The Public Meeting Index

The Weathersfield Select Board met on September 15, 2026, at 6:34 PM. The meeting covered approval of multiple sets of minutes, financial reports for FY26, establishment of a budget timeline for FY28, appointments to committees, and various operational updates. Key financial challenges were highlighted, including a growing deficit in the solid waste fund and an overspend in the highway fund. Public Comments & Testimony - Lisa Slate (Sunset Boulevard resident) alerted the board to a proposed water district boundary adjustment affecting properties in the village of Scotney, urging the board to monitor the prudential committee's discussion at their upcoming meeting. - Several announcements were made: the Weathersfield Conversation Group's second annual summit on September 20th at 1 PM at the Perkinsville School; the PTO's "Paw Drop" at Weathersfield School on September 15th from 5-8 PM (free admission). - A board member requested adding quarterly department head reports to future agendas to increase transparency, noting that monthly reports might be excessive. Discussion Items - Approval of Minutes: The board spent considerable time correcting minutes from July 21, July 23, and July 27, 2026. After extensive debate, amendments were made to accurately reflect that Mrs. Burse seconded a motion and added language about the select board serving as interim town managers. The corrected minutes for July 21, July 23, July 27, August 4, August 13, August 24, and August 31 were all approved individually. A concern was raised that several sets of minutes on the website are still labeled "draft" and need to be updated. - Treasurer's Report (Steve): The preliminary FY26 (year ending June 30, 2026) unaudited reports were presented. The highway fund planned to use $102,500 of fund balance but actually ran a deficit of $180,879 due to $35,000 in unanticipated winter sand expenses, $35,000 in vehicle repairs, and a $31,000 principal and interest payment for an excavator loan that was not budgeted. The solid waste fund had a planned deficit reduction of $29,945 but instead incurred a $40,432 deficit, leading to an estimated cumulative deficit of $195,000-$200,000. Reasons included a $53,000 shortfall in punch card sales and $80,000 in recycling costs (recycling is free but costs money to haul away). The general fund broke even, preserving its $30,000 planned fund balance use. The board expressed concern about the solid waste deficit and the need for corrective action. - Budget Timeline for FY28: The board adopted a proposed timeline for the FY28 budget development, with goals to be discussed at future meetings. The timeline includes department budget development (Sept 15-Oct 6), a health care study presentation (Oct 13), health insurance decision (Oct 26), COLA study and decision (Nov 9), draft budget release (Nov 23), public input (Dec 14 and 28), budget approval (Jan 11, 2027), and town meeting warning (Jan 25). The board discussed using FY26 actuals as a starting point rather than FY27 budget, and emphasized the need to address highway and police department funding, fund capital reserves, and maintain a rainy day fund. The motion to adopt the timeline passed. - Town Manager Report (Suzanne): The town manager hiring process was updated. The job posting will be corrected and released; applications will be reviewed starting October 15th. A weekly call with the recruitment firm (Gary Evans) will monitor applicant interest. The board members will have access to see all applicants. The police building lease discussion was raised but deferred to a future agenda. The fire department is preparing an RFP for a brush truck approved by voters, and a live burn training is scheduled for October 2nd at 162 Quarry Road. - Appointments: The budget committee had three vacancies (one long-standing, two from resignations over the weekend). The board appointed John Broker Campbell and Jacob Chase to fill two of the three seats. For the planning commission, Jacob Chase was appointed to a term expiring March 2029, despite concerns about him serving on multiple boards (he also serves on the DRB and is a select board member). Todd Heninger, who had applied for the planning commission, expressed disappointment and noted his intention to step down from the DRB. - Warrants: The warrants for September 14, 2026, were approved: General fund payroll $22,923.76 and operating expenses $74,818.71; Highway fund payroll $10,248.38 and operating expenses $37,621.99; Solid waste payroll $2,348.16 and operating expenses $29,060.71; Library payroll $272.07 and operating expenses $300.30; plus a Route 106 screen bank repayer item of $108,995.63. Grand total payroll $38,222.37, operating expenses $250,797. Key Outcomes - Approved corrected minutes for July 21, July 23, July 27, August 4, August 13, August 24, and August 31, 2026, with amendments to accurately record motions and seconds. - Appointed Suzanne Terrell as interim delinquent tax collector until a new town manager is hired (unanimous). - Adopted the FY28 budget development timeline as presented. - Appointed John Broker Campbell and Jacob Chase to the budget committee. - Appointed Jacob Chase to the planning commission for a term expiring March 2029. - Approved warrants totaling $38,222.37 payroll and $250,797 operating expenses. - Noted that the solid waste fund deficit has reached an estimated $195,000-$200,000, requiring potential borrowing and operational changes.

The Hudson City Council met on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 7:30 PM in Town Hall. The meeting featured a public hearing on a proposed settlement agreement for the Canterbury Meadows development, along with proclamations, consent agenda approvals, and first readings of multiple bond ordinances. The meeting adjourned at 12:07 AM following an executive session. Proclamations - The council recognized the Mighty Vincent Project (2026), which has mobilized 2,635 volunteers providing 6,017 hours of service to 31 nonprofits and raised over $108,000. The week of September 9–27, 2026 was proclaimed. - Jacob Meacham was recognized for calmly assisting a friend during an emergency, enabling rapid response. - The Hudson Kiwanis Club’s 75th anniversary was celebrated; September 24, 2026 was proclaimed Kiwanis Club Day. - Constitution Week (September 17–23, 2026) was proclaimed, accepted by a Daughters of the American Revolution representative. Consent Calendar - 26-0079 – Motion to acknowledge the August 2026 monthly financial report. - 26-120 – Resolution authorizing pre-purchase of retaining wall blocks for Ellsworth Meadows Golf Course Hole 17 Phase 2 (emergency). - 26-121 – Resolution authorizing the Ellsworth Meadows Golf Course storm water management project. - 26-122 – Resolution authorizing the N. Main Street storm water improvement project (emergency). - 26-123 – Resolution forwarding the Clinton Crossing preferred site plan to Planning Commission for concept site plan review. All consent items were approved unanimously (7-0) after suspending the three-reading rule. Public Comments & Testimony Public Hearing on Resolution 26-118 (Canterbury Meadows Settlement) The hearing opened at 7:54 PM and closed at 10:15 PM. Testimony included: - City’s outside counsel Michael Cicero explained that a constitutional hardship claim by the developer triggered involvement of NORMA (insurance pool). He stated the city hired Planning Next for independent zoning analysis. - Planning Next consultants (Sarah Kelly, Delaney Sillman) testified that the proposed 32-lot open space conservation subdivision complies with the Land Development Code (LDC), fits within common definitions of conservation subdivisions, and compels better design than conventional development. - Property owners within 300 feet: - Council Member Skylar Sutton (speaking as a resident, recused from dais) argued the settlement violates state and local law, bypasses Planning Commission authority, sets a “pay-to-play” precedent, and that the hardship claim process was not followed. He stated he is prepared to seek court relief. - Melissa Jones (adjacent property owner, accompanied by attorney Mark Stockman) objected that she had not received requested public records (hardship claim documents) and could not fully testify. She questioned the legality of the settlement and the city’s authority to override the Planning Commission. - Kim Cosma Segedy expressed concern about stormwater runoff onto her property from the development. - Nova Buchanan raised concerns about privacy, contiguous open space, and traffic (32 homes adding at least 60 commuters, school buses, etc.) at the dangerous Ravenna-Stow Road intersection. - Other municipal residents: - Jennifer Justi Keleman requested a traffic study, citing dangerous intersection. - Mary Miller (Fox Trace Lane) worried about stormwater impacts and settlement bypassing Planning Commission. - Susan Newman (Hudson Heritage Association) argued the settlement contradicts the city charter by undermining Planning Commission and ignoring the current Comprehensive Plan (2024). - Christine Thaxton (Thaxton Family Farm) raised environmental concerns: stormwater management, soil stability, well contamination, and noted campaign contributions to three council members from developer-associated entities. - Phil Leiter stated the settlement sets a dangerous precedent allowing developers to bypass boards by threatening lawsuits. - Greg Hall requested independent scrutiny of land valuation, asked for litigation costs, and noted that three council members received campaign donations. - Leonore Cosma (Hudson Equestrian Center) asked about floodwater from Brandywine Creek headwaters and traffic. - Todd Zedak emphasized that residents have no financial interest, only community protection. - Sarah Norman pointed out missing details in the plan and the lack of a proper hardship process under Chapter 1210 (dating to 1958). - Anthony Ravida alleged that City Manager Sheridan ‘moves the rules’ and that information is withheld. - Developer’s attorney John Slagter stated that the developer worked in good faith, that the Planning Commission’s decision was inconsistent, and that the code has internal inconsistencies. He maintained that council has authority to settle and that the developer’s constitutional rights are at stake. He offered to provide a written list of inconsistencies. - Council questions: Council members Brezovec, D’Eramo, Bird, and Weinstein asked clarifying questions. Brezovec expressed appreciation for hearing legal arguments. Bird stated that campaign contributions do not create a conflict of interest under Ohio ethics law. Weinstein echoed that donations do not affect her vote. General Public Comments (after hearing) - Caitlin Honniball reported raw sewage backup in her home for three weeks and criticized city communication. Mayor Anzevino responded that the city contacted Summit County (which owns the sanitary sewer) and that a collapsed pipe was found and is being replaced. - Melissa Jones clarified her recusal from Planning Commission discussions on Canterbury Meadows following Ohio Ethics Commission advice. - Todd Zedak thanked Council Member Sutton for articulating the law and urged council to follow rules. - Anthony Ravida alleged wrongdoing by city staff. Discussion Items - Council Comments: - Dr. Goetz praised EMS response at a local Acme incident and noted a conflict between Planning Commission and Architectural Review Board over a townhome plan. - Brezovec reported on fire station renovations (including new women’s locker room) and Velocity Broadband timeline updates. - Weinstein mentioned Graze on the Green, the Hired in Hudson job fair (Sept 16), and Planning Commission actions (approval of townhomes, daycare, discussion of moratorium on planned developments). - Bird noted the 9/11 commemoration and the Trike and Bike fundraiser that raised $30,000 for pediatric cancer research. - City Manager Report: Sheridan announced the senior snow plow program (150 spots, Sept 14-Oct 14), splash pad closing at end of September, and a planned map for Velocity Broadband installation schedules. - Appointments: None made; deadline extended to Sept 25 for multiple boards. Key Outcomes - Consent Agenda Approved (7-0): Financial report, Ellsworth Meadows projects, N. Main Street storm sewer, and Clinton Crossing concept plan referral. - Ordinance 26-78 (Short-Term Rentals) postponed to November 10, 2026 (vote 5-2; Sutton and Brezovec opposed). - Resolution 26-118 (Canterbury Meadows Settlement) received its second reading; third reading scheduled for October 6, 2026. No action taken. - Bond ordinances (26-124 through 26-130) all had first readings for financing various capital projects: - 26-124: $740,000 for property at Owen Brown & Morse (Windstream land) – first reading. - 26-125: $925,000 for 94 Owen Brown Street – first reading. - 26-126: Up to $6,825,000 for salt storage and bus maintenance at 5810 Hudson Drive – first reading. - 26-127: Up to $21,000,000 for new Public Works facility – first reading. - 26-128: Up to $15,000,000 for Velocity Broadband expansion – first reading. - 26-129: Up to $5,000,000 for Fire/EMS facility renovation – first reading. - 26-130: Up to $3,000,000 for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) – first reading. - Executive Session entered at 11:11 PM (vote 6-1, Sutton abstained) to discuss pending litigation and property matters; meeting resumed at 12:07 AM and adjourned.

The Public Safety and Human Services (PSHS) Committee of the City of Redmond met on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 4:30 PM at Redmond City Hall (15670 NE 85th St.) and remotely via RCTV, Comcast Channel 21/321, Ziply Channel 34, Facebook/YouTube (@CityofRedmond), and phone at 510-335-7371. Council Vice President Angie Nuevacamina presided as presiding officer for Councilmember Vivek Prakriya. Council President Melissa Stuart (the transcript renders the name as Stewart) and Councilmembers Sayna Parsi, Menka Soni, and Vanessa Kritzer attended in person, while Councilmember Prakriya participated remotely. The committee took no final votes, but reviewed the FD34 Emergency Services Operating Agreement second addendum, the 2027-28 Human Services Funding update, the Redmond Fire Impact Fee update, the Fire Department Quarterly Overtime Report, withdrawal from the King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA), and the 2026 Technology and Information Services (TIS) Business Solutions Division update. Consent Calendar - No consent calendar action was taken during this meeting. The FD34 second addendum is scheduled for the city council consent agenda on October 6, 2026. Discussion Items FD34 Emergency Services Operating Agreement - Second Addendum (2026-2029 Extension) Deputy Fire Chief Ahmed Varrell presented the second addendum to the interlocal agreement between Redmond and King County Fire District 34. The addendum is a straight two-year extension, moving the agreement end date from December 31, 2027, to December 31, 2029, to ensure uninterrupted fire suppression, fire prevention, EMS, and emergency preparedness services for District 34 residents. The requested action is consent on October 6, 2026. 2027-28 Human Services Funding Update (Study session scheduled October 27, 2026) Human Services Manager Brooke Buckingham reported that the city opens its human services grant process every two years; the commission will review proposals and present recommendations, which council will adopt as part of the city's 2027-28 budget. Councilmembers requested that the study session presentation include: - The specific percentage of housing and human services dollars invested in rent relief and other housing stability programs (Council President Stuart). - A breakout of unfunded need by program area, including food insecurity and mental health, beyond affordable housing (Councilmember Parsi). - An analysis of how funding to nonprofits is not duplicative of funding from neighboring cities such as Bellevue (Councilmember Parsi). - Data on why grassroots nonprofits did not secure funding, such as incomplete applications or lack of expertise or resources (Councilmember Parsi). Councilmember Kritzer asked that this item be separated out in final voting so she can cast a distinct refusal vote. Councilmember Prakriya agreed and noted audio issues with remote participation. Redmond Fire Impact Fee Update (Study session scheduled October 13, 2026) Deputy Fire Chief Varrell presented the proposed fire impact fee changes and is seeking council approval before December so the fees can be consolidated with other impact fee updates this year. Council dialogue addressed: - The budget theme of capturing revenue leakage, balanced with the need not to raise fees so high that they deter development, including senior housing and other spaces (Council President Stuart). - How the fee changes will affect low-income and affordable housing development (Council President Stuart). - A request for call data broken out by neighborhood to evaluate whether standard residential call assumptions apply equitably, with a comparison of incidents by area (Councilmember Parsi). - Consideration of mitigations for the largest fee increases. Fire Department Quarterly Overtime Report (Informational) Deputy Fire Chief Varrell presented the quarterly overtime report and noted the fire department is essentially right at budget when all personnel costs are considered. The agenda packet lists the period as January 1 through June 30, 2025, while the oral presentation described the report as covering January 1 through June 30, 2026; the discrepancy was not discussed. Varrell explained that when fire personnel are absent, positions cannot be set aside, so overtime is necessary, and the department analyzes whether overtime at 1.5 times pay is less expensive than hiring additional staff. A councilmember noted Redmond firefighters work 48-hour shifts. Councilmember Kritzer asked for written memos or brief slides in advance for future informational items so council and the public can prepare meaningful questions, and for plain-language explanations of tools such as Lucidity and related applications; Council President Stuart agreed, noting council leadership has been working with staff through the agenda-setting process on meaningful packet material. King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA) Withdrawal (Informational) Human Services Manager Brooke Buckingham reported that KCRHA is being reorganized and the contracts it currently administers are being transferred back to the City of Seattle and King County, so Redmond needs to withdraw from its interlocal agreement with KCRHA. A councilmember asked why the item is informational only; staff responded that the original agreement authorized the executive to withdraw without additional council approval. Council President Stuart asked for additional communication to the council and community about changes going into the winter weather season, suggested discussing next steps at the upcoming housing and human services action plan refresh study session, and asked if the Mayor could join a future discussion. She stated she understood and supported the action and that regionalism still matters, and noted the point-in-time count results are still pending. 2026 Technology and Information Services (TIS) Business Solutions Division Update (Items from Other Committees) The TIS Business Solutions Division update was presented to PSHS because the full council agenda was full. The division is organized into three groups: one supporting parks, planning, and public works; one supporting human resources, finance, and executive; and one supporting police and fire. Staff described how the division identifies underlying needs, tests solutions, rolls them out, and supports them beyond launch. Examples included Public Works' CCTV pipe inspection program for asset condition assessments and VSAL's implementation of a vendor solution with the public works team. Councilmember Kritzer asked for future memos and slides that explain unfamiliar systems such as Lucidity in plain language, with metrics tied to outcomes such as the CCTV and water AI technology. Council President Stuart agreed, and Councilmember Prakriya voiced support for the feedback. Key Outcomes - The FD34 second addendum will be placed on the October 6, 2026, city council consent agenda. - Staff will incorporate the council-requested data into the October 27, 2026, human services funding study session: rent relief percentage, unfunded-delta breakout by program, anti-duplication analysis, and applicant technical-assistance data. - Staff will consider council feedback for the October 13, 2026, fire impact fee study session, including neighborhood-level call data, affordable-housing impact, and mitigation options for large fee increases. - The city will proceed with withdrawing from the KCRHA interlocal agreement without a council vote; additional council and community communication about the change will be provided. - TIS Business Solutions staff were asked to provide advance written materials for future informational items.

The Policy Committee on Environmental and Natural Resource Management met on September 15, 2026, to consider two bills: Bill 191, which amends erosion and sedimentation control enforcement, and Bill 183, which proposes increases to wastewater service rates and creates a new hotel rate class. Bill 191 was passed with an amendment and recommended to the full council. Bill 183 was postponed to the October 6, 2026 hearing following extensive public testimony and council discussion. Public Comments & Testimony - Del Otsuka opposed Bill 183, calling it an "archaic flat rate tax" that reverses the polluter-pays principle, penalizes businesses that invest in green infrastructure, and squeezes local families by tripling utility rates while choking short-term rental income. - K. Cole McClellan (Outrigger Hospitality Group) opposed the creation of a separate hotel rate class, arguing it violates state law (HRS 237D-1 and Act 17) which defines all transient accommodations uniformly. He urged the committee to remove the isolated hotel classification and place hotels within the uniform non-residential schedule. - Jerry Gibson (Hawaii Hotel Alliance) stated support for necessary rate increases but requested hotels be treated under the non-residential class. He argued the proposed separate hotel rate, with increases approaching 300%, is infeasible and threatens local jobs, workforce benefits, and small properties. Discussion Items - Bill 191 (Erosion and Sedimentation Control): Councilmember Inaba introduced the bill to establish administrative enforcement for Chapter 10 violations, including fines up to $1,000 per day without requiring a criminal conviction. The amendment (Comm. 1058.1) removed the option of service by newspaper publication, relying on hand delivery or certified mail to satisfy due process. Councilmember Galimba raised concerns about Good Samaritan grading after natural disasters; Deputy Corporation Counsel and DPW staff noted that property owners can call the Engineering Division (808-961-8327) for guidance. The definition of grading (over 100 cubic yards, cut/fill over 5 feet, or altered drainage) and grubbing (over 1 acre) was clarified. The bill aims to provide realistic enforcement tools where previous criminal referrals were never pursued. - Bill 183 (Sewer Service Charges): Director Dan Gervin (DEM) and Regulatory Administrator Kelly Hartman presented the rate increase as a legal mandate under the Administrative Order on Consent (AOC) to become self-sustaining by 2031. Supplemental materials included a rate study, rate model, and legal framework. Key discussion points: - Rate increase magnitude: Director Gervin disputed the 300% figure, stating that fixed monthly charges for hotels rise from $96 to $1899 (approx. 100%) and per-thousand gallon rates from $10.85 to $21.40 (also approx. 100%), similar to residential and non-residential increases. - Legality of hotel class: Corporation Counsel and consultant Art Griffith (FG) confirmed that Maui and Kauai have similar hotel classes; Oahu does not but the practice is legally defensible under cost-of-service principles. - Small hotel impacts: Councilmember Kagiwada requested analysis of impacts on small hotels like SCP Hilo and possible relief mechanisms for low-income households and nonprofits. Director Gervin noted that smaller hotels would have lower discharge and thus lower usage charges. - Budget projections: Councilmember Caneali-Kleinfelder questioned inflated projections (e.g., OCE repairs from $18,900 in FY2425 to $92,000 in FY2627) and the absence of debt service in the rate study. Consultant Art Griffith attributed the jump to catch-up spending after years of underfunding; debt service was excluded because it relates to capital investment, not operations. - Connection compliance: Hartman announced a connection compliance plan due in December 2026 to enforce sewer connections and broaden the rate base, potentially moving short-term vacation rentals into non-residential rates. - Infiltration and energy savings: Director Gervin described ongoing efforts to identify and repair leaks in the collection system, which can reduce energy costs (electricity approaching $3.5M/year). Two crews are scoping lines and using GIS for scheduling. - Calculator request: Councilmember Inaba requested a simple rate calculator to allow council members to model changes; a meeting with DEM was scheduled within the week. Key Outcomes - Bill 191: Amended by Communication 1058.1 (approved unanimously, 9 ayes). The committee voted unanimously (9 ayes) to recommend passage to the full council. - Bill 183: Motion to postpone to the October 6, 2026 committee hearing passed unanimously (9 ayes). Councilmember Inaba requested a meeting with DEM by Thursday or Friday to develop a rate calculator and review materials, noting that the 200+ pages of supplemental reports were provided only the day before the meeting. - Council also noted that DEM will present a connection compliance plan in December 2026 to enforce sewer connections and potentially reclassify short-term vacation rentals to commercial rates.

The Olathe City Council met Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber at 100 E. Santa Fe. Councilmembers Bacon, Schoonover, Vakas, Essex, Creighton, and Deneault were present; Councilmember Felter was absent. City Manager Susan Sherman, City Attorney Ron Shaver, and city staff also attended. The regular meeting and planning session were combined, and the meeting adjourned at 9:07 p.m. Call to Order and Executive Sessions - The Council recessed into executive session for up to 20 minutes for attorney-client privileged consultation on a development agreement under K.S.A. 75-4319(b)(2); the open meeting resumed at 6:50 p.m. The Council then voted 6-0 to authorize the City Attorney to finalize and the Mayor to execute a Second Amendment to Development Agreement with Loretto Commercial Development, LLC. - The Council recessed into executive session for up to 10 minutes for preliminary discussion of downtown real property acquisition under K.S.A. 75-4319(b)(6); the open meeting resumed at 7:00 p.m. The Council then voted 6-0 to authorize the City Attorney to finalize and the Mayor or City Manager to execute an agreement and related documents for acquisition of certain downtown real property. Consent Agenda The Council approved the Consent Agenda 6-0, including: the September 1, 2026, and September 8, 2026, Special Call meeting minutes; renewal licenses; authorization for City Manager Sherman to attend the ICMA conference in Long Beach, California, October 16-21; Amendment No. 5 with Crossland Heavy Contractors, Inc. for the West Cedar Creek Sewer Interceptor Project; the FY2026 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant program; and a new U.S. Bank corporate expense and purchasing card services contract. Proclamation: Family Week Mayor Bacon presented a proclamation recognizing September 20-26, 2026, as Family Week in Olathe. Tim Kruse and Jaymi Schap of Johnson County Mental Health accepted; they encouraged families to spend time together, highlighted Family Day on October 3 at the Indian Creek Library, and noted Drug Take Back Day. The minutes list Drug Take Back Day as October 4; the transcript says October 24. New Business and Discussion Items - Ordinance No. 26-45 (RZ26-0009) - Sunnybrook Commercial: The Council approved 5-1 the rezoning of approximately 11 acres southwest of College Boulevard and Sunnybrook Road from BP (Business Park) to C-2 (Community Center), with a conceptual preliminary site development plan. Planning Commission had recommended approval 7-0. Staff described the project as the commercial component of a coordinated mixed-use area next to the approved Dillons grocery store, with restaurants, a bank, and retail uses; it does not include vertical mixed-use. Councilmember Schoonover voted no, supporting the rezoning but not the conceptual preliminary site development plan. The applicant said architecture would complement the Dillons development. - Ordinance No. 26-46 (RZ26-0006) - College & Sunnybrook Multifamily: The Council approved 5-1 the rezoning of approximately 20 acres southwest of College Boulevard and S. Valley Road from BP to R-3 (Low-Density Multifamily), with a conceptual preliminary site development plan for 333 rental units consisting of apartments and townhomes, at a density of 16.65 units per acre. Planning Commission had recommended approval 6-1. Staff reported that 37 nearby residents signed an informal petition and that public concerns included traffic, noise, lighting, building height, stormwater, and compatibility. Applicant Curt Peterson stated the closest multifamily building would be about 250 feet from homes to the west, about 75 percent of existing trees would be preserved, and elevations would be similar. Councilmember Creighton voted no, objecting to converting commercial land to residential. The motion added a stipulation that the preliminary site development plan return to City Council for approval. - Ordinance No. 26-47: Approved 6-0 to amend Title 6 of the Olathe Municipal Code by adopting the 2025 Johnson County Environmental Sanitary and Aquatic Health Codes. - Ordinance No. 26-48 - 2027 Budget: Approved 5-1. Councilmember Essex voted no, saying residents were concerned about property tax burdens and affordability. Councilmember Schoonover supported the budget but urged future consideration of revenue-neutral alternatives or spending guardrails. Mayor Bacon noted the city mill levy is not increasing and that higher tax bills reflect higher property values. - Resolution No. 26-1078 - 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan: Approved 6-0. - Resolution No. 26-1079 - 2027 Fees and Charges: Approved 6-0. The Council discussed the transfer station minimum charge increasing to $40; Public Works Director Beth Wright clarified the per-ton rate was unchanged and the fee was intended to encourage use of bulk-item pickup. Public Comments & Testimony - Hayleigh Hess, an Olathe Girls Softball Association board vice president, asked the Council to look beyond the open bid and recognize OGSA's 53 years of history and volunteer investment; she warned a for-profit operator could make softball less affordable and asked the city to reopen dialogue. - Darren Elliott also spoke regarding the Olathe Girls Softball Association; his remarks are listed in the minutes but do not appear in the transcript. - John Bott, OGSA treasurer and involved since 1984, described the complex's history and asked the Council to reconsider the RFP. - Cecil Luna spoke in support of OGSA, saying the decision was about the girls and accusing the city of focusing on money. - Charlotte O'Hare was listed as a scheduled speaker but did not appear. Planning Session - Annexation Report - 6.98 acres (ANX26-0003): The Council accepted a report on a request to annex approximately 6.98 acres southwest of W. 167th Street and S. Ridgeview Road. - Annexation Report - 70.12 acres (ANX26-0004): The Council accepted a report on Johnson County Aggregates' request to annex approximately 70.12 acres southeast of W. Old 56 Highway and W. 151st Street. City Attorney Ron Shaver said annexation must occur before related rezoning and special-use permit applications can be considered, though the items could be scheduled for the same meeting. Staff said the later permits would address the existing quarry and proposed expansion, including operating limits, dust mitigation, and monitoring; measures included enclosing a rock-transfer point, paving haul areas at the northern quarry, and operating a vacuum truck daily, while roads serving the southern quarry would remain unpaved. The Planning Commission had voted 6-2 on the expansion and 7-1 on opening the existing special-use permit. Mayor Bacon and Councilmember Schoonover asked for a demonstrated commitment to dust control before permit decisions. Staff expected the applications to return to the Council on October 6. - Parking Garage Artwork Discussion (PN 6-C-003-24): Events and Rentals Manager Renee Rush presented the recommended public artwork, 'Ad Astra' by artist Jay Yan, a 48-foot-high ceramic tile mosaic on the southwest elevator tower of the new City/County Parking Garage. The artwork has a sunflower-to-star design, a $200,000 public art budget funded through the public art ordinance's 1 percent of eligible capital project costs, and is expected to last more than 30 years. Councilmember Creighton asked about funding and long-term maintenance; Councilmember Vakas supported the artist and material but requested a more muted, natural color palette; Councilmember Schoonover supported the proposal; Mayor Bacon questioned appearance, cost, warranty, and repairability and requested alternatives. Staff agreed to provide other concepts and additional information before the contract returns for consideration. Additional Items and Recognitions - Councilmembers recognized Senior Planner Emily Carrillo for positive public feedback, thanked softball families for attending, noted National Voter Registration Day, National Stormwater Day, and National IT Professionals Day, and recognized retiring Public Works Director Beth Wright. - City Manager Sherman thanked staff for budget work. - Mayor Bacon announced the third annual pickleball tournament benefiting the Olathe Mayor's Children's Fund. Key Outcomes - Executive session actions authorized: 6-0 on the Loretto development agreement amendment, and 6-0 on downtown property acquisition. - Consent Agenda approved 6-0. - Ordinance 26-45 approved 5-1, with Councilmember Schoonover voting no. - Ordinance 26-46 approved 5-1, with Councilmember Creighton voting no, and with a stipulation that the preliminary site development plan return to City Council. - Ordinance 26-47 approved 6-0. - Ordinance 26-48 approved 5-1, with Councilmember Essex voting no. - Resolution 26-1078 approved 6-0. - Resolution 26-1079 approved 6-0. - Annexation reports accepted; no formal decision made on the annexation applications. - Parking garage artwork discussion deferred pending additional options and information from staff.

The meeting began at 5:30 p.m. with a moment of silence for former Councilor Tonya Briggs, followed by extensive public input on topics including a pocket park naming, the Flock surveillance system, the proposed closure of Douglas Elementary, and the Land Use Code update. The council then moved through a consent agenda, proclamations, the second reading of the Land Use Code, presentations on a short-term rental festival license and potential moratoria on data centers and advanced air mobility, staff reports, and council business. Moment of Silence - Mayor Pro Tem Barnes and Councilor Gallegos shared tributes to Councilor Tonya Briggs, who passed away three years ago, highlighting her compassion and contributions to the community. Public Comments & Testimony - Frank Archuletta advocated for naming the pocket park at 701 Public Road 'Rosabella Park' in honor of Rosabella Luaris, citing the city's naming policy criteria and the need to acknowledge Latino history and heal past injustices. - Roy Johnson supported Rosabella Park and criticized the city's budget prioritization, noting the street repair budget doubled from $2.6 million to $5.2 million while other needs like the water park and affordable housing were underfunded. He asked for greater scrutiny of the 2027 budget. - Karen Norbach discussed the comprehensive plan, emphasizing that height tables are roadmaps, not examples, and that the community survey showed 56% considered higher density (up to three stories) not a priority. She urged a professional community survey every two years. - Tony Munoz supported Rosabella Park and asked the council to hold off on rezoning churches, suggesting a variance process instead. - Chao Chen raised concerns about the Flock camera system, citing 140,000 searches in Q1 2026 (annualized over 500,000), mostly from outside departments. He proposed three actions: a council vote on the annual $77,000 cost for the 2027 budget, designating mass surveillance as a category requiring a vote regardless of cost, and moving the October 27 Flock presentation before the budget process to allow public input. - Kelsey Ross, Aaron Palmer, Ryan O'Leary, Robert Seeger, and Kelly Fry spoke about the proposed closure of Douglas Elementary by BVSD, noting that 48% of its students are Lafayette residents. They asked the council to formally request BVSD to pause the closure and include Lafayette in the process. - Brad Edwards (Pastor, Table Presbyterian Church) asked that the August 18 minutes be amended to reflect the council's direction to rezone church parcels at 287 S. Boulder Road to NC (Neighborhood Center) consistent with Immaculate Conception, and that the zoning map be amended accordingly. - Mike Page, Preston Patton, Brian Obenchain, Nathan Korneck, Six Crady, Andrea, and Lucas Hingmeyer all voiced opposition to the Flock camera system, citing Fourth Amendment violations, privacy concerns, documented abuse, and a pending federal case. Multiple speakers requested a standalone council vote on renewal. - Michael Watson supported Rosabella Park and criticized the Land Use Code, alleging it favors developers and includes loopholes (e.g., no height limit for certain building types in OTX3). He called the process corrupt. - Vicky Euland expressed concerns about the mobile home community (MHC) zoning language, worried it might allow replacement of owner-occupied mobile homes with rental units. She asked for more public input and clarification. - John Murp spoke about his industrial building being rezoned from industrial to AMX2, making his business non-conforming, which could affect property value and future sale. He asked for individual consideration of such properties. - Rob Glenn (IDEA Board) reminded about board application deadlines, supported Rosabella Park, and invited the community to a reflections event. - Cindy Lurie (caller) urged the council to follow the comprehensive plan's two-story height limit in Old Town and opposed leaving height restrictions open-ended. - Additional callers echoed concerns on Flock and land use height issues. Consent Agenda - The consent agenda included approval of September 1 meeting minutes, August 25 workshop summary, and second readings of Ordinances 16 and 17 (with items A and E pulled). - Items A (August 18 minutes) and E (Ordinance 17 on purchasing procedures) were pulled for separate discussion. - The remaining consent items were approved unanimously. Discussion Items - August 18 Meeting Minutes (Item A): Councilor Bullier noted that the minutes did not accurately reflect the council's direction to rezone church parcels at 287 S. Boulder Road to NC. After discussion, the council voted unanimously to amend the minutes to state that staff was directed to rezone the parcels consistently with Immaculate Conception (NC). The amended minutes were then approved. - Ordinance 17 - Purchasing Procedures (Item E): Councilor Bullier proposed exempting Flock and ALPR contracts from automatic approval. The city attorney recommended against amending the ordinance but suggested providing policy direction to the city manager. After debate, the council voted 6-1 to approve the ordinance as written, with Councilor Bullier opposed. Mayor Tapia Vega and others noted that the Flock contract exceeds the threshold and will come before council, and a workshop is scheduled for October 27. - Proclamations: Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15-Oct 15) and Human Resources Professionals Day (Sept 26) were both approved unanimously. - Land Use Code Update (Ordinance 15, Second Reading): Staff presented amendments from the first reading and joint workshop. Council discussed and approved an amendment to fix the OTX3 height loophole, adding a 35-foot limit for all building types in OTX3 (originally a clerical error). The council also discussed zoning consistency for church parcels on 287; though some council members favored NC designation, the city attorney clarified that a comprehensive plan amendment would be required, so the matter was deferred to the second ordinance. The council then voted unanimously to approve the amended land use code and zoning map. - Short-Term Rental Festival License (Presentation): Staff presented a proposed pilot program for a festival license to accommodate Sundance 2027, relaxing certain requirements (e.g., primary residence rule) for a defined event window. Council expressed interest and directed staff to return with a resolution for a pilot program. - Potential Moratoria on Data Centers and Advanced Air Mobility (Presentation): The deputy city attorney explained the need for moratoriums to study land-use impacts. Staff recommended 18-month moratoria. After discussion, the council voted unanimously to direct staff to draft moratorium ordinances for both data centers and AAM (with a note that AAM may need longer study due to FAA complexities). Council Reports & Appointments - Youth Advisory Board Appointment: Councilor Gallegos moved to appoint Francesca Hood to a one-year term. The motion passed unanimously. - Councilors provided updates on community events (Road of Remembrance dedication, Migratory Birds Festival), SRAB discussions on investment policy and drought plan, and board recruitment. Key Outcomes - Consent Agenda: Approved with items A and E pulled for separate action. - August 18 Minutes: Amended to clarify church rezoning direction; approved. - Ordinance 17: Approved 6-1 (Councilor Bullier dissenting). - Proclamations: Unanimously adopted. - Land Use Code (Ordinance 15): Unanimously approved with amendments, including fixing the OTX3 height limit to 35 feet; church zoning issue deferred to second ordinance. - Short-Term Rental Festival License: Council directed staff to draft a pilot program resolution. - Moratoria: Council directed staff to draft ordinances for data centers (18 months) and advanced air mobility (18 months, with potential extension) for consideration at a future meeting. - Youth Advisory Board Appointment: Francesca Hood appointed unanimously. - Next steps: Staff to prepare the pilot program resolution, moratorium ordinances, and continue work on the second land use code ordinance.

The Yorktown Town Board held a regular meeting on September 15, 2026, beginning at approximately 7:30 PM. The meeting covered a wide range of topics, including the future of emergency medical services (EMS), a proposed local law to override the state tax levy cap, e-bike and traffic safety regulations, short-term rental concerns, and multiple resolutions. A significant portion of the meeting involved a heated debate over the handling of an RFP for EMS services, with Councilwoman Susan Siegel accusing the Supervisor of delaying a study on ambulance districts. The board also voted to enter executive session to discuss a property conveyance, and later passed several resolutions. Consent Calendar - Authorized an unpaid leave of absence for employee 302010 through October 5, 2026 (unanimous). - Approved multiple routine resolutions, including: authorizing use of the nutrition center for Chabad of Yorktown's Hanukkah celebration (Dec. 6, 2026) and Lights of Tomorrow event (Oct. 1, 2026); releasing erosion control bonds ($500 each); authorizing a fire alarm system installation at the Alice E. Roker Archival and Records Center; setting a public hearing date for the tax levy override local law; authorizing the Section 8 program director to sign annual certifications; setting a public hearing for the Housing Choice Voucher program; authorizing an RFP for fee accounting services for Section 8; authorizing an agreement with Rayburn Consulting for water billing software procedures; and designating Town Clerk Diana Quast as a delegate to the NY Association of Towns legislative meeting (Sept. 22-23, 2026). Public Comments & Testimony - Zamir Kutra (resident): Expressed concern about non-owner-occupied short-term rentals (Airbnb) in residential neighborhoods, noting two such properties in town. Requested the board consider regulations similar to neighboring towns like North Salem. - Dan Curtin (resident): Advocated for increased funding for the Yorktown Library, noting high book prices and the library's value to the community. - Bill Catucci (owner, Fieldstone Manor): Addressed a donated park property, stating the town had not formally accepted the deed and that he had been defamed. He claimed the town should have checked records before legal action. He left before further discussion. - Major Mike Sheridan (Veterans Advisory Committee): Announced the committee's meeting on Sept. 16 at 7 PM in Room 104, and mentioned two topics: risk assessment for a fireworks display that dropped debris on the VFW property, and stolen valor comments made during a May 12, 2016 work session. - Howard Gould (resident): Urged stricter regulation of e-bikes and high-speed scooters, calling for parental financial responsibility and safety training. He noted the gap between state law and local needs. - Sarah Wilson (resident): Supported clarifying rules on short-term rentals and announced the Garden Club's public tours of the native plant garden at Veteran Memorial Circle on Sept. 20. - Michael Hickens (resident): Asked about the completion of striping at the intersection of Route 118 and Underhill Avenue (Supervisor said temporary striping is in place, with final striping pending fire department testing) and expressed concern about runoff from the Granite Point development in Somers into the Amawalk Reservoir. - Jamir Chandani (resident): Asked whether the Sept. 29 special meeting on EMS would be in open or closed session (Supervisor confirmed closed session for interviews, with a brief open portion to allow EMS corps members to attend). Discussion Items - EMS RFP and Ambulance District Study: Councilwoman Susan Siegel delivered a prepared statement accusing Supervisor Ed Lacterman of political delays in studying the creation of a special purpose ambulance district to provide additional revenue to the two volunteer ambulance corps (Yorktown VAC and Mohegan EMS). She noted that only one of seven RFP responses addressed the original study purpose; the other six proposed far more expensive comprehensive EMS studies. She argued the board should interview only qualified respondents and criticized the decision to postpone discussion to a closed session on Sept. 29. Supervisor Lacterman and Deputy Supervisor Sergio Esposito defended the approach, emphasizing the need for a holistic study and stating that all seven respondents would be interviewed to avoid legal challenges. Councilwoman Stuzen Siegel and other board members noted that the board consists of five members and that the public should decide on a potential tax increase. - Tax Levy Override Local Law: The board discussed and set a public hearing date for a proposed local law to override the state tax cap for fiscal year 2027. Councilwoman Siegel expressed opposition, arguing the tax cap exists for a reason and that the board should not rush to override it. The supervisor and others noted that the law is a necessary precaution due to inflation and rising costs, and that it does not directly raise taxes but allows the board to exceed the cap if needed. - E-Bike and Traffic Safety Laws: Supervisor Lacterman announced that a work session on e-bike regulations, traffic safety, sign laws, and cell tower laws will be held on October 13, 2026. Councilwoman Siegel stated she had sent memos with specific suggestions, but noted that state law limits local action and that Westchester County must act first before municipalities can strengthen regulations. Howard Gould's public comments reiterated the need for stricter enforcement. - Short-Term Rentals (AirBnb): The supervisor confirmed the building department is already looking into the issue, and that it may be addressed with a new law by next year. Councilwoman Siegel noted the town has a boarding house regulation but may need a specific provision. - John Tageter Consulting Contract Extension: A resolution to extend John Tageter's planning consulting contract (up to 18 hours/week at $105/hour for six months) sparked debate. Councilwoman Siegel argued the work (Comp Plan review, Field Home reuse, streetscape) is largely complete and that new Planning Director Robin Steinberg can handle it, saving $45,000. Other board members supported the extension, noting that Tageter provides institutional knowledge and that Steinberg requested the support. The funding comes from the assistant planner salary line (currently unfilled), and Tageter averages 12 hours/week. The resolution passed 3-2, with Siegel and one other opposed. - Field Home Reuse and Other Planning Issues: During the Tageter discussion, the supervisor mentioned ongoing work, including the Field Home reuse (a deadline looms within 60 days of plat signing), historical signage at Underhill Farm, and a potential senior center location at Sparkle Lake (opposed by some due to accessibility concerns). Key Outcomes - Set September 29, 2026 Special Meeting: Approved a resolution to hold a closed-session meeting on Sept. 29 at 5 PM to interview all seven EMS RFP respondents, with a public session to follow. The vote was unanimous. - Public Hearing Set for Tax Cap Override: Set a public hearing for a proposed local law to override the tax levy limit for fiscal year 2027. Vote: 4-1 (Councilwoman Siegel opposed). - Approved Do Not Knock Registry: Adopted a local law amending Chapter 219 (Peddling and Soliciting) to add a registry where residents can opt out of door-to-door solicitation, with enforcement by police. The law does not cover political or charitable solicitations. The resolution passed unanimously. - Passed Multiple Resolutions (Consent Calendar): See Consent Calendar above. All passed unanimously except as noted. - Conveyance of Real Property at 3680 Lexington Avenue: After a closed executive session, the board voted to accept the conveyance. The vote was not recorded in the transcript but was approved. - Grant Application Authorization: Approved the supervisor to sign the CREST grant preliminary application for $100,000 for safety and security projects. - Tom Diana Park Parking Lot Completion: Accepted the completed parking lot paving project and authorized final payment to Cerone Construction Inc. (motion approved). - John Tageter Contract Extension: Approved 3-2, with two council members opposed.

The Draper City Council met on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, beginning with a 5:30 PM study session and reconvening for the regular business session shortly after 7:00 PM. The study session included a closed-session motion and the Draper Days recap; the business session covered the consent calendar, a development agreement, a budget amendment, surplus vehicle sales, and council reports. No separately adopted minutes were available in the source materials; this summary draws on the posted agenda and the raw transcript. Study Session & Closed Session - The council moved to go into closed session for litigation, property acquisition, and security measures. The closed-session meeting was to be held in the Administrative Conference Room at Draper City Hall. - Staff presented the Draper Days recap. Vendor revenue at Draper Park increased about 26% over 2025. Three anchor sponsors provided $35,000, roughly one-third of the $102,000 total sponsorships. Among vendor survey respondents, 5% said the event was not successful. The city subsidy for Draper Days decreased nearly 5% from the prior year. The largest expense was the stage at almost $60,000. Rodeo expenses increased $38,000, driven by a $17,000 LED board, a $4,600 water truck (normally sponsored by Wadsworth but not this year), and a $7,000 shade awning. Staff feedback noted the public liked the larger concert area and the proximity of food vendors. - The agenda listed a Willow Creek Update; the available transcript does not include discussion of that item. Consent Calendar - A motion was made to approve the consent calendar, which included approval of the September 1, 2026 City Council meeting minutes and Resolution 2644 reappointing Alan Taylor to the Draper City Building Board of Appeals. The consent calendar was approved. Public Comments & Testimony - During general public comment, one resident spoke about public safety. The resident said Draper police officers should be in Draper, not in South Salt Lake, and identified a first goal of having officers respond in less than 15 minutes. The resident also said public safety is in jeopardy because the jail cannot hold prisoners, which prevents accountability and the opportunity for those individuals to change. - Public hearings for Items 5A and 5B were opened and closed with no public comment. Discussion Items - Item 5A - Exchange Development Agreement: The council considered an ordinance approving an exchange development agreement for approximately 2.15 acres at approximately 14068 South 145 East. The applicant, representing Woodbury in partnership with Hunt Companies, requested a development agreement to build a building matching the existing office park. Requested elements included elimination of landscape islands and head-to-head parking rows, permissive (not required) tree diamonds, no change to the base parking ratio of four spaces per 1,000 square feet, concurrent site plan and building permit review with the building permit not issued until site plan approval, and shared parking/cross-access aisles on the property. A representative described the company as an ESOP company focused on people and purpose, and said the Draper facility is purpose-built for current and future R&D for a government customer. Council discussion addressed roof antennas (screened, no wider than six to eight feet), a fourth story triggered by occupied space under a canopy, and the building appearing from ground level like the adjacent three-story building. The height exception was tied to roof access for the antennas. The public hearing was closed, and the council then discussed the motion. - Item 5B - Budget Amendment: The council considered a resolution amending the adopted FY 2026-2027 budget with 12 items. The amendment included two new grants as additional revenue, use of fund balance, reappropriation of previously approved but expired budget amounts for continuing projects, delayed fleet vehicle purchases, a $2 million grant for the Centennial Pump Improvement Project (formerly Pump Station 2) to repair and upgrade the pump station, and an additional $100,000 for two newly identified sidewalk gap replacement areas along Pioneer Road/Fort Street between 132nd and Pioneer, funded from sidewalk maintenance fund balance. The amendment also moved money from personnel budgets to operational budgets to keep line items balanced. The public hearing was closed without comment, and the council discussed the amendment. - Item 5C - Surplus Vehicle Sales: The council considered an action item to approve sale of surplus vehicles above the city's threshold. The older vehicles were being sent to auction because they had been replaced. Council discussion noted vehicles from model years 2024, 2025, and 2026 being auctioned because the city is no longer in the garbage business. - Council/Manager Reports: The city manager reported on a league call with cities that had proposed tax increases; a common theme was the documentation workload required to show the tax commission that every requirement had been met. The manager reported the process went through and said the city will monitor legislative changes in the next session, while not saying the city is raising taxes next year. A council member also shared a community compliment about a recent fire event being the best one a resident's kids had attended. Key Outcomes - Approved the consent calendar, including the September 1, 2026 meeting minutes and Resolution 2644 reappointing Alan Taylor to the Draper City Building Board of Appeals. - Approved Item 5A, the exchange development agreement for the approximately 2.15-acre property at approximately 14068 South 145 East. - Approved Item 5B, the FY 2026-2027 budget amendment. - Approved Item 5C, the sale/auction of surplus vehicles. - Moved to go into closed session for litigation, property acquisition, and security measures during the study session. - A motion to adjourn was made by Councilmember Catherine, and the meeting adjourned. - The available transcript does not include roll-call vote tallies.

The Broken Arrow City Council met on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 6:30 PM in the Council Chambers. The meeting included a consent agenda with numerous routine approvals, several presentations, public comments, discussion of data center regulations, appointments to boards, adoption of ordinances updating city codes, and an executive session on litigation. Consent Calendar - The council approved the consent agenda with the exception of items S and V, which were pulled for separate discussion. - Item S (Firefighter renewals for Oklahoma Task Force-1): The council approved the renewal for five firefighters to participate in the state urban search and rescue team. The council recognized their service and the program's value. - Item V (Indian Spring Sport Center Baseball Shade Structures): The council approved awarding the contract to Scissor Tail Construction with an amendment to include alternates one, two, and three, covering all eight remaining fields. The total cost increased from $340,164 to $404,387, with additional funding from 2018 GO bond funds. - All other consent items (A through R, T through U, W through AR) were approved as presented. Public Comments & Testimony - Alan Jackson: Spoke about property rights, citing the Declaration of Independence and the Oklahoma Constitution. He argued that government's purpose is to protect property and urged the council to protect existing residents from outside development. - Chuck Rowland: Raised concerns about stormwater runoff from a nearby development (Seven Oaks) causing flooding on his property, leading to tree damage and personal expense. He stated he had raised the issue multiple times without resolution and requested a process for follow-up. Discussion Items - Presentation of Citation to Officer Z. Vick: The council presented a citation and challenge coin to Officer Vick for saving an 8-year-old autistic child from drowning on May 27, 2026. The rescue was captured on body camera and featured on local news. Officer Vick was also recognized by Tulsa Crime Stoppers and the Oklahoma Attorney General. - Proclamation of Constitution Week: The council adopted a proclamation declaring September 15–21, 2026, as Constitution Week, presented to the Broken Arrow Creek and Creek Lands chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Council member Ford also received a DAR certificate for historic preservation work. - ScotFest Access Presentation: Community Development Director Rocky Hinkle presented the access plan for the ScotFest event (September 18–20, 2026) at Events Park. Parking will be at NSU with shuttles; accessible parking will be on 41st Street. Barricades will go up at 4:45 PM on Friday. The council noted this is likely the festival's last year. - Data Center Study Committee Update: City Manager Michael Spurgeon reported that the internal study group is continuing due diligence during the moratorium (in effect until end of 2026, with possible six-month extension). Key updates: coordination with Oklahoma City (considering separate classifications for hyperscale vs. smaller facilities, closed-loop cooling); PSO reported 7.1 GW generation capacity vs. 4.5 GW peak summer demand, requiring data centers to fund 100% of grid connection costs. The city has received two consultant proposals for zoning assistance. No recommendation has been made yet; a further extension may be requested. - Council Business: - Downtown Master Plan Advisory Committee: Appointed Farhad Doroga to the committee. - Visit Broken Arrow Board: Approved one reappointment (Ben Bowie) and three new appointments (Tammy Seal, Ravi Desai, Brad Gordon) for terms ending September 30, 2028 (Brad Gordon ends September 2027). - Construction Variance: Approved a variance for Brewer Construction at the new Ferguson Kia building to allow work starting at 3 AM for two nights. - Ordinances: The council adopted several ordinances (see Key Outcomes) with emergency clauses. - Remarks by Council Members: - Mayor Wimpee and council members reported on a sister city visit to Rincón de Ramos and Agua Caliente, Mexico, praising hospitality and future exchange opportunities. - Council member Ford reminded of upcoming events: ScotFest (Sept 18-20), Hops Bops and Bites Festival (Sept 26), Broken Arrow Invitational marching band competition (Sept 19), senior center pickleball tournament (Sept 20), Veterans Day Parade (Nov 7). - Vice Mayor Parks asked about stormwater detention policy; staff confirmed that post-development runoff must not exceed pre-development levels, a policy in place since 1994. He also noted the Town of Inola extended its moratorium on a smelter plant. - City Manager Updates: - Recognized retirements (5 employees with 10-38 years of service) and promotions/transfers (5 employees). - Provided an update on College Street widening project: east section (15th to 23rd) funded by Amazon ($4.2 million) with design and right-of-way nearly complete; west section (9th to 15th) is a city project with 60% design complete. - Announced a future presentation on the 2026 bond package (14-year plan) after receiving assessed values. - Reported that the contractor for County Line Road widening (ODOT project) was absent for five months; the city manager expressed frustration and plans to contact state legislators and ODOT about the contractor's performance. - Clarified that a scheduled meeting with Mr. Rowland and other residents was canceled because the city was named in a legal action, requiring attorney presence. Key Outcomes - Consent Agenda: Approved as amended (items S and V approved separately; V amended to include all eight shade structures). - Presentation/Proclamations: Officer Vick recognized; Constitution Week proclaimed. - Appointments: - Farhad Doroga appointed to Downtown Master Plan Advisory Committee (unanimous). - Ben Bowie (reappointment), Tammy Seal, Ravi Desai, Brad Gordon appointed to Visit Broken Arrow Board (unanimous). - Construction Variance: Approved for Ferguson Kia building (unanimous). - Ordinances Adopted (all with emergency clauses, approved by roll call votes): - Ordinance 3954: Establishes permitting fees for right-of-way construction by non-franchised entities (fees tied to manual fee schedule). - Ordinance 3953: Increases City Manager's contract/purchase approval limit from $50,000 to $100,000; Assistant City Manager limit to $25,000. - Ordinance 3955: Adopts 2024 ICC codes and NFPA 2023 National Electric Code as amended by Oklahoma Uniform Building Code Commission, with local amendments. - Ordinance 3956: Updates property maintenance code to reflect building code changes. - Ordinance 3957: Closes a utility easement on property near 81st Street and 145th East Avenue. - Ordinance 3958: Closes another utility easement in the same area. - Executive Session: The council entered executive session to discuss confidential legal matters regarding Drake litigation and McMahon litigation. No action was taken in open session following the executive session.