The meeting opened on November 3, 2025, with a formal welcome addressed to citizens of Portsmouth, all in-person and remote attendees, and city staff. The chair acknowledged the City Manager, Mr. Carter, City Attorney, Mr. Derek Challenger, and fellow council members. No further discussion, public comments, or specific agenda items are recorded in the provided transcript excerpt.
Good evening, uh, citizens of Portsmouth. All who are watching all who are in attendance, our city staff. And right now I want to acknowledge um certainly uh city staff who is here and our city manager, Mr. Carter, our city attorney, Mr. Derek Challenger, and my colleagues on council. Yes, Dr. Yes.