. - Approval of Minutes: The agenda lists approval of "Test Meeting minutes," but no minutes document is available. - Reports – 26-0926: A test report item with a very long caption; no content or discussion is included in the available record. - Common Council Matters – 26-0927: Listed as "TEST Ordinance," with a note that the Council could convene in closed session under Wis. Stat. sec. 19.85(1)(a) to deliberate and then reconvene in open session. - Items Recommended to be Adopted – 26-0928: A test item described as a resolution doubling the pay of staff in the clerk's office, with a possible closed-session note under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(g) to confer with legal counsel. - Items Recommended to be Adopted – 26-0929: A test item described as a review of plans for expansion of the clerk's office, also with a possible closed-session note under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(g). - Adjournment: Listed as the final agenda item. Discussion Items - No substantive discussion can be summarized from the available source material because the transcript is blank and the minutes are not available. The agenda identifies the items as test items and provides no narrative or deliberation. Key Outcomes - No votes, ordinances, resolutions, or formal decisions are documented in the provided source material. - The agenda labels the meeting as a test meeting only, and the lack of minutes and transcript prevents verification of whether any action was taken.

The Leesburg Commission on Public Art (COPA) met on September 15, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 6:12 PM. The meeting focused on adopting a new online art submission portal, setting the timeline and submission limit for the 2027 Town Calendar, reviewing the recent "Art in Your Yard" event, discussing a Loudoun County grant application, and providing updates on the Airport Mural, a pollinator sculpture, and other arts initiatives. All motions passed unanimously. Consent Calendar - Approval of Agenda: Motion to approve the agenda was made, seconded, and carried unanimously. - Approval of August 26 Minutes: Motion to approve the minutes from the August 26, 2026 meeting was made (by Linda), seconded (by Mary), and carried unanimously. Discussion Items - New Online Art Submission Portal (COPA First): Leah (staff) presented a new online form developed by the IT department to replace the art submissions email. The portal will allow artists to upload images, photo releases, and descriptions; limit submissions (e.g., no more than three pieces per call); automatically send confirmation emails; and generate a single PDF for commissioners. Kate Trust, Assistant Town Manager, expressed strong support, noting the automation benefits (auto-reply, auto-close based on date, records management). Commissioners discussed receiving submissions individually or as a group PDF, and the ability to archive non-selected submissions. The commission voted unanimously to adopt the portal beginning with the 2027 Town Calendar call. - 2027 Town Calendar Timeline and Submission Limit: The commission worked backwards from a target of presenting selections to the Town Council at their November meeting. They set a submission deadline of October 30, 2026, to allow time for review and preparation. A motion to allow each artist up to three submissions per call was made, seconded, and carried unanimously. Leah noted the portal can enforce this limit and prevent vertical (landscape) images. The printer Canterbury was assumed to be used again, as cost is expected to be under $5,000. - "Art in Your Yard" Event Recap: Leah reported that 20 artists signed up, 1 dropped out the day before, and 3 did not respond, leaving 16 artists on the map. The event partnered with Leesburg Movement and had a good turnout, though some artists (especially those on the outskirts) reported low foot traffic. The option for downtown spots (e.g., at Visit Loudoun and Town Green) was offered, but many artists preferred their yards. Commissioners suggested improving promotion and considering a central location for future events. Visit Loudoun offered to host artists without yards. - Loudoun County Grant Application: Jeanette prepared a grant application for $15,000 (the maximum per request) from a $250,000 county grant fund. The grant was centered on "hearts" (heart sculptures) per county priorities, as town staff indicated this would be viewed favorably. No matching funds are required. If awarded, the expenditure will need Town Council approval. Jeanette requested an IRS tax-exempt letter from the town. - Airport Mural Update: Leah reported that COPA is stepping back from the airport mural project, as it is now under the Airport Commission. Fundraising has raised only $600 of the $23,000 needed. Leah has contacted the artist Danielle to allow her to pursue other projects. A potential booth at the airport air show was discussed, but only one or two COPA members could staff it. The possibility of placing a donation QR code inside the airport terminal was suggested. Jeanette offered to submit a separate grant application for the mural by the September 22 deadline. - Pollinator Sculpture: The project is still in early discussion. John Cleaves will propose locations at Foxbridge Park (specifically near the pollinator area off the trail). The Parks and Recreation Commission will hear an initial idea, but no call for artists has been issued. The sculpture needs to move forward soon to allow time for artist selection. - Arts Parks Event – October 9, 2026: The commission set the next "Art in the Parks" event for Friday, October 9, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM, to serve as a lead-in to a FOLFA (Friends of Leesburg Fine Arts) artist exhibit at Raymond James at 6:00 PM. The FOLFA exhibit features banner artist Russ Mardon. - FOLFA Report: A new artist exhibit by Russ Mardon at Raymond James on October 9, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM was presented. The commission voted unanimously to support the event. - New Art Exhibits: Leah noted two new art exhibits have been installed at Town Hall and the airport. She is booking for 2027 and requested renewal of her authority to contact and coordinate artists for both locations, which was previously approved. Commissioners agreed to continue the procedure. - Rafael Low Park Plaques: Two of five plaques have been received; three more are expected. Directories have been ordered and will be installed by John Cleaves. - Town Grant Payment: A $5,000 grant to Rafael Low Bar is pending receipt of funds from the Virginia Commission of the Arts. Leah will follow up with finance. Key Outcomes - Motion to adopt the new online art submission portal passed unanimously. It will be used starting with the 2027 Town Calendar call. - Motion to allow three submissions per artist per call passed unanimously. - Motion to support the FOLFA Raymond James artist exhibit on October 9, 2026 passed unanimously. - Calendar deadline set: October 30, 2026, for submissions; commission to review in November and forward selections to Town Council. - Art in Your Yard will be considered for repeat in 2027, with improvements (centralized location, better artist promotion). - Loudoun County grant application for $15,000 for heart sculptures was submitted; will require council approval if awarded. - Airport mural is no longer a COPA project; fundraising continues under Airport Commission. - Pollinator sculpture discussion will continue with Parks Commission and John Cleaves.

The Richmond City Council held an informal docket-review meeting on September 15, 2026, at approximately 5:30 p.m. The clerk confirmed a quorum, with all members present except Councillors Breton, Robertson, Lynn, and Lynch. No agenda or minutes were provided; this summary is drawn from the transcript. The meeting consisted almost entirely of procedural continuances and referrals, with no public comment. Consent Calendar - Item 1, Ordinance 2026-093: Planning Commission recommended a continuance; continued to the November 9 council meeting. - Items 2 and 3, Ordinances 2026-102 and 2026-113: Amended at the July 27 council meeting; retained on the consent agenda. - Item 4, Ordinance 2026-120: Amended at the July 27 council meeting; continued by consensus to the September 28 council meeting. - Item 5, Ordinance 2026-155: Planning Commission recommended approval; continued to the September 28 council meeting at the applicant's request. - Items 6 through 10, Ordinances 2026-173 through 2026-177: Planning Commission recommended approval. Item 8, Ordinance 2026-175, was also continued to the September 28 council meeting by consensus. - Item 11, Ordinance 2026-178: Planning Commission recommended approval with an amendment; the paper was to be amended and then continued to the September 28 meeting. The clerk noted competing amendments but stated there was an agreement that only one amendment would be voted on. - Items 12 and 13, Ordinances 2026-179 and 2026-180: Planning Commission recommended approval; item 13 was continued to the September 28 council meeting. - Item 14, Ordinance 2026-181: Planning Commission recommended approval; continued to the October 13 council meeting. - Items 15 and 16, Ordinances 2026-182 and 2026-183: Planning Commission recommended approval. - Item 17, Ordinance 2026-184: Planning Commission recommended a continuance; continued to the November 9 council meeting. - Item 20, Ordinance 2026-187: Planning Commission recommended a continuance; continued to the September 28 council meeting. - Item 21, Ordinance 2026-188: Planning Commission recommended approval; continued to the September 28 council meeting at Ms. Jones's request. - Item 22, Ordinance 2026-189: Planning Commission recommended a continuance; continued to the September 28 council meeting. - Item 23, Ordinance 2026-190: Proposed establishment of the Affordable Dwelling Unit Advisory Committee. It was continued and referred to the September 22 Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee, then continued to the September 28 council meeting. Ms. Gibson said no amendment was prepared and the paper would go to that committee as-is, with opportunity for amendment there because the city received a lot of feedback. - Item 24, Ordinance 2026-191: Education and Human Services Standing Committee recommended approval. - Item 25, Resolution 2026-R031: Organization Development recommended a continuance; referred to the September 22 Planning and Public Safety Standing Committee, then continued to the September 28 council meeting. Regular Agenda Discussion - Item 26, Resolution 2026-R029: Originally scheduled to be amended and continued to the September 28 council meeting. Ms. Gibson requested instead that it be continued to the October 13 council meeting after discussion with the administration. She said there was a meeting the next day with Gilpin informed residents about the paper and that more time was needed to consider feedback. The October 13 date was noted. Key Outcomes - All listed continuances and referrals were approved by consensus; no roll-call votes were recorded. - Item 23 was changed to include referral to the September 22 standing committee before its September 28 continuation. - Item 26 was moved from September 28 to October 13. - No public comment was heard, and no other items were raised.

The Saginaw City Council met on September 15, 2026 at 5:26 PM to conduct three public hearings, receive public input, discuss consent agenda items, hear council remarks and the city manager’s report, and vote on multiple resolutions. Key actions included approval of two Brownfield plans, a grant application, a cost-sharing agreement, and a referral to draft an amendment to the surveillance ordinance. Public Hearings 1. Amendment to Brownfield Plan for 230 South Washington Avenue (Spicer Building) - Grace Smith, Economic Development Coordinator at Saginaw Future, spoke in support. She stated the project represents approximately $2.2 million in private investment into a 40,000 square-foot, three-story office building constructed in 1926. The investment will address building deficiencies and preserve approximately 150 full-time jobs. The Brownfield eligibility is based on functional obsolescence under Michigan’s Brownfield Rehabilitation Financing Act (Public Act 381). - Miles Saxaw, Finance Director of Spicer Group, also spoke in support, noting the company’s 80-year history in Saginaw and the need to address critical safety issues including facade and building envelope problems, boiler failure, and asbestos. He stated total investment over the last four to seven years approaches $5 million. - No other speakers. The hearing was closed and the resolution later approved. 2. Amendment to Brownfield Plan for 833 South Washington Avenue (Tri-Star Trust Redevelopment Project) - Grace Smith again spoke in support. The project involves approximately $8 million in private investment to transform a 16,000 square-foot two-story commercial building into Tri-Star Trust’s new headquarters, including a 56-space parking lot and plaza. Construction is slated to begin fall 2026 with completion expected early 2028. The site has documented environmental contamination from historical uses (junkyard, truck repair, scrap metal, underground storage tanks). The project will retain 50 full-time employees and generate more than 60 temporary construction jobs. - No other speakers. Hearing closed; resolution later approved. 3. Comprehensive Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 - Kaina Franklin, Deputy Director of Community Services, presented. The report covers CDBG, CDBG-CV (COVID), HOME, HOME ARP, and Emergency Solutions Grants. Key statistics: 585 people were provided shelter (32 fewer than last year); all ESG shelters met 100% match requirement; 48 rental households received rapid rehousing or homeless prevention assistance; electrical panel upgrades at Elmwood Manor completed; no funds were returned. The report is available for written public comment until September 23, 2026. The Human Planning Commission will hold an overview meeting on September 16 at 6 PM at the Morley Building. Public Comments & Testimony - Donovan Monte Gomez expressed concerns about ICE, cameras, sidewalk conditions, tree branches blocking lights, and unsightly ATT boxes. He urged improvements. - Lark Allen spoke on behalf of the late Naisha Clark Young and others, demanding accountability for an unprovoked attack at Celebration Skate Park one year ago. He questioned the lack of arrest or ban for the alleged assailant and called for stronger penalties against those who interfere with city-approved projects. - Nicholas Williams asked questions about the use of a “dispersal agent” (denied as tear gas by the sheriff) by police, referencing an ongoing investigation. He inquired why the public cannot know the substance and when the decision to use it was made. - Veronica Vella, President and Founder of La Mission, addressed grant accountability and Hispanic representation. She criticized the lack of verification of grant recipient qualifications and called for transparency, fairness, and a broader representation of the Hispanic community beyond a single organization. - Sarah Kiger opposed data centers planned for Saginaw. She described a town hall as a “charade” and cited a study titled “Capital Without Labor: Data Centers and the Local Economy” that found no increase in local employment or financial health and increased borrowing costs. She urged council to read the study and reconsider data center development. Discussion Items Consent Agenda - Item 2 (Amendment to fees: change of use permit and preliminary site plan fee of $150) was pulled. Council debated the impact on small businesses and development. A motion to postpone to the next meeting passed by voice vote. - Item 5 (Amendment to fees for Anderson Enrichment Center) was pulled and approved after discussion that the fees remain competitive compared to market rates. - Item 13 (Purchase with WTA Architects, $100,000 for historic preservation consulting for water treatment plant) was pulled. City staff explained the need for expertise in historic preservation due to the building’s age. Approved after discussion. Resolutions - Brownfield amendments approved: Spicer Building (230 S Washington) and Tri-Star Trust (833 S Washington). - Resolution authorizing Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grant for Bliss Park Improvement approved. - Resolution approving MDOT cost agreement for Sheridan Avenue rehabilitation approved. - FOIA appeal by Alexander S. Killips – council voted to uphold the city’s amended response. New Motion - Councilman Young motion: direct staff to research and draft amendment to Chapter 117.04 (video surveillance and no loitering signs). Passed. The amendment would require businesses subject to the camera ordinance to post no-loitering signs in their parking lots to allow police enforcement after hours. Key Outcomes - Two Brownfield plans approved. - Resolution for Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grant approved. - Resolution for MDOT cost agreement approved. - FOIA appeal upheld. - Item 2 (change of use permit fee) postponed to next meeting. - Anderson Enrichment Center fee increase approved. - WTA Architects contract approved. - Motion to draft amendment to video surveillance/no loitering ordinance passed. - City manager instructed to provide council with summary of ARPA review of Mexican American Council and closeout reports. - Next meeting scheduled for September 16 (Human Planning Commission) and upcoming events noted.