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On October 22, 2026, the Tempe City Council held a Work Study Session covering the Opioid Response Plan 2026-2029, the draft Tempe Transportation Plan 2050, and the Double Butte Cemetery assessment. The meeting began with proclamations declaring October 22, 2026 as Lights on Afterschool Day and October 2026 as Hindu Heritage Month. Mayor Corey Woods also expressed support for communities impacted by recent storm events.
You know what I heard? Because I had the microphone on when I banged the gavel, or Councilman Burke Keating absorbs a lot of the sound on this side. It's a mystery. Someone who knows more about science can talk to us about this later. But anyway, good afternoon. Welcome to the Tempe City Council work study session agenda. I don't know what is called to order. Council meetings can be watched in real time via Cox Cable Channel 11 and at Tempe.gov slash Tempe Eleven. Members of the public may also attend the meeting virtually through Microsoft Teams. Public speaker sign up in the council chambers is electronic. If you would like to speak on an issue review session or committee of the whole item on the agenda, please scan the QR code displayed in the chambers and select the call to the audience period that you wish to speak during. If you need assistance, please see a staff member at the back of the chambers. If you submitted an online comment card requesting to speak, you do not need to sign up again. Thank you so much for your involvement. Next up, item number two announcements for the mayor and or city manager. I have a couple here. And whereas Tempe is committed to the education and well-being of our youth by investing in programs that enrich children with new experiences and opportunities, provide hands-on learning, help children realize their full potential, prepare children to become successful adults, and help our community thrive. And whereas the demand for after-school programs continues to grow, at the same time, many after-school programs face severe operating challenges that force them to close and turn off their lights. And whereas the City of Tempe is proud to provide expanded learning opportunities that help our children learn, grow, and develop the skills essential for success in life and work. Now, therefore, I, Corey Woods, mayor of the City of Tempe, Arizona, do hereby declare October 22nd, 2026, as lights on after school day in Tempe, Arizona. One, two, three, one. Thank you. All right, next up, item 2B, Hindu Heritage Month Proclamation. I want to invite uh Vivub Nagar Nagare to come join me up front and volunteers and members, so come on up. And how are you? Hello, hello. I might need help, help pronouncing one thing here. I'm just gonna put that out there before we start, but I'll read the rest. So this reads whereas Hinduism is the third largest religion in the world, with more than one billion followers worldwide, including several millions in the United States, and the city of Tempe is home to a vibrant Hindu community whose heritage, culture, traditions, and values have enriched our diverse city. And whereas during the month of October 2026, the Hindu community across the state of Arizona and across the nation will welcome Hindu Heritage Month, an opportunity to learn how Hindu Americans have contributed contributed to humanity in all aspects of life, art, science, medicine, technology, and spirituality, and to uphold the concept of help me read this one here. What's the kutambakum? Thank you. Meaning the entire universe is one family. And whereas Hinduism represents one of the world's oldest faiths and civilizations, with its ancient wisdom placing emphasis on fostering peace and engaging in selfless service to others. And whereas Tempe, Arizona is proud to recognize our Hindu community, whose continued contributions and rich heritage reflect the values of unity that define our city and invites the citizens of Tempe to join in the celebration of Hinduism and the Hindu community's many contributions to our city and the United States. Now, therefore, I, Corey Woods, mayor of the city of Tempe, Arizona, do hereby declare October 2026 as Hindu Heritage Month in Tempe, Arizona. Thank you. Thank you. Also, just one other announcement here, just want to say, on behalf of the city of Tempe, I'd like to express on behalf of myself and the entire council support for those communities that have been impacted by recent storm events. The devastation in communities like Hebrew Overguard, Dewey Humboldt, Pine, Strawberry, and Prescott Valley is horrible. The damages to roofs, cars, trees, and more in neighboring communities like Mesa, Chandler, Phoenix, and Glendale has been extensive. Last October, our community was severely impacted by a microburst. We still feel that loss when we think of the trees that were down and the damage done to homes and businesses.