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This meeting of the Land Use, Housing and Transportation Standing Committee convened at 2:00 PM on October 21, 2026, chaired by Chair Jones. The committee heard a detailed presentation on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), reviewed and made recommendations on board and commission vacancies, and considered four ordinances. All items brought to a vote were approved, and several were continued for further review.
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