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| 1 | 1 | 1 | 2026-06-29 | San Jose City Council to discuss Cottle Road rezoning, airport fees, and $1M waste settlement | <p>The San Jose City Council on June 23 will consider several items including a rezoning request for a parcel on Cottle Road, new landing fees at Mineta International Airport, and a $1 million legal settlement with California Waste Solutions. The meeting agenda was published but minutes have not yet been released.</p> <h2>Rezoning along Cottle Road</h2> <p>The council will review a proposal to rezone 15 Cottle Road from IP Industrial Park to LI Light Industrial. If approved, the change would allow different types of industrial uses on the property. The item is part of the consent calendar.</p> <h2>Airport fee changes</h2> <p>Two airport-related items are on the agenda. The council will consider an amendment to the concession agreement with PRI-San José, LLC, which operates at Mineta San José International Airport. Additionally, the council will discuss establishing new general aviation landing fees at the airport. The precise fee amounts were not specified in the agenda summary.</p> <h2>$1 million legal settlement</h2> <p>The council will vote on a proposed $1,000,000 settlement in the case *California Waste Solutions, Inc. v. City of San Jose*. The payment would resolve the litigation without a court judgment. No further details about the dispute were provided in the agenda.</p> <h2>Energy costs and other business</h2> <p>The council will also consider paying up to $650,000 to California Community Power for operating costs. California Community Power is a joint powers agency that coordinates energy procurement for local governments. Other consent calendar items include approval of committee minutes and routine rezoning matters.</p> <p>Because the meeting has already occurred but minutes have not been published, it is not yet known which items were approved, amended, or withdrawn. The official record will be available once the city publishes the meeting minutes.</p> <h2>Coming up</h2> <p>As of July 5, no City Council or other city government meetings are scheduled in the next 14 days. Residents should check the c… | The San Jose City Council on June 23 will consider several items including a rezoning request for a parcel on Cottle Road, new landing fees at Mineta International Airport, and a $1 million legal settlement with California Waste Solutions. The meeting agenda was published but minutes have not yet been released. ## Rezoning along Cottle Road The council will review a proposal to rezone 15 Cottle Road from IP Industrial Park to LI Light Industrial. If approved, the change would allow different types of industrial uses on the property. The item is part of the consent calendar. ## Airport fee changes Two airport-related items are on the agenda. The council will consider an amendment to the concession agreement with PRI-San José, LLC, which operates at Mineta San José International Airport. Additionally, the council will discuss establishing new general aviation landing fees at the airport. The precise fee amounts were not specified in the agenda summary. ## $1 million legal settlement The council will vote on a proposed $1,000,000 settlement in the case *California Waste Solutions, Inc. v. City of San Jose*. The payment would resolve the litigation without a court judgment. No further details about the dispute were provided in the agenda. ## Energy costs and other business The council will also consider paying up to $650,000 to California Community Power for operating costs. California Community Power is a joint powers agency that coordinates energy procurement for local governments. Other consent calendar items include approval of committee minutes and routine rezoning matters. Because the meeting has already occurred but minutes have not been published, it is not yet known which items were approved, amended, or withdrawn. The official record will be available once the city publishes the meeting minutes. ## Coming up As of July 5, no City Council or other city government meetings are scheduled in the next 14 days. Residents should check the city's meeting calendar for future updates. | 2026-07-05 18:58:15 |
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2026-06-29 | Oakland Committee Roundup: Costco Talks Advance, Youth Grants Approved, Sanctuary Strengthened | <p>Oakland City Council committees forwarded a series of substantial items to the full council this week, including a potential Costco store, $20.7 million in annual youth grants, and strengthened sanctuary city rules. All committee votes were 4–0 or 3–0, and the decisions will appear before the City Council on July 7.</p> <h2>Costco exclusive negotiation agreement moves ahead</h2> <p>The Community & Economic Development Committee voted 4–0 to authorize a 24-month exclusive negotiation agreement with Costco for a store on city property at 101 Admiral Robert Toney Way and 2308 Wake Avenue. Under the deal, Costco would pay Oakland $300,000, with two possible six-month extensions costing $25,000 each. The resolution now heads to the full council.</p> <h2>$20.7 million in annual youth grants forwarded</h2> <p>The Life Enrichment Committee approved Oakland Fund for Children and Youth (OFCY) year-round program grants totaling up to $20,677,356 per year for fiscal years 2026–2028, contingent on funding and performance. The 4–0 vote sends the item to the City Council for final approval.</p> <h2>Public safety panel bolsters sanctuary protections</h2> <p>The Public Safety Committee voted 3–0 to remove exceptions in the city’s Sanctuary City Ordinance that allowed police to detain individuals on civil immigration detainers and to respond to notification requests. The strengthened ordinance now goes to the council. The same committee also approved (3–0) temporary street closures on 9th–11th Avenues aimed at disrupting sex trafficking. A sideshow penalty ordinance was withdrawn and rescheduled.</p> <h2>$2.49 million 14th Street safety project approved</h2> <p>The Public Works and Transportation Committee advanced a $2.49 million contract to Gruendl Inc. for the 14th Street Safety Project. Members also approved two $750,000 street sweeper brush contracts (to United Rotary Brush Corp and Owen Equipment Sales) and asphalt/concrete disposal contracts worth up to $2.8 million each over five years. The award of a Broadway stree… | Oakland City Council committees forwarded a series of substantial items to the full council this week, including a potential Costco store, $20.7 million in annual youth grants, and strengthened sanctuary city rules. All committee votes were 4–0 or 3–0, and the decisions will appear before the City Council on July 7. ## Costco exclusive negotiation agreement moves ahead The Community & Economic Development Committee voted 4–0 to authorize a 24-month exclusive negotiation agreement with Costco for a store on city property at 101 Admiral Robert Toney Way and 2308 Wake Avenue. Under the deal, Costco would pay Oakland $300,000, with two possible six-month extensions costing $25,000 each. The resolution now heads to the full council. ## $20.7 million in annual youth grants forwarded The Life Enrichment Committee approved Oakland Fund for Children and Youth (OFCY) year-round program grants totaling up to $20,677,356 per year for fiscal years 2026–2028, contingent on funding and performance. The 4–0 vote sends the item to the City Council for final approval. ## Public safety panel bolsters sanctuary protections The Public Safety Committee voted 3–0 to remove exceptions in the city’s Sanctuary City Ordinance that allowed police to detain individuals on civil immigration detainers and to respond to notification requests. The strengthened ordinance now goes to the council. The same committee also approved (3–0) temporary street closures on 9th–11th Avenues aimed at disrupting sex trafficking. A sideshow penalty ordinance was withdrawn and rescheduled. ## $2.49 million 14th Street safety project approved The Public Works and Transportation Committee advanced a $2.49 million contract to Gruendl Inc. for the 14th Street Safety Project. Members also approved two $750,000 street sweeper brush contracts (to United Rotary Brush Corp and Owen Equipment Sales) and asphalt/concrete disposal contracts worth up to $2.8 million each over five years. The award of a Broadway streetscape improvement contract was tabled until July 1… | 2026-07-05 18:31:15 |
| 3 | 3 | 2 | 2026-07-06 | Oakland committees approve $20.7M youth grants, Costco negotiation, and street safety contracts ahead of July 7 council meeting | <p>Oakland's Life Enrichment Committee approved up to $20,677,356 per year in Oakland Fund for Children and Youth (OFCY) grants for fiscal years 2026-2028, forwarding the two-year package to the City Council's July 7 meeting on a 4-0 vote. The June 23 decision was one of several committee actions that will land on the council agenda this month.</p> <h2>Youth & Community Funding</h2> <p>The Life Enrichment Committee's OFCY grant package is contingent on funding and performance and covers year-round youth programs. The Community & Economic Development Committee separately forwarded a $14.7 million HUD annual action plan — $14,674,799 in federal CDBG, HOME, ESG, and HOPWA grants — to the council on a 4-0 vote. The same committee approved a sale amendment converting the city-owned parcel at 319 Chester Street from for-sale to affordable rental (3-0, Ramachandran excused).</p> <h2>Public Works & Streets</h2> <p>The Public Works and Transportation Committee approved a $2,490,000 contract with Gruendl Inc. for the 14th Street Safety Project (4-0). It also approved two $750,000 street sweeper brush contracts — one to United Rotary Brush Corp and one to Owen Equipment Sales (4-0 each). Asphalt and concrete disposal contracts for Argent Materials and Bee Green Recycling were approved at up to $2.8 million each over five years (4-0). The Broadway Streetscape Improvements contract award was tabled to the July 14 meeting (4-0).</p> <h2>Economic Development & Land Use</h2> <p>The Community & Economic Development Committee voted 4-0 to forward a 24-month exclusive negotiation agreement with Costco for a store on city property at 101 Admiral Robert Toney Way and 2308 Wake Avenue. The agreement includes a $300,000 payment and two six-month extensions at $25,000 each. The committee also approved Business Improvement District annual reports with assessment increases up to 5% (4-0).</p> <h2>Public Safety</h2> <p>The Public Safety Committee approved amendments to the Sanctuary City Ordinance that remove exceptions… | Oakland's Life Enrichment Committee approved up to $20,677,356 per year in Oakland Fund for Children and Youth (OFCY) grants for fiscal years 2026-2028, forwarding the two-year package to the City Council's July 7 meeting on a 4-0 vote. The June 23 decision was one of several committee actions that will land on the council agenda this month. ## Youth & Community Funding The Life Enrichment Committee's OFCY grant package is contingent on funding and performance and covers year-round youth programs. The Community & Economic Development Committee separately forwarded a $14.7 million HUD annual action plan — $14,674,799 in federal CDBG, HOME, ESG, and HOPWA grants — to the council on a 4-0 vote. The same committee approved a sale amendment converting the city-owned parcel at 319 Chester Street from for-sale to affordable rental (3-0, Ramachandran excused). ## Public Works & Streets The Public Works and Transportation Committee approved a $2,490,000 contract with Gruendl Inc. for the 14th Street Safety Project (4-0). It also approved two $750,000 street sweeper brush contracts — one to United Rotary Brush Corp and one to Owen Equipment Sales (4-0 each). Asphalt and concrete disposal contracts for Argent Materials and Bee Green Recycling were approved at up to $2.8 million each over five years (4-0). The Broadway Streetscape Improvements contract award was tabled to the July 14 meeting (4-0). ## Economic Development & Land Use The Community & Economic Development Committee voted 4-0 to forward a 24-month exclusive negotiation agreement with Costco for a store on city property at 101 Admiral Robert Toney Way and 2308 Wake Avenue. The agreement includes a $300,000 payment and two six-month extensions at $25,000 each. The committee also approved Business Improvement District annual reports with assessment increases up to 5% (4-0). ## Public Safety The Public Safety Committee approved amendments to the Sanctuary City Ordinance that remove exceptions allowing police to detain individuals on civil immigration detaine… | 2026-07-06 12:05:34 |
| 4 | 4 | 2 | 2026-07-13 | Oakland Council Places Tax and Homelessness Measures on November Ballot; Confirms Interim City Administrator | <p>The Oakland City Council voted July 7 to place two measures on the November ballot — one amending the real property transfer tax foreclosure exception and an advisory measure on spending increased revenue on homelessness services. The ballot measures passed 7-1, with Councilmember Jenkins excused. In the same meeting, the Council confirmed Elizabeth Lake as interim city administrator on a 6-2 vote.</p> <h2>July 7 Council Actions</h2> <p>The Council adopted the 2026/2027 Annual Action Plan for HUD grants totaling $14.6 million (8-0) and confirmed delinquent business tax liens, authorizing their recordation (8-0). It also adopted annual budgets for two geologic hazard abatement districts: the Leona Quarry GHAD budget for FY 2026/27 (6-0, 2 excused) and the Oakland Area GHAD budget (7-0, 1 excused).</p> <p>The Council received and filed an AC Transit budget and service update (7-1, with Councilmember Houston abstaining) and rescheduled the 2026 Miscellaneous Planning Code Amendments from consent to non-consent (8-0).</p> <h2>Rules & Legislation Committee Sets July Agenda</h2> <p>The July 9 Rules & Legislation Committee meeting handled procedural business, approving draft minutes from May 28, June 18, and June 25 meetings (4-0) and accepting the committee scheduling report as amended (4-0). The committee forwarded several items to upcoming hearings without taking final action on their merits:</p> <ul> <li>Coliseum Complex sale amendment scheduled for the July 13 council meeting.</li> <li>A $747,288 contract increase for the 7th Street Connection Project forwarded to the Public Works Committee on July 14.</li> <li>Tax lien removal resolutions of up to $10 million each scheduled for the Community & Economic Development Committee on July 14.</li> <li>Debt and rent forgiveness proposals for the Seminary Point retail project scheduled for July 14.</li> <li>Oak Knoll subdivision maps, a public safety grant MOU, and multiple board appointments forwarded to the July 21 council meeting.</li> </ul> <h2>July 2 Co… | The Oakland City Council voted July 7 to place two measures on the November ballot — one amending the real property transfer tax foreclosure exception and an advisory measure on spending increased revenue on homelessness services. The ballot measures passed 7-1, with Councilmember Jenkins excused. In the same meeting, the Council confirmed Elizabeth Lake as interim city administrator on a 6-2 vote. ## July 7 Council Actions The Council adopted the 2026/2027 Annual Action Plan for HUD grants totaling $14.6 million (8-0) and confirmed delinquent business tax liens, authorizing their recordation (8-0). It also adopted annual budgets for two geologic hazard abatement districts: the Leona Quarry GHAD budget for FY 2026/27 (6-0, 2 excused) and the Oakland Area GHAD budget (7-0, 1 excused). The Council received and filed an AC Transit budget and service update (7-1, with Councilmember Houston abstaining) and rescheduled the 2026 Miscellaneous Planning Code Amendments from consent to non-consent (8-0). ## Rules & Legislation Committee Sets July Agenda The July 9 Rules & Legislation Committee meeting handled procedural business, approving draft minutes from May 28, June 18, and June 25 meetings (4-0) and accepting the committee scheduling report as amended (4-0). The committee forwarded several items to upcoming hearings without taking final action on their merits: - Coliseum Complex sale amendment scheduled for the July 13 council meeting. - A $747,288 contract increase for the 7th Street Connection Project forwarded to the Public Works Committee on July 14. - Tax lien removal resolutions of up to $10 million each scheduled for the Community & Economic Development Committee on July 14. - Debt and rent forgiveness proposals for the Seminary Point retail project scheduled for July 14. - Oak Knoll subdivision maps, a public safety grant MOU, and multiple board appointments forwarded to the July 21 council meeting. ## July 2 Committee Meeting Cancelled The scheduled July 2 Rules and Legislation Committee meeting was can… | 2026-07-13 12:05:16 |
| 5 | 5 | 2 | 2026-07-20 | Oakland Council Advances Coliseum Sale, Ballot Measures, and $20.9M Streetscape Contract in Busy Two-Week Stretch | <p>Oakland's City Council and its committees moved a packed agenda over the past two weeks, with the most consequential decisions centering on the Coliseum Complex sale, two November ballot measures, and a $20.9 million Broadway streetscape contract now headed to the full council.</p> <h2>City Council: Ballot Measures, Interim Administrator, Coliseum Sale</h2> <p>On July 7, the Council confirmed Elizabeth Lake as interim city administrator in a 6-2 vote. It also voted 7-1 (Jenkins excused) to place two measures on the November ballot: one amending the real property transfer tax foreclosure exception, and an advisory measure on spending increased revenue on homelessness services.</p> <p>The Council adopted annual budgets for two geologic hazard abatement districts — Leona Quarry GHAD (6-0, 2 excused) and Oakland Area GHAD (7-0, 1 excused) — and adopted the 2026/2027 Annual Action Plan for $14.6 million in HUD grants (8-0). It confirmed delinquent business tax liens and authorized their recordation (8-0), received and filed an AC Transit budget and service update (7-1, Houston abstained), and rescheduled the 2026 Miscellaneous Planning Code Amendments from consent to non-consent (8-0).</p> <p>On July 13, the Council approved an amended ordinance for the sale of the City's interest in the Coliseum Complex at 7000 Coliseum Way (6-1). The amendment removes a provision directing initial lump sum proceeds to CalPERS and moves the matter toward a July 21 concurrent meeting.</p> <h2>Public Works: Broadway Streetscape and Collision Repairs</h2> <p>The Public Works & Transportation Committee accepted June 23 minutes (4-0) and scheduled the 2025 Safe Oakland Streets report for September 22. It approved collision repair contracts for Quality Body & Fender, rescheduling others (4-0), and forwarded several items to the July 21 Council: an AC Transit Fruitvale Avenue agreement (4-0), a $364,685 energy assessments contract (3-1), a $750,000 EV charging station grant (3-1), a $20.9 million Broadway streetscape contract (3-… | Oakland's City Council and its committees moved a packed agenda over the past two weeks, with the most consequential decisions centering on the Coliseum Complex sale, two November ballot measures, and a $20.9 million Broadway streetscape contract now headed to the full council. ## City Council: Ballot Measures, Interim Administrator, Coliseum Sale On July 7, the Council confirmed Elizabeth Lake as interim city administrator in a 6-2 vote. It also voted 7-1 (Jenkins excused) to place two measures on the November ballot: one amending the real property transfer tax foreclosure exception, and an advisory measure on spending increased revenue on homelessness services. The Council adopted annual budgets for two geologic hazard abatement districts — Leona Quarry GHAD (6-0, 2 excused) and Oakland Area GHAD (7-0, 1 excused) — and adopted the 2026/2027 Annual Action Plan for $14.6 million in HUD grants (8-0). It confirmed delinquent business tax liens and authorized their recordation (8-0), received and filed an AC Transit budget and service update (7-1, Houston abstained), and rescheduled the 2026 Miscellaneous Planning Code Amendments from consent to non-consent (8-0). On July 13, the Council approved an amended ordinance for the sale of the City's interest in the Coliseum Complex at 7000 Coliseum Way (6-1). The amendment removes a provision directing initial lump sum proceeds to CalPERS and moves the matter toward a July 21 concurrent meeting. ## Public Works: Broadway Streetscape and Collision Repairs The Public Works & Transportation Committee accepted June 23 minutes (4-0) and scheduled the 2025 Safe Oakland Streets report for September 22. It approved collision repair contracts for Quality Body & Fender, rescheduling others (4-0), and forwarded several items to the July 21 Council: an AC Transit Fruitvale Avenue agreement (4-0), a $364,685 energy assessments contract (3-1), a $750,000 EV charging station grant (3-1), a $20.9 million Broadway streetscape contract (3-1), and REAP 2.0 funds for a West Oakland pilot… | 2026-07-20 12:07:03 |
| 6 | 6 | 4 | 2026-06-29 | Council committee advances 2023 Housing Levy plan, three land deals for affordable housing | <p>A key Seattle City Council committee recommended passage of the city’s 2023 Housing Levy administrative and financial plan for the next two years, along with three separate land transactions that would expand affordable housing and childcare in several neighborhoods. The vote, held June 24 during the Housing, Arts, and Civil Rights Committee, moves the measures to the full council for final approval.</p> <h2>Housing and land deals advance</h2> <p>In a 3–0 vote, the committee recommended passing CB 121218, the 2023 Seattle Housing Levy Administrative and Financial Plan covering 2026–2028. The levy is a major source of funding for the city’s affordable housing efforts.</p> <p>The committee also voted 3–0 to advance three property actions:</p> <ul> <li>CB 121236, a ground lease for a site at 2929 27th Avenue South intended for affordable housing with an on-site childcare facility,</li> <li>CB 121237, a property transfer in the Montlake neighborhood to a developer through a request‑for‑proposals process, and</li> <li>CB 121238, the acquisition of two parcels in the Central Area that would be used for affordable homeownership opportunities.</li> </ul> <p>The full council discussed these items on June 30, but no final vote has occurred.</p> <h2>Public safety recommendations</h2> <p>On June 23, the Public Safety Committee sent two ordinances to the full council on unanimous votes. CB 121232, which defines the duties of the city’s Community Crisis Responder team, was recommended 5–0. CB 121233, authorizing street closures for public safety purposes, was recommended 4–0. The committee also heard an informational report on first-quarter staffing and performance within the Seattle Police Department but took no action.</p> <h2>City Light adopts long‑term plan and rate path</h2> <p>The Parks and City Light Committee voted 4–0 on July 1 to adopt Resolution 32210, which approves the Seattle City Light Department’s 2027–2032 strategic plan and its endorsed utility rate path. The committee also recommended passage of an ordina… | A key Seattle City Council committee recommended passage of the city’s 2023 Housing Levy administrative and financial plan for the next two years, along with three separate land transactions that would expand affordable housing and childcare in several neighborhoods. The vote, held June 24 during the Housing, Arts, and Civil Rights Committee, moves the measures to the full council for final approval. ## Housing and land deals advance In a 3–0 vote, the committee recommended passing CB 121218, the 2023 Seattle Housing Levy Administrative and Financial Plan covering 2026–2028. The levy is a major source of funding for the city’s affordable housing efforts. The committee also voted 3–0 to advance three property actions: - CB 121236, a ground lease for a site at 2929 27th Avenue South intended for affordable housing with an on-site childcare facility, - CB 121237, a property transfer in the Montlake neighborhood to a developer through a request‑for‑proposals process, and - CB 121238, the acquisition of two parcels in the Central Area that would be used for affordable homeownership opportunities. The full council discussed these items on June 30, but no final vote has occurred. ## Public safety recommendations On June 23, the Public Safety Committee sent two ordinances to the full council on unanimous votes. CB 121232, which defines the duties of the city’s Community Crisis Responder team, was recommended 5–0. CB 121233, authorizing street closures for public safety purposes, was recommended 4–0. The committee also heard an informational report on first-quarter staffing and performance within the Seattle Police Department but took no action. ## City Light adopts long‑term plan and rate path The Parks and City Light Committee voted 4–0 on July 1 to adopt Resolution 32210, which approves the Seattle City Light Department’s 2027–2032 strategic plan and its endorsed utility rate path. The committee also recommended passage of an ordinance authorizing long‑term power and transmission agreements (4–0). The full coun… | 2026-07-05 02:20:18 |
| 7 | 7 | 4 | 2026-07-06 | City Light rate plan adopted, housing and public safety measures advance in Seattle committee votes | <p>Seattle's Parks and City Light Committee voted 4-0 on July 1 to adopt the City Light Department's 2027-2032 Strategic Plan and its associated utility rate path, and recommended passage of an ordinance authorizing long-term power purchase agreements. Those items now move to the full City Council, which is scheduled to vote on them July 7.</p> <h2>City Light strategic plan and rate path</h2> <p>The committee adopted the 2027-2032 City Light Strategic Plan (4-0), endorsed the associated rate path (4-0), and recommended passage of an ordinance authorizing long-term agreements for purchasing electric power and transmission services (4-0). No votes were cast against any of the three measures. The full Council is set to take up CB 121241 and Res 32210 on July 7.</p> <h2>Public safety ordinances advance</h2> <p>The Public Safety Committee on June 23 voted 5-0 to recommend passage of CB 121232, which defines the duties of the Community Crisis Responder team. The committee also voted 4-0 to recommend CB 121233, authorizing street closures for public safety. Both bills now go to the full Council. The committee also heard Inf 2907, the SPD Q1 staffing and performance report, but took no action on it.</p> <h2>Housing Levy plan and land deals recommended</h2> <p>The Housing, Arts, and Civil Rights Committee on June 24 recommended that the Council pass the 2023 Seattle Housing Levy Administrative and Financial Plan for 2026-2028 (CB 121218, 3-0). The committee also recommended three real estate actions: a ground lease at 2929 27th Ave South for affordable housing and childcare (CB 121236, 3-0), a Montlake neighborhood property transfer to a developer (CB 121237, 3-0), and acquisition of two Central Area parcels for affordable homeownership (CB 121238, 3-0).</p> <p>The full Council's June 30 agenda listed these items, but minutes for that meeting have not yet been published, so final Council action is not confirmed in the available record.</p> <h2>Planning Commission appointments confirmed</h2> <p>The Land Use and Sustainabil… | Seattle's Parks and City Light Committee voted 4-0 on July 1 to adopt the City Light Department's 2027-2032 Strategic Plan and its associated utility rate path, and recommended passage of an ordinance authorizing long-term power purchase agreements. Those items now move to the full City Council, which is scheduled to vote on them July 7. ## City Light strategic plan and rate path The committee adopted the 2027-2032 City Light Strategic Plan (4-0), endorsed the associated rate path (4-0), and recommended passage of an ordinance authorizing long-term agreements for purchasing electric power and transmission services (4-0). No votes were cast against any of the three measures. The full Council is set to take up CB 121241 and Res 32210 on July 7. ## Public safety ordinances advance The Public Safety Committee on June 23 voted 5-0 to recommend passage of CB 121232, which defines the duties of the Community Crisis Responder team. The committee also voted 4-0 to recommend CB 121233, authorizing street closures for public safety. Both bills now go to the full Council. The committee also heard Inf 2907, the SPD Q1 staffing and performance report, but took no action on it. ## Housing Levy plan and land deals recommended The Housing, Arts, and Civil Rights Committee on June 24 recommended that the Council pass the 2023 Seattle Housing Levy Administrative and Financial Plan for 2026-2028 (CB 121218, 3-0). The committee also recommended three real estate actions: a ground lease at 2929 27th Ave South for affordable housing and childcare (CB 121236, 3-0), a Montlake neighborhood property transfer to a developer (CB 121237, 3-0), and acquisition of two Central Area parcels for affordable homeownership (CB 121238, 3-0). The full Council's June 30 agenda listed these items, but minutes for that meeting have not yet been published, so final Council action is not confirmed in the available record. ## Planning Commission appointments confirmed The Land Use and Sustainability Committee on July 1 recommended confirmation of s… | 2026-07-06 12:05:27 |
| 8 | 8 | 4 | 2026-07-13 | Seattle Council Adopts Housing Levy Plan, Approves Affordable Housing Land Deals in 9-0 Votes | <p>The Seattle City Council unanimously adopted the 2023 Housing Levy Administrative and Financial Plan for 2026-2028 and approved several affordable housing property actions at its June 30 meeting, all by 9-0 votes.</p> <h2>Housing Levy and Affordable Housing Actions</h2> <p>The Council passed CB 121218, adopting the 2023 Seattle Housing Levy plan and funding policies for 2026-2028. The Council also passed CB 121236, granting a ground lease at 2929 27th Ave S for affordable housing and early learning space; CB 121237, approving a Montlake property for a competitive developer RFP; and CB 121238, authorizing acquisition of two Central Area parcels for affordable homeownership. All four votes were 9-0.</p> <h2>Public Safety and Street Closures</h2> <p>Also on June 30, the Council passed CB 121233 authorizing street closures for public safety (9-0) and CB 121232 defining the duties of the Community Crisis Responder team (9-0). The Council excused Councilmembers Juarez and Strauss from the July 7, 2026 meeting.</p> <h2>City Light Strategic Plan and Rate Path</h2> <p>On July 1, the Parks and City Light Committee adopted the City Light Department's 2027-2032 Strategic Plan (4-0), endorsed the associated rate path (4-0), and recommended passage of an ordinance authorizing long-term power agreements (4-0). The full Council was scheduled to take up CB 121241 and Res 32210 on July 7; minutes from that meeting have not yet been published.</p> <h2>Planning Commission Appointments Confirmed</h2> <p>The Land Use and Sustainability Committee recommended confirmation of six appointments to the Seattle Planning Commission, all by 5-0 votes: T.J. Stutman, Amir Ehsaei, Hailey P. Karcher, Patrick W. Taylor, and the reappointments of Xiomara Alvarez and Andrew L. Dannenberg. The committee discussed CB 121215 on land use decision processes and CB 121243 on temporary design review exemptions but took no votes on either.</p> <h2>SPD Forensic Evidence Classification and Board Appointments</h2> <p>The Human Services, Labor, and Economic D… | The Seattle City Council unanimously adopted the 2023 Housing Levy Administrative and Financial Plan for 2026-2028 and approved several affordable housing property actions at its June 30 meeting, all by 9-0 votes. ## Housing Levy and Affordable Housing Actions The Council passed CB 121218, adopting the 2023 Seattle Housing Levy plan and funding policies for 2026-2028. The Council also passed CB 121236, granting a ground lease at 2929 27th Ave S for affordable housing and early learning space; CB 121237, approving a Montlake property for a competitive developer RFP; and CB 121238, authorizing acquisition of two Central Area parcels for affordable homeownership. All four votes were 9-0. ## Public Safety and Street Closures Also on June 30, the Council passed CB 121233 authorizing street closures for public safety (9-0) and CB 121232 defining the duties of the Community Crisis Responder team (9-0). The Council excused Councilmembers Juarez and Strauss from the July 7, 2026 meeting. ## City Light Strategic Plan and Rate Path On July 1, the Parks and City Light Committee adopted the City Light Department's 2027-2032 Strategic Plan (4-0), endorsed the associated rate path (4-0), and recommended passage of an ordinance authorizing long-term power agreements (4-0). The full Council was scheduled to take up CB 121241 and Res 32210 on July 7; minutes from that meeting have not yet been published. ## Planning Commission Appointments Confirmed The Land Use and Sustainability Committee recommended confirmation of six appointments to the Seattle Planning Commission, all by 5-0 votes: T.J. Stutman, Amir Ehsaei, Hailey P. Karcher, Patrick W. Taylor, and the reappointments of Xiomara Alvarez and Andrew L. Dannenberg. The committee discussed CB 121215 on land use decision processes and CB 121243 on temporary design review exemptions but took no votes on either. ## SPD Forensic Evidence Classification and Board Appointments The Human Services, Labor, and Economic Development Committee recommended passage of CB 121207, est… | 2026-07-13 12:05:16 |
| 9 | 9 | 4 | 2026-07-20 | Seattle committee advances transit sales tax ballot measure; utility discount and land-use bills move forward | <p>The Seattle Select Committee on the Seattle Transportation Benefit District voted 9-0 on July 16 to recommend passage of Council Bill 121226, which would place a sales and use tax proposition on the November 3, 2026 ballot to fund transit and related transportation programs. The full City Council is scheduled to take up the measure July 21.</p> <h2>Transit sales tax heads to full council</h2> <p>The July 16 vote followed a July 6 committee discussion of CB 121226 and a July 13 public hearing on the same bill. No members opposed the recommendation. The bill now moves to the full Council, where it is listed on the July 21 agenda as CB 1212261.</p> <h2>Utility discount and appointments recommended</h2> <p>The Governance and Utilities Committee voted 4-0 on July 9 to recommend passage of CB 121222, which amends income thresholds for the Utility Discount Program covering water, wastewater, drainage, solid waste, and electric utilities. The same committee voted 4-0 to recommend confirming Zahoor Ahmed to the Washington State Convention Center Public Facilities District Board. Both items are listed on the July 14 City Council agenda.</p> <h2>Land-use bill recommended with abstentions</h2> <p>The Land Use and Sustainability Committee voted 3-0-2 on July 15 to recommend that the City Council adopt Council Bill 121215, which amends several sections of the Seattle Municipal Code to clarify land-use processes. The committee also held public hearings on a Data Center Moratorium (Inf 2922) and a Transitional Encampment Expansion (Inf 2923). No votes were recorded on those information items.</p> <h2>IT talent classification recommended</h2> <p>The Human Services, Labor, and Economic Development Committee voted 3-0 on July 17 to recommend CB 121225, which creates a new Information Technology Talent Modernization classification and pay rates. The committee also heard two informational items on commercial affordability for small businesses; no votes were taken on those.</p> <h2>Education levy bill amended, no final vote</h2> <p… | The Seattle Select Committee on the Seattle Transportation Benefit District voted 9-0 on July 16 to recommend passage of Council Bill 121226, which would place a sales and use tax proposition on the November 3, 2026 ballot to fund transit and related transportation programs. The full City Council is scheduled to take up the measure July 21. ## Transit sales tax heads to full council The July 16 vote followed a July 6 committee discussion of CB 121226 and a July 13 public hearing on the same bill. No members opposed the recommendation. The bill now moves to the full Council, where it is listed on the July 21 agenda as CB 1212261. ## Utility discount and appointments recommended The Governance and Utilities Committee voted 4-0 on July 9 to recommend passage of CB 121222, which amends income thresholds for the Utility Discount Program covering water, wastewater, drainage, solid waste, and electric utilities. The same committee voted 4-0 to recommend confirming Zahoor Ahmed to the Washington State Convention Center Public Facilities District Board. Both items are listed on the July 14 City Council agenda. ## Land-use bill recommended with abstentions The Land Use and Sustainability Committee voted 3-0-2 on July 15 to recommend that the City Council adopt Council Bill 121215, which amends several sections of the Seattle Municipal Code to clarify land-use processes. The committee also held public hearings on a Data Center Moratorium (Inf 2922) and a Transitional Encampment Expansion (Inf 2923). No votes were recorded on those information items. ## IT talent classification recommended The Human Services, Labor, and Economic Development Committee voted 3-0 on July 17 to recommend CB 121225, which creates a new Information Technology Talent Modernization classification and pay rates. The committee also heard two informational items on commercial affordability for small businesses; no votes were taken on those. ## Education levy bill amended, no final vote The Select Committee on the Families, Education, Preschoo… | 2026-07-20 12:18:21 |
| 10 | 10 | 4 | 2026-08-03 | Seattle committees advance water rate changes, housing rules, and controlled substances policy | <p>Seattle council committees advanced several ordinances this week affecting utility bills, housing regulations, and public safety policy, with full City Council votes on several items scheduled for August 4.</p> <h2>Utility rates and bill assistance</h2> <p>The Governance and Utilities Committee recommended three ordinances on July 29, all passing 5-0. CB 121245 would revise Seattle Public Utilities water rates, charges, and low-income credits. CB 121246 would expand eligibility for emergency bill assistance for Seattle Public Utilities customers, and CB 121247 would do the same for City Light customers. All three now head to the full Council.</p> <h2>Housing and land use</h2> <p>The Land Use and Sustainability Committee recommended passage of CB 121243 on July 30, voting 4-0. The ordinance proposes temporary regulations to exempt certain housing projects from Design Review and allow for Administrative Design Review options.</p> <p>The Housing, Arts, and Civil Rights Committee recommended on July 22 that the Council pass CB 121259, establishing a residential Do Not Solicit List to protect homeowners from unwanted property solicitation. The vote was 4-0. The same committee also recommended confirmation of 8 appointments to the Seattle Human Rights Commission, 7 to the Seattle Disability Commission, and 4 to the Seattle LGBTQ Commission, each vote 4-0. The committee discussed CB 121254 regarding rental agreement fee regulation but took no action.</p> <p>Earlier, on July 23, the Land Use and Sustainability Committee heard Information Item Inf 2932 regarding subarea plans for Northgate, Downtown, and the Manufacturing & Industrial Center. No decisions were made.</p> <h2>Transportation and infrastructure</h2> <p>The Transportation, Waterfront, and Seattle Center Committee recommended on July 27 that the Council pass CB 121242, allowing FH, LLC d/b/a Skyline to build and operate a pedestrian skybridge over 8th Avenue in First Hill. The vote was 5-0. The committee also recommended granting CF 314530, a petition fo… | Seattle council committees advanced several ordinances this week affecting utility bills, housing regulations, and public safety policy, with full City Council votes on several items scheduled for August 4. ## Utility rates and bill assistance The Governance and Utilities Committee recommended three ordinances on July 29, all passing 5-0. CB 121245 would revise Seattle Public Utilities water rates, charges, and low-income credits. CB 121246 would expand eligibility for emergency bill assistance for Seattle Public Utilities customers, and CB 121247 would do the same for City Light customers. All three now head to the full Council. ## Housing and land use The Land Use and Sustainability Committee recommended passage of CB 121243 on July 30, voting 4-0. The ordinance proposes temporary regulations to exempt certain housing projects from Design Review and allow for Administrative Design Review options. The Housing, Arts, and Civil Rights Committee recommended on July 22 that the Council pass CB 121259, establishing a residential Do Not Solicit List to protect homeowners from unwanted property solicitation. The vote was 4-0. The same committee also recommended confirmation of 8 appointments to the Seattle Human Rights Commission, 7 to the Seattle Disability Commission, and 4 to the Seattle LGBTQ Commission, each vote 4-0. The committee discussed CB 121254 regarding rental agreement fee regulation but took no action. Earlier, on July 23, the Land Use and Sustainability Committee heard Information Item Inf 2932 regarding subarea plans for Northgate, Downtown, and the Manufacturing & Industrial Center. No decisions were made. ## Transportation and infrastructure The Transportation, Waterfront, and Seattle Center Committee recommended on July 27 that the Council pass CB 121242, allowing FH, LLC d/b/a Skyline to build and operate a pedestrian skybridge over 8th Avenue in First Hill. The vote was 5-0. The committee also recommended granting CF 314530, a petition for an alley vacation at 8623 Palatine Ave N, also 5-0. … | 2026-08-03 12:05:02 |
| 11 | 11 | 6 | 2026-07-13 | Long Beach commissions act on historic district construction, disability housing letters, and committee changes | <p>The Cultural Heritage Commission approved demolition of a garage and construction of a pool and new garage at 2919 East 1st Street in the Bluff Park Historic District, voting 5-0 on June 30. The Commission also recommended City Council approval of Mills Act contracts for six properties, which, if approved by Council, would provide property tax reductions for owners who preserve historic structures.</p> <h2>Cultural Heritage Commission</h2> <p>At its June 30 meeting, the Commission received and filed the Director's Report regarding draft ADU Objective Design Standards (6-0) and approved May 26 meeting minutes (6-0). The Commission recommended City Council approve Mills Act contracts for six properties (5-0) and received and filed its 2025 Annual Report (6-0).</p> <h2>Equity and Human Relations Commission</h2> <p>On July 1, the Commission approved transmittal of a letter from the Justice for Black Workers Ad Hoc Committee to City Council (9-0) and approved an Educational Access and Quality Listening Session Framework (9-0). The Commission also approved a discussion of commissioners' interests and priorities (9-0) and voted to dissolve the Justice for Black Workers Ad Hoc Committee (9-0). June 3 meeting minutes were approved (9-0).</p> <h2>Citizens' Advisory Commission on Disabilities</h2> <p>The Commission voted 8-0 on July 9 to send two letters to City Council: one addressing housing considerations for persons with disabilities and another on autism inclusion efforts in Long Beach. The Commission authorized participation and resource table staffing at the September 26 Waves of Ability event (8-0) and authorized its Autism Inclusion and Certification Ad Hoc Committee members to communicate directly with councilmembers on autism support (8-0). The Commission also approved June 11 meeting minutes (8-0), received and filed an annual ethics update presentation (8-0), and received and filed Brown Act and Robert's Rules training from the City Attorney (8-0).</p> <h2>Advisory Commission on Aging</h2> <p>At a special me… | The Cultural Heritage Commission approved demolition of a garage and construction of a pool and new garage at 2919 East 1st Street in the Bluff Park Historic District, voting 5-0 on June 30. The Commission also recommended City Council approval of Mills Act contracts for six properties, which, if approved by Council, would provide property tax reductions for owners who preserve historic structures. ## Cultural Heritage Commission At its June 30 meeting, the Commission received and filed the Director's Report regarding draft ADU Objective Design Standards (6-0) and approved May 26 meeting minutes (6-0). The Commission recommended City Council approve Mills Act contracts for six properties (5-0) and received and filed its 2025 Annual Report (6-0). ## Equity and Human Relations Commission On July 1, the Commission approved transmittal of a letter from the Justice for Black Workers Ad Hoc Committee to City Council (9-0) and approved an Educational Access and Quality Listening Session Framework (9-0). The Commission also approved a discussion of commissioners' interests and priorities (9-0) and voted to dissolve the Justice for Black Workers Ad Hoc Committee (9-0). June 3 meeting minutes were approved (9-0). ## Citizens' Advisory Commission on Disabilities The Commission voted 8-0 on July 9 to send two letters to City Council: one addressing housing considerations for persons with disabilities and another on autism inclusion efforts in Long Beach. The Commission authorized participation and resource table staffing at the September 26 Waves of Ability event (8-0) and authorized its Autism Inclusion and Certification Ad Hoc Committee members to communicate directly with councilmembers on autism support (8-0). The Commission also approved June 11 meeting minutes (8-0), received and filed an annual ethics update presentation (8-0), and received and filed Brown Act and Robert's Rules training from the City Attorney (8-0). ## Advisory Commission on Aging At a special meeting July 8, the Commission approved June 10 meeti… | 2026-07-13 12:05:07 |
| 12 | 12 | 6 | 2026-07-20 | Long Beach Roundup: Parks Commission Adopts FY 2027 Fee Changes; Continuum of Care Expands Board | <p>The Long Beach Parks and Recreation Commission adopted fiscal year 2027 fee and program changes for parks and recreation programs during its July 16 meeting. The commission also extended a permit with Long Beach Little League through 2029. All actions passed with a unanimous 4–0 vote.</p> <h2>Parks and Recreation</h2> <p>The commission adopted the FY 2027 fee and program changes (4–0). It approved fee waiver requests per Attachment A (4–0) and extended Right-of-Entry Permit P-00309 with Long Beach Little League through 2029 (4–0). The body authorized a contract for tennis and pickleball classes with Bridge Enterprises (4–0) and filed the July 2026 Director’s Highlights (4–0). Uriarte Smith was elected Chair and Higa was elected Vice Chair (4–0).</p> <h2>Continuum of Care</h2> <p>The Long Beach Continuum of Care Board approved a revised Governance Charter and Bylaws adding nine new board seats, increasing membership to 25 (9–0). The board approved updates to the FY 2026 Scoring and Ranking Policy (10–0) and updates to Reallocation Policies and Procedures (10–0). It also approved receipt and filing of the FY 2026 CoC NOFO discussion (10–0) and June 9 meeting minutes (10–0).</p> <h2>Citizens' Advisory Commission on Disabilities</h2> <p>The commission approved transmittal of a letter to the City Council addressing housing considerations for persons with disabilities (8–0). It also approved transmittal of a letter to the City Council on autism inclusion efforts in Long Beach (8–0). The commission authorized participation and resource table staffing at the September 26 Waves of Ability event (8–0) and authorized the Autism Inclusion and Certification Ad Hoc Committee members to communicate with councilmembers on autism support (8–0).</p> <h2>Advisory Commission on Aging</h2> <p>The commission received and filed a Long Beach Transit presentation (7–0) and a report regarding the Houghton Park Senior Program (7–0). It also received and filed an Ad Hoc Committees report (7–0) and approved June 10 meeting minutes (6–0).<… | The Long Beach Parks and Recreation Commission adopted fiscal year 2027 fee and program changes for parks and recreation programs during its July 16 meeting. The commission also extended a permit with Long Beach Little League through 2029. All actions passed with a unanimous 4–0 vote. ## Parks and Recreation The commission adopted the FY 2027 fee and program changes (4–0). It approved fee waiver requests per Attachment A (4–0) and extended Right-of-Entry Permit P-00309 with Long Beach Little League through 2029 (4–0). The body authorized a contract for tennis and pickleball classes with Bridge Enterprises (4–0) and filed the July 2026 Director’s Highlights (4–0). Uriarte Smith was elected Chair and Higa was elected Vice Chair (4–0). ## Continuum of Care The Long Beach Continuum of Care Board approved a revised Governance Charter and Bylaws adding nine new board seats, increasing membership to 25 (9–0). The board approved updates to the FY 2026 Scoring and Ranking Policy (10–0) and updates to Reallocation Policies and Procedures (10–0). It also approved receipt and filing of the FY 2026 CoC NOFO discussion (10–0) and June 9 meeting minutes (10–0). ## Citizens' Advisory Commission on Disabilities The commission approved transmittal of a letter to the City Council addressing housing considerations for persons with disabilities (8–0). It also approved transmittal of a letter to the City Council on autism inclusion efforts in Long Beach (8–0). The commission authorized participation and resource table staffing at the September 26 Waves of Ability event (8–0) and authorized the Autism Inclusion and Certification Ad Hoc Committee members to communicate with councilmembers on autism support (8–0). ## Advisory Commission on Aging The commission received and filed a Long Beach Transit presentation (7–0) and a report regarding the Houghton Park Senior Program (7–0). It also received and filed an Ad Hoc Committees report (7–0) and approved June 10 meeting minutes (6–0). ## Other Meetings The Civil Service Employee Right… | 2026-07-20 12:18:28 |
| 13 | 13 | 6 | 2026-08-03 | Long Beach City Council approves service contracts and workers' comp payments; SERRF demolition meeting cancelled | <p>The Long Beach City Council approved a series of contracts and workers' compensation payments at its July 21 meeting, while a separate Southeast Resource Recovery Facility board meeting where a $5.7 million demolition contract was scheduled for a vote was cancelled.</p> <h2>City Council service contracts</h2> <p>The Council awarded workforce development contracts to Jobs for the Future and Telling Your Story, each not to exceed $600,000 annually (8-0). It adopted Resolution RES-26-0110 for a Cintas Corporation uniform and mat rental contract not to exceed $480,000 annually (8-0), and awarded a locksmith services contract to Hill's Bros. Lock & Safe, Inc. not to exceed $148,500 annually (8-0).</p> <h2>Workers' compensation payments</h2> <p>The Council authorized workers' compensation payments to three employees: Gerardo Perez ($87,942.50), David Ward ($106,502.50), and Ignacio Zavala ($83,302.50) (8-0).</p> <h2>District priority funds</h2> <p>The Council approved several appropriation increases from district priority funds for community organizations and events:</p> <ul> <li>$1,400 in 6th District funds for Conservation Corps of Long Beach, New Way of Life Reentry Project, and Cambodia Town Inc. (8-0)</li> <li>$1,300 in 4th District funds for Josie Avenue block party, Ostrom Avenue block party, and Friends of the Long Beach Public Library (8-0)</li> <li>$7,277 in 7th District funds for LGBTQ Center Long Beach, Developing Future Leaders, Rebuilding Together Long Beach, LULAC, and Partners of Parks (8-0)</li> <li>$3,750 in 2nd District funds for Bluff Heights Neighborhood Association, Carroll Park Association, Friends of the Long Beach Public Library, and Urban Reset Foundation (8-0)</li> </ul> <h2>SERRF demolition contract meeting cancelled</h2> <p>The Southeast Resource Recovery Facility board was scheduled to meet July 22 to consider authorizing a demolition contract with Silverado Contractors, Inc. for up to $5,724,470. That meeting was cancelled, so no action was taken. Minutes are not yet available.</p>… | The Long Beach City Council approved a series of contracts and workers' compensation payments at its July 21 meeting, while a separate Southeast Resource Recovery Facility board meeting where a $5.7 million demolition contract was scheduled for a vote was cancelled. ## City Council service contracts The Council awarded workforce development contracts to Jobs for the Future and Telling Your Story, each not to exceed $600,000 annually (8-0). It adopted Resolution RES-26-0110 for a Cintas Corporation uniform and mat rental contract not to exceed $480,000 annually (8-0), and awarded a locksmith services contract to Hill's Bros. Lock & Safe, Inc. not to exceed $148,500 annually (8-0). ## Workers' compensation payments The Council authorized workers' compensation payments to three employees: Gerardo Perez ($87,942.50), David Ward ($106,502.50), and Ignacio Zavala ($83,302.50) (8-0). ## District priority funds The Council approved several appropriation increases from district priority funds for community organizations and events: - $1,400 in 6th District funds for Conservation Corps of Long Beach, New Way of Life Reentry Project, and Cambodia Town Inc. (8-0) - $1,300 in 4th District funds for Josie Avenue block party, Ostrom Avenue block party, and Friends of the Long Beach Public Library (8-0) - $7,277 in 7th District funds for LGBTQ Center Long Beach, Developing Future Leaders, Rebuilding Together Long Beach, LULAC, and Partners of Parks (8-0) - $3,750 in 2nd District funds for Bluff Heights Neighborhood Association, Carroll Park Association, Friends of the Long Beach Public Library, and Urban Reset Foundation (8-0) ## SERRF demolition contract meeting cancelled The Southeast Resource Recovery Facility board was scheduled to meet July 22 to consider authorizing a demolition contract with Silverado Contractors, Inc. for up to $5,724,470. That meeting was cancelled, so no action was taken. Minutes are not yet available. ## Police Oversight Commission The Police Oversight Commission elected Dr. Naida Tushnet as Chai… | 2026-08-03 12:05:02 |
| 14 | 14 | 7 | 2026-06-29 | Milwaukee Common Council Approves $45M I-94 Utility Project, Reduces Denny’s Suspension | <p>The Milwaukee Common Council on June 23 approved a $45 million state‑municipal agreement for utility work along the I‑94 East West corridor and a $9.65 million IH‑43 Airport Freeway bridge project. The same meeting saw a unanimous vote to shorten a proposed 30‑day license suspension for a Denny’s restaurant to 10 days after the owner outlined new security measures.</p> <h2>Infrastructure</h2> <p>The council passed the I‑94 utility alterations agreement 13‑1 and the Airport Freeway/92nd Street Bridge agreement 14‑0. Other infrastructure actions included a 13‑1 authorization for a Wisconsin Electric easement at 823 S. 4th St., adoption of $170,000 in assessable improvement projects (14‑0), and honorary street name designations for Carl E. Hunt and Shirley Smith (each 14‑0). The recycling ordinance was replaced by a substitute approved 14‑0.</p> <p>On July 1, the Public Works Committee recommended adoption of $1.975 million in assessable public improvements and $1.987 million in nonassessable improvements (each 4‑0, with one member excused). The committee deleted a concrete reconstruction project on N. 28th Street, approved traffic‑calming speed humps and circles on W. Cleveland Avenue (4‑0, one abstention), and approved a raised crosswalk on N. 55th Street (unanimous). The W. Vliet Street traffic‑calming project was held for additional community discussion. Members also recommended the honorary street name José A. Olivier on S. 9th Street and the appointment of Rebecca Gries to the Harbor Commission (both 4‑0).</p> <h2>Licenses</h2> <p>In addition to reducing the Denny’s license suspension from 30 to 10 days, the Licenses Committee on June 23 approved a hookah service license for Trix Cafe (4‑0) and 24 other license renewals and transfers as “Agenda Only.” Warning letters were issued to five applicants (4‑0).</p> <h2>Appointments and community grants</h2> <p>The Community & Economic Development Committee on July 1 confirmed three mayoral appointments to Business Improvement Districts: Kristin Kurzka and Sand… | The Milwaukee Common Council on June 23 approved a $45 million state‑municipal agreement for utility work along the I‑94 East West corridor and a $9.65 million IH‑43 Airport Freeway bridge project. The same meeting saw a unanimous vote to shorten a proposed 30‑day license suspension for a Denny’s restaurant to 10 days after the owner outlined new security measures. ## Infrastructure The council passed the I‑94 utility alterations agreement 13‑1 and the Airport Freeway/92nd Street Bridge agreement 14‑0. Other infrastructure actions included a 13‑1 authorization for a Wisconsin Electric easement at 823 S. 4th St., adoption of $170,000 in assessable improvement projects (14‑0), and honorary street name designations for Carl E. Hunt and Shirley Smith (each 14‑0). The recycling ordinance was replaced by a substitute approved 14‑0. On July 1, the Public Works Committee recommended adoption of $1.975 million in assessable public improvements and $1.987 million in nonassessable improvements (each 4‑0, with one member excused). The committee deleted a concrete reconstruction project on N. 28th Street, approved traffic‑calming speed humps and circles on W. Cleveland Avenue (4‑0, one abstention), and approved a raised crosswalk on N. 55th Street (unanimous). The W. Vliet Street traffic‑calming project was held for additional community discussion. Members also recommended the honorary street name José A. Olivier on S. 9th Street and the appointment of Rebecca Gries to the Harbor Commission (both 4‑0). ## Licenses In addition to reducing the Denny’s license suspension from 30 to 10 days, the Licenses Committee on June 23 approved a hookah service license for Trix Cafe (4‑0) and 24 other license renewals and transfers as “Agenda Only.” Warning letters were issued to five applicants (4‑0). ## Appointments and community grants The Community & Economic Development Committee on July 1 confirmed three mayoral appointments to Business Improvement Districts: Kristin Kurzka and Sandra Armstrong for BID #26, and Deantrium King f… | 2026-07-05 02:20:28 |
| 15 | 15 | 7 | 2026-07-06 | Milwaukee roundup: Council approves $45M I-94 utility project, committees advance $3.9M in public improvements | <p>The Milwaukee Common Council approved a $45 million I-94 East-West utility reconstruction agreement and a $9.65 million airport freeway bridge agreement at its June 23 meeting, making the state-municipal infrastructure pacts the most consequential decisions of the past two weeks.</p> <h2>Common Council: Infrastructure, licenses, and street names</h2> <p>The Council voted 13-1 to approve the I-94 East West utility alterations agreement and 14-0 to approve the IH-43 Airport Freeway/92nd St Bridge agreement. In licensing matters, the Council reduced a proposed 30-day license suspension for a Denny's to 10 days after the owner outlined new security measures; the vote was unanimous.</p> <p>The Council also passed a recycling ordinance substitute (14-0), adopted honorary street name designations for Carl E. Hunt (14-0) and Shirley Smith (14-0), authorized an easement for Wisconsin Electric at 823 S 4th St (13-1), and approved assessable improvement projects totaling $170,000 (14-0).</p> <h2>Licenses Committee: Hookah license and renewals</h2> <p>On June 23, the Licenses Committee approved a public entertainment premises and food dealer license for Trix Cafe to add hookah services (4-0). The applicant explained that past fines had been paid. The committee also approved 24 license renewals and transfers as "Agenda Only" items (4-0) and issued warning letters to five applicants (4-0). One member was excused. The June 26 Licenses Committee meeting was cancelled on June 18.</p> <h2>Public Works Committee: $3.96M in improvements recommended</h2> <p>On July 1, the Public Works Committee recommended a $1.975 million assessable public improvements resolution (4-0) and a $1.987 million nonassessable public improvements resolution (4-0). The committee deleted a concrete pavement reconstruction project on N. 28th St. (unanimous), approved W. Cleveland Ave traffic calming speed humps and circles (4-0, one abstention), and held the W. Vliet St. traffic calming project for more community discussion (unanimous). The committee also … | The Milwaukee Common Council approved a $45 million I-94 East-West utility reconstruction agreement and a $9.65 million airport freeway bridge agreement at its June 23 meeting, making the state-municipal infrastructure pacts the most consequential decisions of the past two weeks. ## Common Council: Infrastructure, licenses, and street names The Council voted 13-1 to approve the I-94 East West utility alterations agreement and 14-0 to approve the IH-43 Airport Freeway/92nd St Bridge agreement. In licensing matters, the Council reduced a proposed 30-day license suspension for a Denny's to 10 days after the owner outlined new security measures; the vote was unanimous. The Council also passed a recycling ordinance substitute (14-0), adopted honorary street name designations for Carl E. Hunt (14-0) and Shirley Smith (14-0), authorized an easement for Wisconsin Electric at 823 S 4th St (13-1), and approved assessable improvement projects totaling $170,000 (14-0). ## Licenses Committee: Hookah license and renewals On June 23, the Licenses Committee approved a public entertainment premises and food dealer license for Trix Cafe to add hookah services (4-0). The applicant explained that past fines had been paid. The committee also approved 24 license renewals and transfers as "Agenda Only" items (4-0) and issued warning letters to five applicants (4-0). One member was excused. The June 26 Licenses Committee meeting was cancelled on June 18. ## Public Works Committee: $3.96M in improvements recommended On July 1, the Public Works Committee recommended a $1.975 million assessable public improvements resolution (4-0) and a $1.987 million nonassessable public improvements resolution (4-0). The committee deleted a concrete pavement reconstruction project on N. 28th St. (unanimous), approved W. Cleveland Ave traffic calming speed humps and circles (4-0, one abstention), and held the W. Vliet St. traffic calming project for more community discussion (unanimous). The committee also recommended an honorary street name, José … | 2026-07-06 12:05:27 |
| 16 | 16 | 7 | 2026-07-13 | Milwaukee committees approve affordable housing district, $1.5M claims fund, and $3.9M in public improvements | <p>Milwaukee's standing committees advanced nearly $4 million in public infrastructure improvements, created a new tax incremental district to fund 100 affordable rental units, and set aside up to $1.5 million for lawsuit settlements during a busy stretch of meetings from late June through early July.</p> <h2>Affordable housing and development</h2> <p>The Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee on July 7 approved creation of Tax Incremental District No. 134, known as Austin Commons, to support 100 affordable rental units (4-1). The same committee approved a zoning change for The Everett multifamily project at 234 South Water St (4-0) and rezoned the western 50 feet of 1215 West Layton Ave from IL1 to IO1 (3-0).</p> <p>The committee also approved the sale of two city-owned tax deed properties: 2034-2038 West Greenfield Ave (3-0) and 3068 North Teutonia Ave (4-0). An amendment for Tax Incremental District No. 74 funding $4,090,000 was approved 5-0.</p> <p>The City Plan Commission on June 29 held in committee the resolution for 5825 West Hope Avenue, where proposed self-storage and data processing uses drew public testimony on environmental impacts and community engagement (7-0). The commission recommended passage of a zoning change for 1215 West Layton Avenue to the Zoning Committee (7-0) and recommended adoption of the Climate and Equity Plan update (7-0).</p> <h2>Public works and infrastructure</h2> <p>The Public Works Committee on July 1 recommended adoption of a $1,975,000 assessable public improvements resolution (4-0) and a $1,987,000 nonassessable public improvements resolution (4-0). The committee deleted the N. 28th St. concrete pavement reconstruction project (unanimous), approved W. Cleveland Ave traffic calming speed humps and circles (4-0, one abstention), and held the W. Vliet St. traffic calming project for more community discussion (unanimous). N. 55th St. raised crosswalk traffic calming was approved unanimously.</p> <p>The committee also recommended an honorary street name, José A. Olivi… | Milwaukee's standing committees advanced nearly $4 million in public infrastructure improvements, created a new tax incremental district to fund 100 affordable rental units, and set aside up to $1.5 million for lawsuit settlements during a busy stretch of meetings from late June through early July. ## Affordable housing and development The Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee on July 7 approved creation of Tax Incremental District No. 134, known as Austin Commons, to support 100 affordable rental units (4-1). The same committee approved a zoning change for The Everett multifamily project at 234 South Water St (4-0) and rezoned the western 50 feet of 1215 West Layton Ave from IL1 to IO1 (3-0). The committee also approved the sale of two city-owned tax deed properties: 2034-2038 West Greenfield Ave (3-0) and 3068 North Teutonia Ave (4-0). An amendment for Tax Incremental District No. 74 funding $4,090,000 was approved 5-0. The City Plan Commission on June 29 held in committee the resolution for 5825 West Hope Avenue, where proposed self-storage and data processing uses drew public testimony on environmental impacts and community engagement (7-0). The commission recommended passage of a zoning change for 1215 West Layton Avenue to the Zoning Committee (7-0) and recommended adoption of the Climate and Equity Plan update (7-0). ## Public works and infrastructure The Public Works Committee on July 1 recommended adoption of a $1,975,000 assessable public improvements resolution (4-0) and a $1,987,000 nonassessable public improvements resolution (4-0). The committee deleted the N. 28th St. concrete pavement reconstruction project (unanimous), approved W. Cleveland Ave traffic calming speed humps and circles (4-0, one abstention), and held the W. Vliet St. traffic calming project for more community discussion (unanimous). N. 55th St. raised crosswalk traffic calming was approved unanimously. The committee also recommended an honorary street name, José A. Olivieri, on S. 9th St. (4-0) and the appointment of… | 2026-07-13 12:05:22 |
| 17 | 17 | 7 | 2026-07-20 | Milwaukee Common Council approves $4.2M in public works projects; committees advance affordable housing and claims funding | <p>The Milwaukee Common Council approved more than $4.2 million in public works and construction projects at its July 14 meeting, including a $1,987,240.17 construction project and a $1,975,000 public improvement project, both adopted 14-0. The Council also renamed South 9th Street between West Mineral Street and West Washington Street as José A. Olivier (14-0).</p> <h2>Common Council: Street renaming and infrastructure</h2> <p>Beyond the two largest projects, the Council adopted a $197,900 public improvement project (13-0), a $100,000 nonassessable public improvement project (14-0), and approved highway projects for North 76th Street and South 1st Street (both 14-0). The Council also approved a cost decrease for the I-43 North-South Freeway project (14-0).</p> <h2>Finance & Personnel Committee: Claims funding and insurance RFPs</h2> <p>On July 8, the Finance & Personnel Committee reserved and appropriated up to $1,500,000 to the 2026 Damages and Claims Fund (5-0). The committee recommended for adoption RFPs for Stop Loss Insurance (5-0) and Workers' Compensation Benefits Plan administration (5-0). It held to chair Communication 260001 on the 2027 budget gap (5-0) and recommended for passage a substitute ordinance amending 2026 rates of pay (5-0). The committee also approved Communication 260326 on vacancy requests and fund transfers (5-0) and amended a StriveTogether Policy Summit reimbursement resolution (5-0).</p> <h2>Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee: Tax deed sales and affordable housing</h2> <p>On July 7, the committee approved the sale of two city-owned tax deed properties: 2034-2038 West Greenfield Ave (3-0) and 3068 North Teutonia Ave (4-0). It approved a zoning change for The Everett Multifamily at 234 South Water St (4-0) and rezoned the western 50 feet of 1215 West Layton Ave from IL1 to IO1 (3-0).</p> <p>The committee approved creation of Tax Incremental District No. 134 (Austin Commons) for affordable housing (4-1) and approved an amendment for Tax Incremental District No. 74… | The Milwaukee Common Council approved more than $4.2 million in public works and construction projects at its July 14 meeting, including a $1,987,240.17 construction project and a $1,975,000 public improvement project, both adopted 14-0. The Council also renamed South 9th Street between West Mineral Street and West Washington Street as José A. Olivier (14-0). ## Common Council: Street renaming and infrastructure Beyond the two largest projects, the Council adopted a $197,900 public improvement project (13-0), a $100,000 nonassessable public improvement project (14-0), and approved highway projects for North 76th Street and South 1st Street (both 14-0). The Council also approved a cost decrease for the I-43 North-South Freeway project (14-0). ## Finance & Personnel Committee: Claims funding and insurance RFPs On July 8, the Finance & Personnel Committee reserved and appropriated up to $1,500,000 to the 2026 Damages and Claims Fund (5-0). The committee recommended for adoption RFPs for Stop Loss Insurance (5-0) and Workers' Compensation Benefits Plan administration (5-0). It held to chair Communication 260001 on the 2027 budget gap (5-0) and recommended for passage a substitute ordinance amending 2026 rates of pay (5-0). The committee also approved Communication 260326 on vacancy requests and fund transfers (5-0) and amended a StriveTogether Policy Summit reimbursement resolution (5-0). ## Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee: Tax deed sales and affordable housing On July 7, the committee approved the sale of two city-owned tax deed properties: 2034-2038 West Greenfield Ave (3-0) and 3068 North Teutonia Ave (4-0). It approved a zoning change for The Everett Multifamily at 234 South Water St (4-0) and rezoned the western 50 feet of 1215 West Layton Ave from IL1 to IO1 (3-0). The committee approved creation of Tax Incremental District No. 134 (Austin Commons) for affordable housing (4-1) and approved an amendment for Tax Incremental District No. 74 funding $4,090,000 (5-0). It also approved a transfer… | 2026-07-20 13:41:56 |
| 18 | 18 | 7 | 2026-08-03 | Milwaukee Common Council approves $7M in public improvements, creates three affordable housing districts | <p>The Milwaukee Common Council approved $7,007,000 in nonassessable public improvements and created three new Tax Incremental Districts to support affordable housing, while rejecting a mayoral appointment to the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners in a 6-6-3 vote.</p> <h2>Common Council</h2> <p>The Common Council passed a substitute ordinance relating to short-term rentals (15-0), a substitute ordinance relating to native plants (15-0), and an ordinance on penalties for the sale of alcohol, tobacco, and cannabinoids to minors (15-0). The council approved $7,007,000 for nonassessable public improvements (15-0) and authorized up to $4.8M in contingent borrowing for the ERP System Replacement Project (15-0). The council created Tax Incremental Districts No. 132, 135, and 136, with the TID 132 vote recorded as 14-1. The appointment of Jordan Morales to the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners was rejected (6-6-3). The council also approved the use of public school identification cards as library cards (15-0).</p> <h2>Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee</h2> <p>The committee recommended passage of a zoning change to Local Business (LB2) at 1993 South Muskego Avenue (5-0) and a zoning change to Detailed Planned Development (DPD) for Bader Philanthropies sites (5-0). It recommended adoption of Amendment 4 for TID 75 (Reed Street Yards) totaling $17.2M (5-0). The committee also recommended adoption of TID 135 for 25 workforce housing units at 1101-1113 West Historic Mitchell Street (5-0), TID 136 for 95 affordable single-family homes in the Amani neighborhood (5-0), and TID 132 for 200 affordable rental units at 5825 West Hope Avenue (5-0). A lease term sheet for City use of property at 5825 West Hope Avenue was recommended for adoption (5-0), along with four resolutions to sell-back tax-deeded properties to former owners (5-0).</p> <h2>Finance & Personnel Committee</h2> <p>The committee recommended adoption of up to $275M in school revenue anticipation notes (5-0) and up to $4.8M in contingent bo… | The Milwaukee Common Council approved $7,007,000 in nonassessable public improvements and created three new Tax Incremental Districts to support affordable housing, while rejecting a mayoral appointment to the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners in a 6-6-3 vote. ## Common Council The Common Council passed a substitute ordinance relating to short-term rentals (15-0), a substitute ordinance relating to native plants (15-0), and an ordinance on penalties for the sale of alcohol, tobacco, and cannabinoids to minors (15-0). The council approved $7,007,000 for nonassessable public improvements (15-0) and authorized up to $4.8M in contingent borrowing for the ERP System Replacement Project (15-0). The council created Tax Incremental Districts No. 132, 135, and 136, with the TID 132 vote recorded as 14-1. The appointment of Jordan Morales to the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners was rejected (6-6-3). The council also approved the use of public school identification cards as library cards (15-0). ## Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee The committee recommended passage of a zoning change to Local Business (LB2) at 1993 South Muskego Avenue (5-0) and a zoning change to Detailed Planned Development (DPD) for Bader Philanthropies sites (5-0). It recommended adoption of Amendment 4 for TID 75 (Reed Street Yards) totaling $17.2M (5-0). The committee also recommended adoption of TID 135 for 25 workforce housing units at 1101-1113 West Historic Mitchell Street (5-0), TID 136 for 95 affordable single-family homes in the Amani neighborhood (5-0), and TID 132 for 200 affordable rental units at 5825 West Hope Avenue (5-0). A lease term sheet for City use of property at 5825 West Hope Avenue was recommended for adoption (5-0), along with four resolutions to sell-back tax-deeded properties to former owners (5-0). ## Finance & Personnel Committee The committee recommended adoption of up to $275M in school revenue anticipation notes (5-0) and up to $4.8M in contingent borrowing for the ERP System Replacement Project … | 2026-08-03 12:05:02 |
| 19 | 19 | 8 | 2026-06-29 | Pittsburgh council OKs $553K in settlements, $400K library grant | <p>Pittsburgh City Council wrapped up a busy two weeks by approving more than $550,000 in litigation settlements and a $400,000 grant for the Carnegie Library system, along with new tax exemptions for Northside construction, licensing rules for amusement devices, and the sale of 23 tax-delinquent properties.</p> <h2>Legal settlements and library grant</h2> <p>Council on June 30 voted 6-0 to settle four civil lawsuits, with payments totaling $328,296.64. The cases involved Robert Mahouski ($108,296.64), Thomas and Sarah Bench ($70,000), Joseph Engelmeier ($60,000), and Daryl and Karen Luciani ($90,000). Those approvals followed a June 24 meeting of the Finance and Law Committee, where members recommended that package plus four additional settlements — including a $125,000 payment to the Perry estate — bringing the committee-recommended total to $553,296.64. The committee also gave a green light to a $400,000 Keystone grant cooperation agreement to replace the Carnegie Library’s HVAC system and roof.</p> <h2>Tax exemptions, amusement devices pass unanimously</h2> <p>On June 24, council enacted two ordinances by 8-0 votes. One creates a real estate tax exemption for new construction or adaptive reuse of buildings on the Northside. The other establishes a licensing and taxation framework for mechanical amusement devices. Both measures had been the subject of public hearings earlier in the month. The Northside bill (2026-0426) was drafted to spur redevelopment; the amusement device ordinance (2026-0544) adds a new chapter to the city code.</p> <h2>Sale of tax-delinquent properties</h2> <p>Council on June 23 gave final approval to a resolution authorizing the sale of 23 tax-delinquent properties across multiple wards. The vote was on a motion that carried without opposition. The same meeting saw the adoption of three ceremonial proclamations designating June 23 as Aphasia Awareness Day, Ryan Lestitian Day, and Dravet Syndrome Awareness Day.</p> <h2>Appointments and extensions</h2> <p>During the June 30 session, council… | Pittsburgh City Council wrapped up a busy two weeks by approving more than $550,000 in litigation settlements and a $400,000 grant for the Carnegie Library system, along with new tax exemptions for Northside construction, licensing rules for amusement devices, and the sale of 23 tax-delinquent properties. ## Legal settlements and library grant Council on June 30 voted 6-0 to settle four civil lawsuits, with payments totaling $328,296.64. The cases involved Robert Mahouski ($108,296.64), Thomas and Sarah Bench ($70,000), Joseph Engelmeier ($60,000), and Daryl and Karen Luciani ($90,000). Those approvals followed a June 24 meeting of the Finance and Law Committee, where members recommended that package plus four additional settlements — including a $125,000 payment to the Perry estate — bringing the committee-recommended total to $553,296.64. The committee also gave a green light to a $400,000 Keystone grant cooperation agreement to replace the Carnegie Library’s HVAC system and roof. ## Tax exemptions, amusement devices pass unanimously On June 24, council enacted two ordinances by 8-0 votes. One creates a real estate tax exemption for new construction or adaptive reuse of buildings on the Northside. The other establishes a licensing and taxation framework for mechanical amusement devices. Both measures had been the subject of public hearings earlier in the month. The Northside bill (2026-0426) was drafted to spur redevelopment; the amusement device ordinance (2026-0544) adds a new chapter to the city code. ## Sale of tax-delinquent properties Council on June 23 gave final approval to a resolution authorizing the sale of 23 tax-delinquent properties across multiple wards. The vote was on a motion that carried without opposition. The same meeting saw the adoption of three ceremonial proclamations designating June 23 as Aphasia Awareness Day, Ryan Lestitian Day, and Dravet Syndrome Awareness Day. ## Appointments and extensions During the June 30 session, council confirmed Lori McCartney as assistant chief of… | 2026-07-05 02:20:18 |
| 20 | 20 | 8 | 2026-07-06 | Pittsburgh roundup: Council sells 23 tax-delinquent properties, passes Northside tax exemption and amusement device tax | <p>Pittsburgh City Council approved the sale of 23 tax-delinquent properties and passed two ordinances creating a Northside real estate tax exemption and a mechanical amusement device tax framework. Standing committees also recommended over $553,000 in litigation settlements and a $400,000 library grant.</p> <h2>Property sales and proclamations</h2> <p>On June 23, City Council passed finally a resolution authorizing the sale of 23 tax-delinquent properties across multiple wards. The motion carried. Council also adopted three proclamations unanimously: June 23, 2026 as Aphasia Awareness Day, Ryan Lestitian Day, and Dravet Syndrome Awareness Day. On June 30, council declared July 5 as "Martyrs Day" and June 30 as "Idella L. Michaels Day" (6-0).</p> <h2>Ordinances passed</h2> <p>On June 24, council passed two ordinances on final reading, both by 8-0 votes. The first creates a real estate tax exemption for construction or adaptive reuse of buildings on Pittsburgh's Northside. The second establishes a tax and licensing framework for mechanical amusement devices.</p> <h2>Settlements and financial actions</h2> <p>On June 24, the Finance and Law Committee recommended approval of eight litigation settlements totaling $553,296.64. These included $108,296.64 for Mahouski, $70,000 for Bench, $60,000 for Engelmeier, $90,000 for Luciani, $40,000 for Nichols, $60,000 for Runco, and $125,000 total for T. Perry and V. Perry estate settlements. The committee also recommended a $400,000 Keystone grant cooperation agreement for Carnegie Library HVAC and roof replacement.</p> <p>On June 30, council passed several of these settlements: $108,296.64 for Robert Mahouski (6-0), $70,000 for Thomas and Sarah Bench (6-0), $60,000 for Joseph Engelmeier (6-0), and $90,000 for Daryl and Karen Luciani (6-0). Council also passed a $31,508.90 transfer to the Slope Failure Remediation fund (6-0).</p> <h2>Appointments and committee actions</h2> <p>On June 30, council approved the appointment of Lori McCartney as Assistant Chief of Police (6-0) and a… | Pittsburgh City Council approved the sale of 23 tax-delinquent properties and passed two ordinances creating a Northside real estate tax exemption and a mechanical amusement device tax framework. Standing committees also recommended over $553,000 in litigation settlements and a $400,000 library grant. ## Property sales and proclamations On June 23, City Council passed finally a resolution authorizing the sale of 23 tax-delinquent properties across multiple wards. The motion carried. Council also adopted three proclamations unanimously: June 23, 2026 as Aphasia Awareness Day, Ryan Lestitian Day, and Dravet Syndrome Awareness Day. On June 30, council declared July 5 as "Martyrs Day" and June 30 as "Idella L. Michaels Day" (6-0). ## Ordinances passed On June 24, council passed two ordinances on final reading, both by 8-0 votes. The first creates a real estate tax exemption for construction or adaptive reuse of buildings on Pittsburgh's Northside. The second establishes a tax and licensing framework for mechanical amusement devices. ## Settlements and financial actions On June 24, the Finance and Law Committee recommended approval of eight litigation settlements totaling $553,296.64. These included $108,296.64 for Mahouski, $70,000 for Bench, $60,000 for Engelmeier, $90,000 for Luciani, $40,000 for Nichols, $60,000 for Runco, and $125,000 total for T. Perry and V. Perry estate settlements. The committee also recommended a $400,000 Keystone grant cooperation agreement for Carnegie Library HVAC and roof replacement. On June 30, council passed several of these settlements: $108,296.64 for Robert Mahouski (6-0), $70,000 for Thomas and Sarah Bench (6-0), $60,000 for Joseph Engelmeier (6-0), and $90,000 for Daryl and Karen Luciani (6-0). Council also passed a $31,508.90 transfer to the Slope Failure Remediation fund (6-0). ## Appointments and committee actions On June 30, council approved the appointment of Lori McCartney as Assistant Chief of Police (6-0) and a 90-day term extension for the Acting Director of Innovat… | 2026-07-06 12:06:29 |
| 21 | 21 | 8 | 2026-07-13 | Pittsburgh council approves bridge funding, fleet cuts, and multiple settlements | <p>Pittsburgh City Council approved a $500,000 federal funding increase for the PJ McArdle Roadway Bridge preliminary design and reduced authorized spending on the city's fleet management contract by $988,402.29 during its July 7 meeting, both passing 9-0. The actions were among a series of budget amendments, settlements, and appointments council handled over the past two weeks.</p> <h2>Bridge design and fleet management</h2> <p>Council voted 9-0 on July 7 to increase federal funding for the PJ McArdle Roadway Bridge preliminary design by $500,000. The same meeting saw a 9-0 vote to amend the city's fleet management contract, decreasing authorized spending by $988,402.29. The Standing Committees had affirmatively recommended both items on July 1, along with STV Incorporated engineering costs for the McArdle Bridge.</p> <h2>Legal settlements</h2> <p>Council approved several litigation settlements on June 30, all by 6-0 votes: $108,296.64 for Robert Mahouski, $70,000 for Thomas and Sarah Bench, $60,000 for Joseph Engelmeier, and $90,000 for Daryl and Karen Luciani. Council also passed a $31,508.90 transfer to the Slope Failure Remediation fund (6-0). An upcoming executive session on July 14 will consider Resolution 2026-0731, a settlement payment to James Hieber and Ogg, Murphy and Perkosky, P.C. not to exceed $100,000.</p> <h2>Police and administrative appointments</h2> <p>On June 30, council approved Lori McCartney as Assistant Chief of Police (6-0) and granted a 90-day extension for the Acting Director of Innovation and Performance (6-0). On July 7, council approved Karen Dixon as Assistant Chief of Administration of Police and Zachary Workman as Deputy Director of Mobility and Infrastructure, plus a 90-day extension for the Acting Director of the Office of Management and Budget.</p> <h2>Committee recommendations</h2> <p>The July 1 Standing Committees meeting produced several affirmative recommendations forwarded to full council, including 2025 and 2026 capital budget fund re-allocations, park reconstruction pro… | Pittsburgh City Council approved a $500,000 federal funding increase for the PJ McArdle Roadway Bridge preliminary design and reduced authorized spending on the city's fleet management contract by $988,402.29 during its July 7 meeting, both passing 9-0. The actions were among a series of budget amendments, settlements, and appointments council handled over the past two weeks. ## Bridge design and fleet management Council voted 9-0 on July 7 to increase federal funding for the PJ McArdle Roadway Bridge preliminary design by $500,000. The same meeting saw a 9-0 vote to amend the city's fleet management contract, decreasing authorized spending by $988,402.29. The Standing Committees had affirmatively recommended both items on July 1, along with STV Incorporated engineering costs for the McArdle Bridge. ## Legal settlements Council approved several litigation settlements on June 30, all by 6-0 votes: $108,296.64 for Robert Mahouski, $70,000 for Thomas and Sarah Bench, $60,000 for Joseph Engelmeier, and $90,000 for Daryl and Karen Luciani. Council also passed a $31,508.90 transfer to the Slope Failure Remediation fund (6-0). An upcoming executive session on July 14 will consider Resolution 2026-0731, a settlement payment to James Hieber and Ogg, Murphy and Perkosky, P.C. not to exceed $100,000. ## Police and administrative appointments On June 30, council approved Lori McCartney as Assistant Chief of Police (6-0) and granted a 90-day extension for the Acting Director of Innovation and Performance (6-0). On July 7, council approved Karen Dixon as Assistant Chief of Administration of Police and Zachary Workman as Deputy Director of Mobility and Infrastructure, plus a 90-day extension for the Acting Director of the Office of Management and Budget. ## Committee recommendations The July 1 Standing Committees meeting produced several affirmative recommendations forwarded to full council, including 2025 and 2026 capital budget fund re-allocations, park reconstruction program fund transfers, a Safe Passages youth violence… | 2026-07-13 12:05:30 |
| 22 | 22 | 8 | 2026-07-20 | Pittsburgh council approves $500K for PJ McArdle Bridge design, LA28 Olympic agreement; bridge and settlement votes ahead | <p>Pittsburgh City Council approved a $500,000 federal funding increase for the PJ McArdle Roadway Bridge preliminary design on a 9-0 vote July 7, the largest single infrastructure item decided over the past two weeks. Council also cut authorized spending on the city's fleet management contract by $988,402.29 and confirmed appointments to the Bureau of Police and Department of Mobility and Infrastructure.</p> <h2>City Council — July 7</h2> <p>Council passed several budget amendments, including the $500,000 federal funding increase for the PJ McArdle Roadway Bridge preliminary design (9-0) and the $988,402.29 decrease in authorized spending on the fleet management contract (9-0). Members confirmed Karen Dixon as Assistant Chief of Administration of Police and Zachary Workman as Deputy Director of Mobility and Infrastructure, and approved a 90-day extension of the Acting Director of the Office of Management and Budget. Council adopted proclamations honoring Dr. Anthony D. Hall and declaring Younger Brothers Bar Day. An extension for the Planning Commission to act on Council Bill #2026-0609 passed 8-0, with one member out of the room. Resolutions for land bank acquisitions, a public art license, and a budget reallocation were read and referred to committees.</p> <h2>Standing Committees — July 8</h2> <p>Committees affirmatively recommended six resolutions: an LA28 event coordination agreement (2026-0687); an ePlus Technology IT support contract up to $95,440 (2026-0682); a Dell Financial Services payment of $58,283.18 (2026-0683); a Julota software subscription amendment up to $276,044.72 (2026-0684); Malady & Wooten, Inc. legislative services up to $264,000 (2026-0685); and ALCOSAN diversion structures at 2200 Spring Garden Avenue (2026-0686).</p> <h2>Public Hearings</h2> <p>The Committee on Hearings and Policy held a public hearing July 8 on Bill 2026-0518, which proposes creating the East Carson Street Improvement District, a Neighborhood Improvement District that would fund street and business improvements by… | Pittsburgh City Council approved a $500,000 federal funding increase for the PJ McArdle Roadway Bridge preliminary design on a 9-0 vote July 7, the largest single infrastructure item decided over the past two weeks. Council also cut authorized spending on the city's fleet management contract by $988,402.29 and confirmed appointments to the Bureau of Police and Department of Mobility and Infrastructure. ## City Council — July 7 Council passed several budget amendments, including the $500,000 federal funding increase for the PJ McArdle Roadway Bridge preliminary design (9-0) and the $988,402.29 decrease in authorized spending on the fleet management contract (9-0). Members confirmed Karen Dixon as Assistant Chief of Administration of Police and Zachary Workman as Deputy Director of Mobility and Infrastructure, and approved a 90-day extension of the Acting Director of the Office of Management and Budget. Council adopted proclamations honoring Dr. Anthony D. Hall and declaring Younger Brothers Bar Day. An extension for the Planning Commission to act on Council Bill #2026-0609 passed 8-0, with one member out of the room. Resolutions for land bank acquisitions, a public art license, and a budget reallocation were read and referred to committees. ## Standing Committees — July 8 Committees affirmatively recommended six resolutions: an LA28 event coordination agreement (2026-0687); an ePlus Technology IT support contract up to $95,440 (2026-0682); a Dell Financial Services payment of $58,283.18 (2026-0683); a Julota software subscription amendment up to $276,044.72 (2026-0684); Malady & Wooten, Inc. legislative services up to $264,000 (2026-0685); and ALCOSAN diversion structures at 2200 Spring Garden Avenue (2026-0686). ## Public Hearings The Committee on Hearings and Policy held a public hearing July 8 on Bill 2026-0518, which proposes creating the East Carson Street Improvement District, a Neighborhood Improvement District that would fund street and business improvements by assessing fees on nearby property owners. … | 2026-07-20 13:31:29 |
| 23 | 23 | 8 | 2026-08-03 | Pittsburgh Council Approves $45M in First Responder Donations; Bridge Contracts Advance | <p>Pittsburgh City Council approved $45 million in donations from two health systems to fund first responder vehicles and equipment, marking the largest financial action among recent city government meetings. The votes were unanimous, 9-0, on July 28.</p> <h2>$45M in First Responder Donations Approved</h2> <p>Council approved two major donations: $20 million from Highmark Health for first responder resources and fire vehicles, and $25 million from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center for EMS vehicles and equipment. Both passed 9-0. The Standing Committees had affirmatively recommended both items the prior day.</p> <h2>Bridge and Infrastructure Contracts Advance</h2> <p>The Standing Committees on July 29 affirmatively recommended a $4,077,687.40 supplemental agreement for the Charles Anderson Bridge Project construction phase and a $1,378,913.21 supplemental agreement for the West Carson Street Bridge final design. Both items are scheduled for a final council vote on August 3. The Charles Anderson Bridge agreement reflects an increase of $250,837.47, and the West Carson Street Bridge agreement reflects an increase of $790,914.71.</p> <p>The committees also affirmatively recommended $1,124,727 for Newton Street Project parcel acquisitions, up $20,070.</p> <h2>$1M Grant for Public Safety Recruiting Recommended</h2> <p>Standing Committees on July 29 affirmatively recommended a $1,000,000 grant from the Ross and Carol Nese Foundation to hire a Head of Talent Acquisition for Public Safety. This item is also on the August 3 council agenda for final action.</p> <h2>Settlements and Litigation</h2> <p>Council approved a $100,000 litigation settlement for James Hieber on July 28, passing 9-0. The Standing Committees had affirmatively recommended the same settlement on July 22.</p> <p>On July 29, the Standing Committees affirmatively recommended a settlement payment not to exceed $515,000 to Brian and Donna Albert. An executive session on July 21 had listed this item alongside a quitclaim deed for 7217 Monticello Stre… | Pittsburgh City Council approved $45 million in donations from two health systems to fund first responder vehicles and equipment, marking the largest financial action among recent city government meetings. The votes were unanimous, 9-0, on July 28. ## $45M in First Responder Donations Approved Council approved two major donations: $20 million from Highmark Health for first responder resources and fire vehicles, and $25 million from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center for EMS vehicles and equipment. Both passed 9-0. The Standing Committees had affirmatively recommended both items the prior day. ## Bridge and Infrastructure Contracts Advance The Standing Committees on July 29 affirmatively recommended a $4,077,687.40 supplemental agreement for the Charles Anderson Bridge Project construction phase and a $1,378,913.21 supplemental agreement for the West Carson Street Bridge final design. Both items are scheduled for a final council vote on August 3. The Charles Anderson Bridge agreement reflects an increase of $250,837.47, and the West Carson Street Bridge agreement reflects an increase of $790,914.71. The committees also affirmatively recommended $1,124,727 for Newton Street Project parcel acquisitions, up $20,070. ## $1M Grant for Public Safety Recruiting Recommended Standing Committees on July 29 affirmatively recommended a $1,000,000 grant from the Ross and Carol Nese Foundation to hire a Head of Talent Acquisition for Public Safety. This item is also on the August 3 council agenda for final action. ## Settlements and Litigation Council approved a $100,000 litigation settlement for James Hieber on July 28, passing 9-0. The Standing Committees had affirmatively recommended the same settlement on July 22. On July 29, the Standing Committees affirmatively recommended a settlement payment not to exceed $515,000 to Brian and Donna Albert. An executive session on July 21 had listed this item alongside a quitclaim deed for 7217 Monticello Street to Marvin Miller for $3,000 and the $100,000 Hieber sett… | 2026-08-03 12:05:02 |
| 24 | 24 | 9 | 2026-06-29 | Housing and Redevelopment Authority approves $2.1 million affordable housing incentive release | <p>The St. Paul Housing and Redevelopment Authority voted 6-0 last week to release a $2.1 million affordable housing incentive covenant tied to a property at 556 Gotzian Street, freeing the funds for the project. The board also authorized the sale of an HRA-owned parcel at 1087 Ross Avenue.</p> <h2>HRA actions</h2> <p>The HRA board acted on June 24 with Commissioner Bowie excused and Commissioners Kim and Coleman arriving late. The board approved the release of a 4(d) Affordable Housing Incentive Program covenant for the Gotzian Street property in a 6-0 vote. A separate 6-0 vote authorized the sale of the Ross Avenue parcel. Details of the sale or the specific use of the incentive release were not detailed in the minutes. The board also reserved funds for five Saint Paul neighborhood profiles, a measure that passed 4-0.</p> <h2>Property extension and fines</h2> <p>At a June 23 legislative hearing, the hearing officer granted a conditional 180-day extension for substantial abatement repairs at 947 Fremont Avenue. The owner must forfeit $5,000 of a $15,000 performance deposit and pay an additional $2,500 per month starting in August until the work is finished. The matter was referred to the City Council for a July 8 hearing.</p> <p>Other items decided at that hearing included:</p> <ul> <li>A nuisance abatement appeal for 399 Blair Avenue was laid over to July 7.</li> <li>A condemnation at 855 Third Street East was extended to October 1.</li> <li>A fire certificate appeal for 74 Congress Street West was laid over to July 21.</li> </ul> <h2>Committees receive presentations, take no action</h2> <p>The Policy Committee on June 24 received and filed three presentations: a proposal for full-time city councilmembers, an Office of Arts and Culture proposal, and an executive summary of the Cultural Destination Area Study. No votes were taken. The Public Safety Committee the same day received and filed presentations from the St. Paul Police Department on camera and technology capabilities and from the ACLU-MN on automated li… | The St. Paul Housing and Redevelopment Authority voted 6-0 last week to release a $2.1 million affordable housing incentive covenant tied to a property at 556 Gotzian Street, freeing the funds for the project. The board also authorized the sale of an HRA-owned parcel at 1087 Ross Avenue. ## HRA actions The HRA board acted on June 24 with Commissioner Bowie excused and Commissioners Kim and Coleman arriving late. The board approved the release of a 4(d) Affordable Housing Incentive Program covenant for the Gotzian Street property in a 6-0 vote. A separate 6-0 vote authorized the sale of the Ross Avenue parcel. Details of the sale or the specific use of the incentive release were not detailed in the minutes. The board also reserved funds for five Saint Paul neighborhood profiles, a measure that passed 4-0. ## Property extension and fines At a June 23 legislative hearing, the hearing officer granted a conditional 180-day extension for substantial abatement repairs at 947 Fremont Avenue. The owner must forfeit $5,000 of a $15,000 performance deposit and pay an additional $2,500 per month starting in August until the work is finished. The matter was referred to the City Council for a July 8 hearing. Other items decided at that hearing included: - A nuisance abatement appeal for 399 Blair Avenue was laid over to July 7. - A condemnation at 855 Third Street East was extended to October 1. - A fire certificate appeal for 74 Congress Street West was laid over to July 21. ## Committees receive presentations, take no action The Policy Committee on June 24 received and filed three presentations: a proposal for full-time city councilmembers, an Office of Arts and Culture proposal, and an executive summary of the Cultural Destination Area Study. No votes were taken. The Public Safety Committee the same day received and filed presentations from the St. Paul Police Department on camera and technology capabilities and from the ACLU-MN on automated license plate reader regulations. ## Coming up The City Council meets on J… | 2026-07-05 02:20:14 |
| 25 | 25 | 9 | 2026-07-06 | St. Paul HRA approves $2.1M affordable housing incentive release; Council to weigh University Ave budget shift | <p>The St. Paul Housing & Redevelopment Authority approved the release of a $2.1 million affordable housing incentive covenant for a property at 556 Gotzian St., the largest dollar action among recent city meetings. The vote was 6-0, with Commissioner Bowie excused and Commissioners Kim and Coleman arriving late.</p> <h2>Housing & Redevelopment Authority (June 24)</h2> <p>The HRA took three recorded votes:</p> <ul> <li>Approved the $2.1 million 4(d) Affordable Housing Incentive Program covenant release for 556 Gotzian St. (6-0).</li> <li>Reserved funds for five Saint Paul neighborhood profiles (4-0).</li> <li>Authorized the sale of an HRA-owned parcel at 1087 Ross Avenue (6-0).</li> </ul> <h2>Legislative Hearings (June 23)</h2> <p>The Legislative Hearing Officer granted an additional 180 days for the owner of 947 Fremont Avenue to complete substantial abatement repairs. The owner must forfeit $5,000 of the $15,000 performance deposit and pay an additional $2,500 per month beginning in August until completion. The matter was referred to the City Council for a July 8 hearing.</p> <p>Other actions:</p> <ul> <li>Nuisance abatement appeal for 399 Blair Avenue laid over to July 7.</li> <li>Extension to October 1 granted for a condemnation at 855 Third Street East.</li> <li>Fire certificate appeal for 74 Congress Street West laid over to July 21.</li> </ul> <h2>City Council (June 24)</h2> <p>The Council's June 24 agenda included a proposed tree preservation ordinance for city-sponsored construction projects and several budget items: a $70,000 allocation for 202 Cesar Chavez St. (La Oficina), a $120,677 budget amendment for Solid Waste Fleet expansion, and a $50,000 grant for energy efficiency at the Solid Waste & Recycling Facility. Public hearings were listed for sound variance requests at 125 Shepard Road and for the Rondo Days Festival. Minutes for this meeting have not yet been published, so these items reflect the agenda, not confirmed outcomes.</p> <h2>Policy Committee (June 24)</h2> <p>The committee r… | The St. Paul Housing & Redevelopment Authority approved the release of a $2.1 million affordable housing incentive covenant for a property at 556 Gotzian St., the largest dollar action among recent city meetings. The vote was 6-0, with Commissioner Bowie excused and Commissioners Kim and Coleman arriving late. ## Housing & Redevelopment Authority (June 24) The HRA took three recorded votes: - Approved the $2.1 million 4(d) Affordable Housing Incentive Program covenant release for 556 Gotzian St. (6-0). - Reserved funds for five Saint Paul neighborhood profiles (4-0). - Authorized the sale of an HRA-owned parcel at 1087 Ross Avenue (6-0). ## Legislative Hearings (June 23) The Legislative Hearing Officer granted an additional 180 days for the owner of 947 Fremont Avenue to complete substantial abatement repairs. The owner must forfeit $5,000 of the $15,000 performance deposit and pay an additional $2,500 per month beginning in August until completion. The matter was referred to the City Council for a July 8 hearing. Other actions: - Nuisance abatement appeal for 399 Blair Avenue laid over to July 7. - Extension to October 1 granted for a condemnation at 855 Third Street East. - Fire certificate appeal for 74 Congress Street West laid over to July 21. ## City Council (June 24) The Council's June 24 agenda included a proposed tree preservation ordinance for city-sponsored construction projects and several budget items: a $70,000 allocation for 202 Cesar Chavez St. (La Oficina), a $120,677 budget amendment for Solid Waste Fleet expansion, and a $50,000 grant for energy efficiency at the Solid Waste & Recycling Facility. Public hearings were listed for sound variance requests at 125 Shepard Road and for the Rondo Days Festival. Minutes for this meeting have not yet been published, so these items reflect the agenda, not confirmed outcomes. ## Policy Committee (June 24) The committee received and filed three items with no votes taken: a Full-Time Councilmember presentation, an Office of Arts and Culture propos… | 2026-07-06 12:05:51 |
| 26 | 26 | 9 | 2026-07-13 | St. Paul Council Approves STAR Grants, Ford Site Permits, and Renames Phalen Picnic Island | <p>The St. Paul City Council's July 8 meeting produced the week's most consequential decisions, including roadway infrastructure permits for the Ford Site, 2026 STAR grant awards, and a unanimous vote to rename Phalen Picnic Island to Tou Ger Xiong Island.</p> <h2>City Council — July 8</h2> <p>The council adopted its consent agenda and multiple resolutions on a 7-0 vote to rename Phalen Picnic Island to Tou Ger Xiong Island. It approved roadway infrastructure permits for Project Paul LLC at the Ford Site and adopted the 2026 Cultural STAR and Neighborhood STAR grant program awards.</p> <p>The council also authorized a solar interconnection agreement with Xcel Energy at Dayton's Bluff Recreation Center and approved liquor license changes for Mounds Park Lounge and Bewick Café.</p> <p>Two collective bargaining agreements — for the Saint Paul Supervisors' Organization and the Professional Employees Association — were laid over to July 15, 2026. A tree preservation ordinance (Ord 25-4) was tabled until the same date. Several legislative hearing appeals regarding nuisance abatement and fire certificates received compliance deadlines or continuances.</p> <h2>Legislative Hearings — July 7</h2> <p>A hearing officer granted a tenant's appeal by extending the compliance deadline to August 7, 2026 for current fire and safety correction orders at 683 Kansas Avenue. The decision requires property owner TWV Limited Partnership to complete repairs identified during Department of Safety and Inspections visits. Tenants requested additional city intervention and repair authority, but the hearing officer noted those requests fall outside her jurisdiction.</p> <h2>Housing & Redevelopment Authority — July 8</h2> <p>The HRA Board approved the June 2026 meeting minutes unanimously, 6-0. Staff reports on a TWV Limited Partnership loan amendment and a proposed three-year lease with Union Pacific Railroad were presented and filed, but no actions were taken on either item.</p> <h2>Library Board — July 8</h2> <p>The Library Board agenda… | The St. Paul City Council's July 8 meeting produced the week's most consequential decisions, including roadway infrastructure permits for the Ford Site, 2026 STAR grant awards, and a unanimous vote to rename Phalen Picnic Island to Tou Ger Xiong Island. ## City Council — July 8 The council adopted its consent agenda and multiple resolutions on a 7-0 vote to rename Phalen Picnic Island to Tou Ger Xiong Island. It approved roadway infrastructure permits for Project Paul LLC at the Ford Site and adopted the 2026 Cultural STAR and Neighborhood STAR grant program awards. The council also authorized a solar interconnection agreement with Xcel Energy at Dayton's Bluff Recreation Center and approved liquor license changes for Mounds Park Lounge and Bewick Café. Two collective bargaining agreements — for the Saint Paul Supervisors' Organization and the Professional Employees Association — were laid over to July 15, 2026. A tree preservation ordinance (Ord 25-4) was tabled until the same date. Several legislative hearing appeals regarding nuisance abatement and fire certificates received compliance deadlines or continuances. ## Legislative Hearings — July 7 A hearing officer granted a tenant's appeal by extending the compliance deadline to August 7, 2026 for current fire and safety correction orders at 683 Kansas Avenue. The decision requires property owner TWV Limited Partnership to complete repairs identified during Department of Safety and Inspections visits. Tenants requested additional city intervention and repair authority, but the hearing officer noted those requests fall outside her jurisdiction. ## Housing & Redevelopment Authority — July 8 The HRA Board approved the June 2026 meeting minutes unanimously, 6-0. Staff reports on a TWV Limited Partnership loan amendment and a proposed three-year lease with Union Pacific Railroad were presented and filed, but no actions were taken on either item. ## Library Board — July 8 The Library Board agenda was primarily procedural. The board reviewed a staff report on equ… | 2026-07-13 12:05:38 |
| 27 | 27 | 9 | 2026-07-20 | St. Paul Council approves STAR grants, Ford Site permits; renames Phalen Picnic Island to Tou Ger Xiong Island | <p>The St. Paul City Council unanimously approved 2026 Cultural STAR and Neighborhood STAR grant awards, roadway infrastructure permits for Project Paul LLC at the Ford Site, and renamed Phalen Picnic Island to Tou Ger Xiong Island in a 7-0 vote on July 8, 2026.</p> <h2>City Council — July 8</h2> <p>The council adopted its consent agenda and multiple resolutions. Roadway infrastructure permits for Project Paul LLC at the Ford Site were approved, along with a solar interconnection agreement with Xcel Energy at Dayton's Bluff Recreation Center. Liquor license changes were approved for Mounds Park Lounge and Bewick Café. The council tabled two collective bargaining agreements — for the Saint Paul Supervisors' Organization and the Professional Employees Association — and a tree preservation ordinance (Ord 25-4) until July 15, 2026. Several legislative hearing appeals regarding nuisance abatement and fire certificates received compliance deadlines or continuances.</p> <h2>Legislative Hearings — July 7 and July 14</h2> <p>On July 7, the hearing officer granted a tenant's appeal by extending the compliance deadline to August 7, 2026 for fire and safety correction orders at 683 Kansas Avenue. Property owner TWV Limited Partnership must complete repairs identified during Department of Safety and Inspections visits. Tenants requested additional city intervention and repair authority, but the hearing officer said those requests fall outside her jurisdiction.</p> <p>On July 14, the committee continued a public hearing on the rehabilitation or razing of structures at 594–596 Reaney Avenue to August 5, 2026 and granted a 180-day rehabilitation period, contingent on posting a $5,000 performance deposit and completing the Code Compliance Inspection Report. The matter was referred to the City Council with a return date of July 15, 2026. Contractor Jay Mitchell said the performance deposit would be posted that day.</p> <h2>Housing & Redevelopment Authority — July 8</h2> <p>The HRA Board approved June 2026 meeting minutes unani… | The St. Paul City Council unanimously approved 2026 Cultural STAR and Neighborhood STAR grant awards, roadway infrastructure permits for Project Paul LLC at the Ford Site, and renamed Phalen Picnic Island to Tou Ger Xiong Island in a 7-0 vote on July 8, 2026. ## City Council — July 8 The council adopted its consent agenda and multiple resolutions. Roadway infrastructure permits for Project Paul LLC at the Ford Site were approved, along with a solar interconnection agreement with Xcel Energy at Dayton's Bluff Recreation Center. Liquor license changes were approved for Mounds Park Lounge and Bewick Café. The council tabled two collective bargaining agreements — for the Saint Paul Supervisors' Organization and the Professional Employees Association — and a tree preservation ordinance (Ord 25-4) until July 15, 2026. Several legislative hearing appeals regarding nuisance abatement and fire certificates received compliance deadlines or continuances. ## Legislative Hearings — July 7 and July 14 On July 7, the hearing officer granted a tenant's appeal by extending the compliance deadline to August 7, 2026 for fire and safety correction orders at 683 Kansas Avenue. Property owner TWV Limited Partnership must complete repairs identified during Department of Safety and Inspections visits. Tenants requested additional city intervention and repair authority, but the hearing officer said those requests fall outside her jurisdiction. On July 14, the committee continued a public hearing on the rehabilitation or razing of structures at 594–596 Reaney Avenue to August 5, 2026 and granted a 180-day rehabilitation period, contingent on posting a $5,000 performance deposit and completing the Code Compliance Inspection Report. The matter was referred to the City Council with a return date of July 15, 2026. Contractor Jay Mitchell said the performance deposit would be posted that day. ## Housing & Redevelopment Authority — July 8 The HRA Board approved June 2026 meeting minutes unanimously, 6-0. Staff reports on a TWV Limited Partn… | 2026-07-20 12:20:48 |
| 28 | 28 | 9 | 2026-08-03 | St. Paul council denies two supportive housing variances; approves shelter agreement and Xcel franchise amendments | <p>The St. Paul City Council voted 7-0 on July 22 to signal intent to deny variance appeals for supportive housing facilities at 418 Sherburne Avenue (24 residents) and 519 Farrington Street (11 residents). The council also approved several infrastructure and licensing items at the same meeting.</p> <h2>City Council — July 22</h2> <p>The council's intent-to-deny votes on both housing variances were unanimous (7-0). Also approved 7-0 were amendments to the Xcel Energy electric and gas franchise, a Joint Powers Agreement with Ramsey County for emergency shelter facilities, a lease renewal with Metropolitan State University for Dayton's Bluff Library, and funding transfers for the Wabasha Bridge and University Avenue projects.</p> <p>The council approved an auto repair license for Discount Tire at 1350 University Ave W and a liquor license ownership change for The Victorian at 859 Thomas Ave.</p> <p>Later that day, the council held a special meeting for a public hearing on the Mayor's Encampment Plan (PH 26-14). The item was received and filed.</p> <h2>Legislative Hearings — July 28</h2> <p>The committee issued recommendations on several property-related appeals. It recommended approval of a special tax assessment for 565 Aldine Street and deletion of a special tax assessment for 2012 Como Avenue. Compliance extensions were recommended for 1312 Scheffer Avenue (to August 14, 2026) and 1597 Charles Avenue (to August 14 and September 4, 2026). An appeal for 2098 Pinehurst Avenue was withdrawn. The committee recommended granting an appeal of a Fire Inspection Notice of Condemnation for 1875 Nebraska Avenue East. Two items — appeals for 1518 Selby Avenue and 1875 Nebraska Avenue East (Justin Rasmussen) — were laid over to August 4, 2026.</p> <h2>Licensing Hearings — July 23</h2> <p>The board received and filed license applications for Raider Liquor LLC, doing business as Dabbler Depot, and Hoodie's Coffee Den LLC, doing business as Catzen Coffee. No other substantive actions were taken.</p> <h2>Committees and HRA — agen… | The St. Paul City Council voted 7-0 on July 22 to signal intent to deny variance appeals for supportive housing facilities at 418 Sherburne Avenue (24 residents) and 519 Farrington Street (11 residents). The council also approved several infrastructure and licensing items at the same meeting. ## City Council — July 22 The council's intent-to-deny votes on both housing variances were unanimous (7-0). Also approved 7-0 were amendments to the Xcel Energy electric and gas franchise, a Joint Powers Agreement with Ramsey County for emergency shelter facilities, a lease renewal with Metropolitan State University for Dayton's Bluff Library, and funding transfers for the Wabasha Bridge and University Avenue projects. The council approved an auto repair license for Discount Tire at 1350 University Ave W and a liquor license ownership change for The Victorian at 859 Thomas Ave. Later that day, the council held a special meeting for a public hearing on the Mayor's Encampment Plan (PH 26-14). The item was received and filed. ## Legislative Hearings — July 28 The committee issued recommendations on several property-related appeals. It recommended approval of a special tax assessment for 565 Aldine Street and deletion of a special tax assessment for 2012 Como Avenue. Compliance extensions were recommended for 1312 Scheffer Avenue (to August 14, 2026) and 1597 Charles Avenue (to August 14 and September 4, 2026). An appeal for 2098 Pinehurst Avenue was withdrawn. The committee recommended granting an appeal of a Fire Inspection Notice of Condemnation for 1875 Nebraska Avenue East. Two items — appeals for 1518 Selby Avenue and 1875 Nebraska Avenue East (Justin Rasmussen) — were laid over to August 4, 2026. ## Licensing Hearings — July 23 The board received and filed license applications for Raider Liquor LLC, doing business as Dabbler Depot, and Hoodie's Coffee Den LLC, doing business as Catzen Coffee. No other substantive actions were taken. ## Committees and HRA — agendas only (minutes not yet published) Several bodies met… | 2026-08-03 12:05:02 |
| 29 | 29 | 10 | 2026-08-03 | County Commission Approves District CBO Allocations; Naranja Lakes CRA Budget and Zoning Hearings Pending | <p>The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners approved a series of district-level community funding allocations and in-kind service authorizations at its July 21, 2026 meeting, while two other items — the Naranja Lakes Community Redevelopment Agency budget and a set of master plan and zoning hearings — remain on the agenda with no published minutes yet.</p> <h2>District CBO Funding and In-Kind Services Approved</h2> <p>On July 21, the Board of County Commissioners approved multiple resolutions allocating funds from FY 2025-26 District Community Based Organization (CBO) discretionary reserves and designated project programs across several commission districts.</p> <p>The board approved the following in-kind service authorizations:</p> <ul> <li>$1,750 in in-kind services for the "Bike Ride in the 305" event (Res. 261176)</li> <li>$1,400 in in-kind services for the Miami Springs Women's Club Health and Wellness event (Res. 261168)</li> </ul> <p>The board also approved FY 2025-26 CBO, project, and arena naming rights allocations for Districts 1, 2, 8, 11, 12, and 13 (Resolutions 261237, 261242, 261245, 261246, 261247, and 261248). Specific dollar amounts for those district allocations were not included in the available summary. Several mayoral reports regarding county operations and appointments were also received.</p> <h2>Naranja Lakes CRA Budget and Contract on Hold</h2> <p>The Naranja Lakes Community Redevelopment Agency meeting scheduled for July 21, 2026 was cancelled. According to the agenda, the Board of County Commissioners is set to take up the CRA's FY 2026–27 budget of $50,860,061.00 and a $42,000 property management contract extension with WLS, L.C.</p> <p>Agenda items also include discussion of the CRA board meeting cadence and locations, the hiring of outside counsel, and the disposition of two properties located at 27501 and 27525 South Dixie Highway. No minutes have been published, so none of these items have been confirmed as decided.</p> <h2>Master Plan Amendments and Zoning Requests Scheduled</h2… | The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners approved a series of district-level community funding allocations and in-kind service authorizations at its July 21, 2026 meeting, while two other items — the Naranja Lakes Community Redevelopment Agency budget and a set of master plan and zoning hearings — remain on the agenda with no published minutes yet. ## District CBO Funding and In-Kind Services Approved On July 21, the Board of County Commissioners approved multiple resolutions allocating funds from FY 2025-26 District Community Based Organization (CBO) discretionary reserves and designated project programs across several commission districts. The board approved the following in-kind service authorizations: - $1,750 in in-kind services for the "Bike Ride in the 305" event (Res. 261176) - $1,400 in in-kind services for the Miami Springs Women's Club Health and Wellness event (Res. 261168) The board also approved FY 2025-26 CBO, project, and arena naming rights allocations for Districts 1, 2, 8, 11, 12, and 13 (Resolutions 261237, 261242, 261245, 261246, 261247, and 261248). Specific dollar amounts for those district allocations were not included in the available summary. Several mayoral reports regarding county operations and appointments were also received. ## Naranja Lakes CRA Budget and Contract on Hold The Naranja Lakes Community Redevelopment Agency meeting scheduled for July 21, 2026 was cancelled. According to the agenda, the Board of County Commissioners is set to take up the CRA's FY 2026–27 budget of $50,860,061.00 and a $42,000 property management contract extension with WLS, L.C. Agenda items also include discussion of the CRA board meeting cadence and locations, the hiring of outside counsel, and the disposition of two properties located at 27501 and 27525 South Dixie Highway. No minutes have been published, so none of these items have been confirmed as decided. ## Master Plan Amendments and Zoning Requests Scheduled A July 23, 2026 meeting of the Board of County Commissioners — sitting as… | 2026-08-03 12:05:02 |
| 30 | 30 | 11 | 2026-06-29 | Council Advances FY2027 Budget, Considers Data Center Ban and Homeless Aid | <p>The Baltimore City Council took initial steps on a slate of major financial and land-use items in recent weeks, including the proposed fiscal year 2027 budget, a $2.5 million homeless services package, and a citywide moratorium on data centers. Multiple committee hearings also reviewed opioid restitution oversight and parking permit adjustments, while upcoming agendas set the stage for museum worker pensions and missing persons policy briefings.</p> <h2>Budget and Organizational Votes</h2> <p>At its June 24 meeting, the City Council considered several foundational fiscal measures. Among them: the annual property tax ordinance for FY 2027, the operating budget for the Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners, and the overall Ordinance of Estimates covering appropriations for all city agencies. A charter amendment to establish a dedicated Department of Water and Wastewater was also on the docket. No minutes were yet available, and outcomes of the votes have not been published.</p> <h2>Zoning, Bans and Tax Credits</h2> <p>On June 22, the council weighed a series of legislative and land-use actions. The agenda included an increase to the homestead property tax credit for the taxable year beginning July 2026, a ban on private detention centers, and a prohibition on data centers citywide. Members were also set to approve $2.5 million in supplementary state funding for homeless rental assistance and case management. Additionally, the body considered rezoning 4308–4312 Hayward Avenue to TOD-1 and 3605 Hickory Avenue to IMU-1, along with the closure of portions of Remington Avenue and Falls Road, and the sale of former public property. Meeting minutes have not yet been released.</p> <h2>Opioid Fund Oversight</h2> <p>The Public Health & Environment Committee held hearings on June 24 and July 1 to examine oversight of Baltimore’s opioid restitution fund. Council members assessed whether money is supporting effective, evidence-based strategies for vulnerable populations. The sessions centered on item LO25-0022 and… | The Baltimore City Council took initial steps on a slate of major financial and land-use items in recent weeks, including the proposed fiscal year 2027 budget, a $2.5 million homeless services package, and a citywide moratorium on data centers. Multiple committee hearings also reviewed opioid restitution oversight and parking permit adjustments, while upcoming agendas set the stage for museum worker pensions and missing persons policy briefings. ## Budget and Organizational Votes At its June 24 meeting, the City Council considered several foundational fiscal measures. Among them: the annual property tax ordinance for FY 2027, the operating budget for the Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners, and the overall Ordinance of Estimates covering appropriations for all city agencies. A charter amendment to establish a dedicated Department of Water and Wastewater was also on the docket. No minutes were yet available, and outcomes of the votes have not been published. ## Zoning, Bans and Tax Credits On June 22, the council weighed a series of legislative and land-use actions. The agenda included an increase to the homestead property tax credit for the taxable year beginning July 2026, a ban on private detention centers, and a prohibition on data centers citywide. Members were also set to approve $2.5 million in supplementary state funding for homeless rental assistance and case management. Additionally, the body considered rezoning 4308–4312 Hayward Avenue to TOD-1 and 3605 Hickory Avenue to IMU-1, along with the closure of portions of Remington Avenue and Falls Road, and the sale of former public property. Meeting minutes have not yet been released. ## Opioid Fund Oversight The Public Health & Environment Committee held hearings on June 24 and July 1 to examine oversight of Baltimore’s opioid restitution fund. Council members assessed whether money is supporting effective, evidence-based strategies for vulnerable populations. The sessions centered on item LO25-0022 and did not include other substantive polic… | 2026-07-05 02:20:22 |
| 31 | 31 | 11 | 2026-07-06 | Baltimore City Council agendas target data center moratorium, $2.5M homeless funding, and FY 2027 budget | <p>The Baltimore City Council's June 22 and June 24 agendas included votes on a citywide data center moratorium, $2.5 million in supplementary homeless services funding, and the fiscal year 2027 budget. However, minutes from those meetings have not yet been published, so outcomes are not confirmed.</p> <h2>City Council agendas</h2> <p>The June 22 City Council agenda listed several consequential items: increasing the homestead property tax credit for the taxable year starting July 2026, banning private detention centers, prohibiting data centers citywide, and approving $2.5 million in supplementary funding for homeless rental assistance and case management. The agenda also included rezoning 4308-4312 Hayward Avenue to TOD-1 and 3605 Hickory Avenue to IMU-1, closing portions of Remington Avenue and Falls Road, and selling former public property.</p> <p>The June 24 agenda focused on fiscal year 2027 finances and a structural change to city government. Items included a charter amendment to establish a Department of Water and Wastewater, the annual property tax for fiscal year 2027, the operating budget for the Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners, and the ordinance of estimates for all city agencies.</p> <p>Because both meetings are listed as "agenda only" with minutes not yet published, it is not possible to confirm which items passed, failed, or were delayed.</p> <h2>Committee hearings</h2> <p>The Public Health & Environment Committee held public hearings on June 24 and July 1 on LO25-0022, which concerns oversight of the Opioid Restitution Fund. The agenda states the goal is to evaluate whether opioid restitution money supports evidence-based strategies for vulnerable residents. No other substantive items were on the July 1 agenda.</p> <p>The Land Use & Transportation Committee met July 2 to discuss transferring authority to regulate Baltimore Harbor from the Housing department to Transportation, establishing the Office of the Harbormaster, amending building height measurement calculations for gamb… | The Baltimore City Council's June 22 and June 24 agendas included votes on a citywide data center moratorium, $2.5 million in supplementary homeless services funding, and the fiscal year 2027 budget. However, minutes from those meetings have not yet been published, so outcomes are not confirmed. ## City Council agendas The June 22 City Council agenda listed several consequential items: increasing the homestead property tax credit for the taxable year starting July 2026, banning private detention centers, prohibiting data centers citywide, and approving $2.5 million in supplementary funding for homeless rental assistance and case management. The agenda also included rezoning 4308-4312 Hayward Avenue to TOD-1 and 3605 Hickory Avenue to IMU-1, closing portions of Remington Avenue and Falls Road, and selling former public property. The June 24 agenda focused on fiscal year 2027 finances and a structural change to city government. Items included a charter amendment to establish a Department of Water and Wastewater, the annual property tax for fiscal year 2027, the operating budget for the Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners, and the ordinance of estimates for all city agencies. Because both meetings are listed as "agenda only" with minutes not yet published, it is not possible to confirm which items passed, failed, or were delayed. ## Committee hearings The Public Health & Environment Committee held public hearings on June 24 and July 1 on LO25-0022, which concerns oversight of the Opioid Restitution Fund. The agenda states the goal is to evaluate whether opioid restitution money supports evidence-based strategies for vulnerable residents. No other substantive items were on the July 1 agenda. The Land Use & Transportation Committee met July 2 to discuss transferring authority to regulate Baltimore Harbor from the Housing department to Transportation, establishing the Office of the Harbormaster, amending building height measurement calculations for gambrel roofs, increasing parking permit allotment and … | 2026-07-06 12:08:01 |
| 32 | 32 | 11 | 2026-07-13 | Land Use Committee Advances Zoning Changes, Property Sale, and Harbor Authority Transfer to Full Council | <p>The Land Use & Transportation Committee recommended five ordinances to the full City Council on July 9, including rezoning decisions, a property sale at 220 Guilford Avenue, and the transfer of Baltimore Harbor regulatory authority to the Department of Transportation.</p> <h2>Zoning and Property Decisions (July 9)</h2> <p>The committee voted 4 yes to 2 absent to recommend rezoning 901 S Caton Avenue from OR-2 to C-2. It also recommended a variance for two dwelling units at 812 N Carey Street (5 yes, 2 absent) and the sale of city-owned property at 220 Guilford Avenue (4 yes, 2 absent).</p> <p>A conditional use and variances for a retail establishment with alcohol sales at 600 West North Ave passed 5 yes to 2 absent. The harbor authority transfer (ordinance 26-0178), which shifts regulatory oversight from housing to transportation departments, passed 4 yes to 2 absent. This item had been recessed from the committee's July 2 meeting.</p> <p>The committee also canceled a public hearing for Land Use Docket 25-0128, pending rescheduling.</p> <h2>Parking Permits and Street Names (July 2)</h2> <p>Earlier in the week, the same committee recommended three ordinances favorably to the full Council, all by 5-0-2 votes with two members out of chamber:</p> <ul> <li>RPP Area 48 revisions (26-0197), increasing church parking permits and hours in the Riverside area.</li> <li>Street name suffix authority (26-0175), granting the Council power to alter street name suffixes.</li> <li>Building height measurement for gambrel roofs (26-0153), recommended favorably with amendment.</li> </ul> <h2>Labor Committee Discusses Museum Retirement Eligibility</h2> <p>The Labor & Workforce Committee met July 8 to consider ordinance 26-0211, which would make certain employees of the Baltimore Museum of Art and the Walters Art Museum eligible for membership in the Employees' Retirement System. No substantive decisions were recorded.</p> <h2>Public Health Hearings: One Held, One Cancelled</h2> <p>The Public Health & Environment Committ… | The Land Use & Transportation Committee recommended five ordinances to the full City Council on July 9, including rezoning decisions, a property sale at 220 Guilford Avenue, and the transfer of Baltimore Harbor regulatory authority to the Department of Transportation. ## Zoning and Property Decisions (July 9) The committee voted 4 yes to 2 absent to recommend rezoning 901 S Caton Avenue from OR-2 to C-2. It also recommended a variance for two dwelling units at 812 N Carey Street (5 yes, 2 absent) and the sale of city-owned property at 220 Guilford Avenue (4 yes, 2 absent). A conditional use and variances for a retail establishment with alcohol sales at 600 West North Ave passed 5 yes to 2 absent. The harbor authority transfer (ordinance 26-0178), which shifts regulatory oversight from housing to transportation departments, passed 4 yes to 2 absent. This item had been recessed from the committee's July 2 meeting. The committee also canceled a public hearing for Land Use Docket 25-0128, pending rescheduling. ## Parking Permits and Street Names (July 2) Earlier in the week, the same committee recommended three ordinances favorably to the full Council, all by 5-0-2 votes with two members out of chamber: - RPP Area 48 revisions (26-0197), increasing church parking permits and hours in the Riverside area. - Street name suffix authority (26-0175), granting the Council power to alter street name suffixes. - Building height measurement for gambrel roofs (26-0153), recommended favorably with amendment. ## Labor Committee Discusses Museum Retirement Eligibility The Labor & Workforce Committee met July 8 to consider ordinance 26-0211, which would make certain employees of the Baltimore Museum of Art and the Walters Art Museum eligible for membership in the Employees' Retirement System. No substantive decisions were recorded. ## Public Health Hearings: One Held, One Cancelled The Public Health & Environment Committee held a public hearing July 1 (LO25-0022) on the oversight, allocation, and impact of Baltimore's opioid… | 2026-07-13 12:05:13 |
| 33 | 33 | 11 | 2026-07-20 | Baltimore committee advances rezoning, property sale, and harbor oversight changes; council eyes FY 2027 budget | <p>A Baltimore City Council committee recommended five ordinances favorably to the full council this past week, covering rezoning decisions, a city land sale, and a shift in harbor regulatory oversight. The votes move local zoning changes and property transfers one step closer to final approval.</p> <h2>Land Use & Transportation Committee advances five items</h2> <p>On July 9, the Land Use & Transportation Committee voted to recommend five ordinances favorably to the full City Council and canceled one hearing.</p> <p>The recommended items:</p> <ul> <li>**Rezoning at 901 S Caton Avenue** from OR-2 to C-2 — voted 4 yes, 2 absent.</li> <li>**Variance for two dwelling units at 812 N Carey Street** — voted 5 yes, 2 absent.</li> <li>**Sale of city property at 220 Guilford Avenue** — voted 4 yes, 2 absent.</li> <li>**Conditional use and variances for a retail establishment with alcohol at 600 West North Ave** — voted 5 yes, 2 absent.</li> <li>**Transferring Baltimore Harbor regulatory authority** from the Department of Housing to the Department of Transportation — voted 4 yes, 2 absent.</li> </ul> <p>The committee also canceled the public hearing for Land Use Docket 25-0128, pending rescheduling.</p> <p>These are recommendations only; the full City Council will have final say.</p> <h2>City Council takes up FY 2027 budget, tax rates, and charter amendments</h2> <p>The Baltimore City Council's July 13 agenda included the Fiscal Year 2027 budget and a property tax ordinance. The council is also considering several charter amendments for voter approval, including one to create a Department of Water and Wastewater and another to reform procurement and budget processes.</p> <p>Additional items on the agenda: a bill imposing a parking tax surcharge for the Fair Election Fund, proposed legislation on rental housing, vehicle towing, and data centers, and an informational hearing on the impact of electrical brownouts. Minutes from this meeting have not yet been published, so no decisions are confirmed.</p> <h2>Public Safe… | A Baltimore City Council committee recommended five ordinances favorably to the full council this past week, covering rezoning decisions, a city land sale, and a shift in harbor regulatory oversight. The votes move local zoning changes and property transfers one step closer to final approval. ## Land Use & Transportation Committee advances five items On July 9, the Land Use & Transportation Committee voted to recommend five ordinances favorably to the full City Council and canceled one hearing. The recommended items: - **Rezoning at 901 S Caton Avenue** from OR-2 to C-2 — voted 4 yes, 2 absent. - **Variance for two dwelling units at 812 N Carey Street** — voted 5 yes, 2 absent. - **Sale of city property at 220 Guilford Avenue** — voted 4 yes, 2 absent. - **Conditional use and variances for a retail establishment with alcohol at 600 West North Ave** — voted 5 yes, 2 absent. - **Transferring Baltimore Harbor regulatory authority** from the Department of Housing to the Department of Transportation — voted 4 yes, 2 absent. The committee also canceled the public hearing for Land Use Docket 25-0128, pending rescheduling. These are recommendations only; the full City Council will have final say. ## City Council takes up FY 2027 budget, tax rates, and charter amendments The Baltimore City Council's July 13 agenda included the Fiscal Year 2027 budget and a property tax ordinance. The council is also considering several charter amendments for voter approval, including one to create a Department of Water and Wastewater and another to reform procurement and budget processes. Additional items on the agenda: a bill imposing a parking tax surcharge for the Fair Election Fund, proposed legislation on rental housing, vehicle towing, and data centers, and an informational hearing on the impact of electrical brownouts. Minutes from this meeting have not yet been published, so no decisions are confirmed. ## Public Safety Committee examines missing persons protocols On July 14, the Public Safety Committee scheduled an info… | 2026-07-20 13:13:40 |
| 34 | 34 | 11 | 2026-08-03 | Council committees focus on public health, student safety in late July sessions | <p>Baltimore City Council committees spent the final weeks of July on oversight topics ranging from opioid fund spending to the impact of federal immigration enforcement on students, though most sessions produced no formal decisions.</p> <h2>Education committee hears testimony on immigration enforcement impact</h2> <p>The Education, Youth, and Older Adults Committee held an informational hearing on July 23 regarding file 25-0042R, which concerns the impact of federal immigration enforcement on city students. According to official minutes, the meeting served as a forum for representatives from city agencies and stakeholders to discuss the issue. No policy decisions were recorded.</p> <h2>Opioid Restitution Fund hearing recessed</h2> <p>The Public Health & Environment Committee convened on July 29 for a reconvening hearing on LO25-0022, covering oversight of the Opioid Restitution Funds. The hearing was recessed without any decisions recorded, meaning the matter remains open for a future session.</p> <h2>Recovery home oversight and tree conservation on the agenda</h2> <p>On July 22, the Public Health & Environment Committee was scheduled to hold a public hearing on LO25-0024, regarding the regulation and safety of substance abuse clinics and recovery homes. The committee was also set to review file 26-0161, amendments to Article 7 of the Baltimore City Code covering forest and tree conservation, intended to update city laws to meet new state requirements. Minutes from this meeting have not yet been published, so no outcomes are available.</p> <h2>Public Safety Committee cancels drug market oversight hearing</h2> <p>The Public Safety Committee canceled its July 21 hearing on LO25-0005, an oversight hearing on open-air drug markets. The committee had been scheduled to review Police Department and Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Safety initiatives related to combating open-air drug markets. The hearing will be rescheduled, and no policy decisions or contracts were discussed.</p> <h2>Coming up</h2> <p><b>August … | Baltimore City Council committees spent the final weeks of July on oversight topics ranging from opioid fund spending to the impact of federal immigration enforcement on students, though most sessions produced no formal decisions. ## Education committee hears testimony on immigration enforcement impact The Education, Youth, and Older Adults Committee held an informational hearing on July 23 regarding file 25-0042R, which concerns the impact of federal immigration enforcement on city students. According to official minutes, the meeting served as a forum for representatives from city agencies and stakeholders to discuss the issue. No policy decisions were recorded. ## Opioid Restitution Fund hearing recessed The Public Health & Environment Committee convened on July 29 for a reconvening hearing on LO25-0022, covering oversight of the Opioid Restitution Funds. The hearing was recessed without any decisions recorded, meaning the matter remains open for a future session. ## Recovery home oversight and tree conservation on the agenda On July 22, the Public Health & Environment Committee was scheduled to hold a public hearing on LO25-0024, regarding the regulation and safety of substance abuse clinics and recovery homes. The committee was also set to review file 26-0161, amendments to Article 7 of the Baltimore City Code covering forest and tree conservation, intended to update city laws to meet new state requirements. Minutes from this meeting have not yet been published, so no outcomes are available. ## Public Safety Committee cancels drug market oversight hearing The Public Safety Committee canceled its July 21 hearing on LO25-0005, an oversight hearing on open-air drug markets. The committee had been scheduled to review Police Department and Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Safety initiatives related to combating open-air drug markets. The hearing will be rescheduled, and no policy decisions or contracts were discussed. ## Coming up **August 5 — Public Health & Environment Committee:** A reconvening hearing … | 2026-08-03 12:05:02 |
| 35 | 35 | 13 | 2026-06-29 | Council adopts area plans, $2M+ in contracts; TIDs and PFAS change order advance | <p>The Madison Common Council adopted the Southeast and Southwest Area Plans and approved more than $2 million in engineering contracts during its June 23 meeting, capping a busy week of municipal actions that also included new tax increment districts, a $271,000 change order for a water treatment facility, and elections of several commission chairs.</p> <h2>Council adopts area plans and engineering contracts</h2> <p>The Common Council voted unanimously to adopt the Southeast Area Plan and Southwest Area Plan, amending the city’s Comprehensive Plan. It also rezoned 1151 Jenifer Street from TR-C4 to TR-C3 and granted an alcohol license revocation action for Cielo with conditions. In a separate vote, the council approved a $49,992 Drug Trafficking Response grant for the Police Department and authorized more than $2 million in engineering contracts for the West Towne Path and Mineral Point Road. All items passed unanimously or by voice vote. The council also confirmed hybrid meeting formats through September 2026 and approved the 2026 Annual Action Plan for submission to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.</p> <h2>New TIDs and land‑use changes move forward</h2> <p>The Finance Committee on June 29 voted to recommend new Tax Incremental Districts #56 (Grand Canyon) and #57 (Medical Circle) to the full council, along with amendments to five existing TIDs. The committee also approved a 10-year lease for the Employee Assistance Program office at 122 E Olin Ave and a restructuring of parking enforcement classifications that creates four new full‑time positions. A proposal to convert an administrative assistant role into a Police Department IT Specialist was re‑referred for further review.</p> <p>On the same day, the Plan Commission approved a conditional use for warehousing and storage at 3517 W Beltline Highway and allowed amplified sound hours at a restaurant at 1336 Drake St with modified conditions. The commission recommended two zoning text amendments: one removing the requirement that a development… | The Madison Common Council adopted the Southeast and Southwest Area Plans and approved more than $2 million in engineering contracts during its June 23 meeting, capping a busy week of municipal actions that also included new tax increment districts, a $271,000 change order for a water treatment facility, and elections of several commission chairs. ## Council adopts area plans and engineering contracts The Common Council voted unanimously to adopt the Southeast Area Plan and Southwest Area Plan, amending the city’s Comprehensive Plan. It also rezoned 1151 Jenifer Street from TR-C4 to TR-C3 and granted an alcohol license revocation action for Cielo with conditions. In a separate vote, the council approved a $49,992 Drug Trafficking Response grant for the Police Department and authorized more than $2 million in engineering contracts for the West Towne Path and Mineral Point Road. All items passed unanimously or by voice vote. The council also confirmed hybrid meeting formats through September 2026 and approved the 2026 Annual Action Plan for submission to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. ## New TIDs and land‑use changes move forward The Finance Committee on June 29 voted to recommend new Tax Incremental Districts #56 (Grand Canyon) and #57 (Medical Circle) to the full council, along with amendments to five existing TIDs. The committee also approved a 10-year lease for the Employee Assistance Program office at 122 E Olin Ave and a restructuring of parking enforcement classifications that creates four new full‑time positions. A proposal to convert an administrative assistant role into a Police Department IT Specialist was re‑referred for further review. On the same day, the Plan Commission approved a conditional use for warehousing and storage at 3517 W Beltline Highway and allowed amplified sound hours at a restaurant at 1336 Drake St with modified conditions. The commission recommended two zoning text amendments: one removing the requirement that a development abut a collector street for te… | 2026-07-05 02:20:31 |
| 36 | 36 | 13 | 2026-07-06 | Madison Roundup: Council Adopts Area Plans, Public Works Board Approves $271K PFAS Change Order | <p>The Madison Common Council unanimously adopted the Southeast Area Plan and Southwest Area Plan, amending the city's Comprehensive Plan, and authorized more than $2 million in engineering contracts during its June 23 meeting.</p> <h2>Common Council</h2> <p>The Council adopted the Southeast Area Plan and Southwest Area Plan, each with unanimous votes, amending the Comprehensive Plan. Members also approved rezoning of 1151 Jenifer Street from TR-C4 to TR-C3 (unanimous) and granted an alcohol license revocation action for Cielo with conditions (unanimous). The Council approved a $49,992 Drug Trafficking Response grant for the Police Department and authorized $2M+ in engineering contracts for the West Towne Path and Mineral Point Road, both unanimously. Hybrid meeting formats were confirmed through September 2026, and the 2026 Annual Action Plan for HUD submission was approved, both unanimously.</p> <h2>Board of Public Works</h2> <p>The Board approved Change Order No. 7 for the Well 15 PFAS Treatment Facility, increasing the contract by $271,561.06 over contingency and extending the schedule by 213 days (unanimous). The Board recommended to the Council adoption of a public easement and relocation order for MacArthur Road utilities (voice vote) and an amendment to Carollo Engineers' sanitary sewer study contract. Members also approved Addendum No. 1 to the Midpoint Meadows Phase 1 and Westwind Phase 1 Stormwater Management contracts, Contract No. 7431 for Cannonball Path Phase 6, Contract No. 8842 for the Southwest Commuter Path & West Washington Ave traffic signal, and Contract No. 9795 for James Madison Park Retaining Wall Repair.</p> <h2>Finance Committee</h2> <p>The Finance Committee recommended adoption of new Tax Incremental Districts #56 (Grand Canyon) and #57 (Medical Circle), plus amendments to TIDs #44, #46, #50, #51, and #54. The committee approved a 10-year lease for the Employee Assistance Program office at 122 E Olin Ave and a parking classification restructuring creating four new FTE positions. Th… | The Madison Common Council unanimously adopted the Southeast Area Plan and Southwest Area Plan, amending the city's Comprehensive Plan, and authorized more than $2 million in engineering contracts during its June 23 meeting. ## Common Council The Council adopted the Southeast Area Plan and Southwest Area Plan, each with unanimous votes, amending the Comprehensive Plan. Members also approved rezoning of 1151 Jenifer Street from TR-C4 to TR-C3 (unanimous) and granted an alcohol license revocation action for Cielo with conditions (unanimous). The Council approved a $49,992 Drug Trafficking Response grant for the Police Department and authorized $2M+ in engineering contracts for the West Towne Path and Mineral Point Road, both unanimously. Hybrid meeting formats were confirmed through September 2026, and the 2026 Annual Action Plan for HUD submission was approved, both unanimously. ## Board of Public Works The Board approved Change Order No. 7 for the Well 15 PFAS Treatment Facility, increasing the contract by $271,561.06 over contingency and extending the schedule by 213 days (unanimous). The Board recommended to the Council adoption of a public easement and relocation order for MacArthur Road utilities (voice vote) and an amendment to Carollo Engineers' sanitary sewer study contract. Members also approved Addendum No. 1 to the Midpoint Meadows Phase 1 and Westwind Phase 1 Stormwater Management contracts, Contract No. 7431 for Cannonball Path Phase 6, Contract No. 8842 for the Southwest Commuter Path & West Washington Ave traffic signal, and Contract No. 9795 for James Madison Park Retaining Wall Repair. ## Finance Committee The Finance Committee recommended adoption of new Tax Incremental Districts #56 (Grand Canyon) and #57 (Medical Circle), plus amendments to TIDs #44, #46, #50, #51, and #54. The committee approved a 10-year lease for the Employee Assistance Program office at 122 E Olin Ave and a parking classification restructuring creating four new FTE positions. The committee re-referred a proposal to creat… | 2026-07-06 12:06:38 |
| 37 | 37 | 13 | 2026-07-13 | Madison Finance Committee backs two new TIF districts; Board of Review upholds $46.27M commercial assessment | <p>The Madison Finance Committee recommended creating two new Tax Incremental Districts and amending five existing ones on June 29, while the Board of Review sustained a $46,270,000 commercial property assessment and a $510,100 residential assessment in separate 4-0 votes on July 1.</p> <h2>Finance Committee: New TIDs, lease, parking restructuring</h2> <p>The Finance Committee recommended adoption of new TID #56 (Grand Canyon) and TID #57 (Medical Circle) project plans, along with amendments to TIDs #44, #46, #50, #51, and #54. The committee also approved a 10-year lease for the Employee Assistance Program office at 122 E Olin Ave and a parking classification restructuring that includes four new full-time-equivalent positions. A proposal to convert an administrative assistant position to a Police IT Specialist 1 was re-referred rather than acted on. The committee approved a non-competitive provider authorization for Metro Transit bus parts and a contract amendment with Carollo Engineers for a sanitary sewer study. All approvals were by voice vote.</p> <h2>Plan Commission: Warehousing approved, zoning changes recommended</h2> <p>The Plan Commission approved a conditional use for warehousing and storage at 3517 W Beltline Highway by voice vote. It also approved amplified sound for a restaurant at 1336 Drake St with specific hours and conditions, by voice vote. The commission recommended two zoning text amendments to the Common Council: one removing collector street access requirements for ten use types, and another allowing taller nonresidential buildings via conditional use approval. A partial release of a building construction envelope at 5 Hodgson Ct was also recommended for approval. All items passed by voice vote.</p> <h2>Board of Review: Assessments sustained, deadline waivers mixed</h2> <p>The Board of Review sustained the assessment at 5020 American Pkwy at $46,270,000 by a 4-0 vote, and the assessment at 866 Woodrow St at $510,100 by a 4-0 vote. The board approved three of five deadline-waiver requests for… | The Madison Finance Committee recommended creating two new Tax Incremental Districts and amending five existing ones on June 29, while the Board of Review sustained a $46,270,000 commercial property assessment and a $510,100 residential assessment in separate 4-0 votes on July 1. ## Finance Committee: New TIDs, lease, parking restructuring The Finance Committee recommended adoption of new TID #56 (Grand Canyon) and TID #57 (Medical Circle) project plans, along with amendments to TIDs #44, #46, #50, #51, and #54. The committee also approved a 10-year lease for the Employee Assistance Program office at 122 E Olin Ave and a parking classification restructuring that includes four new full-time-equivalent positions. A proposal to convert an administrative assistant position to a Police IT Specialist 1 was re-referred rather than acted on. The committee approved a non-competitive provider authorization for Metro Transit bus parts and a contract amendment with Carollo Engineers for a sanitary sewer study. All approvals were by voice vote. ## Plan Commission: Warehousing approved, zoning changes recommended The Plan Commission approved a conditional use for warehousing and storage at 3517 W Beltline Highway by voice vote. It also approved amplified sound for a restaurant at 1336 Drake St with specific hours and conditions, by voice vote. The commission recommended two zoning text amendments to the Common Council: one removing collector street access requirements for ten use types, and another allowing taller nonresidential buildings via conditional use approval. A partial release of a building construction envelope at 5 Hodgson Ct was also recommended for approval. All items passed by voice vote. ## Board of Review: Assessments sustained, deadline waivers mixed The Board of Review sustained the assessment at 5020 American Pkwy at $46,270,000 by a 4-0 vote, and the assessment at 866 Woodrow St at $510,100 by a 4-0 vote. The board approved three of five deadline-waiver requests for property tax appeals — for 3122 Dorche… | 2026-07-13 12:05:15 |
| 38 | 38 | 13 | 2026-07-20 | Madison Finance Committee advances $15 million for North-South Bus Rapid Transit; Plan Commission approves multiple developments | <p>The Madison Finance Committee recommended a $15 million budget amendment and jurisdictional transfer agreement for the North-South Bus Rapid Transit project at its July 13 meeting, the largest dollar item decided across city panels in the past two weeks.</p> <h2>Finance Committee</h2> <p>The Finance Committee recommended multiple actions to the Common Council, including the $15 million budget amendment for the North-South Bus Rapid Transit project and a jurisdictional transfer agreement involving several city streets. The committee also recommended Matthew W. Tucker for a five-year term as Building Inspection Division Director, a noncompetitive contract with Aro Eberle Architects, Inc. for Odana Hills improvements, rules and procedures for the 2027 Capital and Operating Budgets, and an amendment to the 2026 Sanitary Sewer Utility Capital Budget for Fordem Avenue–First Street Relief. All items were recommended to the Council for final action.</p> <h2>Plan Commission</h2> <p>The Plan Commission elected Emily Gnam as Chair and Nicole Solheim as Vice-Chair by voice vote on July 13. The commission approved a conditional use for a residential complex at 1910 Roth Street and 1201 Huxley Street, recommended a zoning change for 1201 Huxley Street to the Common Council, and forwarded a Certified Survey Map for the same site. It also approved stadium construction at 2219 Monroe Street, an office-to-residential conversion at 3602 Atwood Avenue, and a Certified Survey Map for 4908 Felland Road — all by voice vote. The commission referred Alliant Energy Center additions to its July 27, 2026 meeting.</p> <h2>Landmarks Commission</h2> <p>On July 6, the Landmarks Commission approved a Certificate of Approval for the Tenney Park Path Replacement and Regrading at 1440 E Johnson Street by voice vote. It also approved a demolition review finding for 4301 Cherokee Drive, determining the property has historic value but is not significant. No action was taken on the 1960s–1980s Public and Commercial Architecture CLG Survey Grant.</p>… | The Madison Finance Committee recommended a $15 million budget amendment and jurisdictional transfer agreement for the North-South Bus Rapid Transit project at its July 13 meeting, the largest dollar item decided across city panels in the past two weeks. ## Finance Committee The Finance Committee recommended multiple actions to the Common Council, including the $15 million budget amendment for the North-South Bus Rapid Transit project and a jurisdictional transfer agreement involving several city streets. The committee also recommended Matthew W. Tucker for a five-year term as Building Inspection Division Director, a noncompetitive contract with Aro Eberle Architects, Inc. for Odana Hills improvements, rules and procedures for the 2027 Capital and Operating Budgets, and an amendment to the 2026 Sanitary Sewer Utility Capital Budget for Fordem Avenue–First Street Relief. All items were recommended to the Council for final action. ## Plan Commission The Plan Commission elected Emily Gnam as Chair and Nicole Solheim as Vice-Chair by voice vote on July 13. The commission approved a conditional use for a residential complex at 1910 Roth Street and 1201 Huxley Street, recommended a zoning change for 1201 Huxley Street to the Common Council, and forwarded a Certified Survey Map for the same site. It also approved stadium construction at 2219 Monroe Street, an office-to-residential conversion at 3602 Atwood Avenue, and a Certified Survey Map for 4908 Felland Road — all by voice vote. The commission referred Alliant Energy Center additions to its July 27, 2026 meeting. ## Landmarks Commission On July 6, the Landmarks Commission approved a Certificate of Approval for the Tenney Park Path Replacement and Regrading at 1440 E Johnson Street by voice vote. It also approved a demolition review finding for 4301 Cherokee Drive, determining the property has historic value but is not significant. No action was taken on the 1960s–1980s Public and Commercial Architecture CLG Survey Grant. ## Board of Health Budget Committee The B… | 2026-07-20 12:06:47 |
| 39 | 39 | 13 | 2026-08-03 | Madison council approves $15M for bus rapid transit; finance panel recommends $173.8M in bonds | <p>The Madison Common Council unanimously appropriated $15 million for the North-South Bus Rapid Transit project on July 21, the largest single spending decision among a busy two weeks of city meetings. The same session confirmed Matthew W. Tucker as Building Inspection Division Director and approved a zoning change for 1201 Huxley Street to TR-U2.</p> <h2>Common Council and Finance</h2> <p>The Council also referred $173.83 million in General Obligation Promissory Notes parameters to committee and approved the Regent Street Assessment District for 2027. On July 27, the Finance Committee recommended the full Council issue up to $173,830,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes, along with a mid-year appropriation resolution to amend the 2026 operating and capital budgets.</p> <p>The Finance Committee also recommended the Council confirm three department directors: David Schmiedicke (Finance Director), Christine Knapp (Water Utility General Manager), and Charles J. Romines (Director of Public Works). Additional recommendations included the sale of up to $10,369,862 in Subordinate Water Utility Revenue Bonds, loans up to $5,691,636.97 for Monona Shores and Revival Ridge Apartments, and acceptance of a $250,000 WEDC grant and up to $1,505,000 in Dane County Conservation Fund grant.</p> <h2>Plan Commission</h2> <p>The Plan Commission approved a demolition permit and conditional uses for a new public school building at 4301 Cherokee Drive, both by 7-1 votes. The commission also approved conditional uses for a 124-unit mixed-use building at 108 N Leon Street and for Exhibition Hall additions at the Alliant Energy Center. A request for a new Sennett Middle School building at 502 Pflaum Road was referred to August 10, 2026.</p> <h2>TIF Review Board</h2> <p>The TIF Review Board approved project plan amendments for five existing Tax Incremental Districts: TID 44 (Royster Clark), TID 46 (Research Park), TID 50 (State and Lake), TID 51 (South Madison), and TID 54 (Pennsylvania Ave). The board also approved project plans, bo… | The Madison Common Council unanimously appropriated $15 million for the North-South Bus Rapid Transit project on July 21, the largest single spending decision among a busy two weeks of city meetings. The same session confirmed Matthew W. Tucker as Building Inspection Division Director and approved a zoning change for 1201 Huxley Street to TR-U2. ## Common Council and Finance The Council also referred $173.83 million in General Obligation Promissory Notes parameters to committee and approved the Regent Street Assessment District for 2027. On July 27, the Finance Committee recommended the full Council issue up to $173,830,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes, along with a mid-year appropriation resolution to amend the 2026 operating and capital budgets. The Finance Committee also recommended the Council confirm three department directors: David Schmiedicke (Finance Director), Christine Knapp (Water Utility General Manager), and Charles J. Romines (Director of Public Works). Additional recommendations included the sale of up to $10,369,862 in Subordinate Water Utility Revenue Bonds, loans up to $5,691,636.97 for Monona Shores and Revival Ridge Apartments, and acceptance of a $250,000 WEDC grant and up to $1,505,000 in Dane County Conservation Fund grant. ## Plan Commission The Plan Commission approved a demolition permit and conditional uses for a new public school building at 4301 Cherokee Drive, both by 7-1 votes. The commission also approved conditional uses for a 124-unit mixed-use building at 108 N Leon Street and for Exhibition Hall additions at the Alliant Energy Center. A request for a new Sennett Middle School building at 502 Pflaum Road was referred to August 10, 2026. ## TIF Review Board The TIF Review Board approved project plan amendments for five existing Tax Incremental Districts: TID 44 (Royster Clark), TID 46 (Research Park), TID 50 (State and Lake), TID 51 (South Madison), and TID 54 (Pennsylvania Ave). The board also approved project plans, boundaries, and use of the half-mile rule fo… | 2026-08-03 12:05:02 |
| 40 | 40 | 14 | 2026-06-29 | Tacoma Council Weighs $12M Recycling Pact, Fire Union Deal; November Ballot Measure Set | <p>The Tacoma City Council in recent sessions took up more than $15 million in contracts, including a $12 million recycling agreement and a firefighter labor deal, while scheduling a special election on a citizen-led housing measure. Committees continued to examine a proposed $20 minimum wage and tree canopy expansion.</p> <h2>Contract and Labor Actions</h2> <p>At its June 30 meeting, the council considered a $12 million contract with Waste Management of Washington Inc. for recycling services and an $820,500 award to Apex Mechanical LLC for a power installation at the Tacoma Dome. A collective bargaining agreement with Tacoma Firefighters Union, Local 31, and pay rate amendments for non-represented and public safety management staff were also on the agenda.</p> <p>On June 23, the council took up 12-year property tax exemptions for two multi-family projects totaling 26 units — 12 units at 708 E 35th St. and 14 units at 2331 Yakima Ave. Consent items included a $1.75 million interlocal agreement with the Washington Department of Ecology for the South Tacoma Tree Canopy Enhancement Program, a $758,253 sidewalk and intersection contract with Axum General Construction, and a $1.1 million compressed natural gas fueling station maintenance contract with Clean Energy.</p> <h2>Minimum Wage and Workforce Discussions</h2> <p>The Economic Development Committee met twice in late June to review community and stakeholder engagement on a $20 minimum wage proposal. The committee also discussed workforce agreements and planned interviews for the Equity in Contracting Advisory Committee. No formal votes were scheduled.</p> <h2>Environment and Infrastructure</h2> <p>On June 24, the Infrastructure, Planning, and Sustainability Committee received a briefing on the South Tacoma tree canopy enhancement project. Future briefings will cover a renewable natural gas facility at the Central Wastewater Treatment Plant (July 8) and stormwater discharge permits on tribal land (July 22).</p> <h2>Housing and Land Use</h2> <p>A June 30 study sessi… | The Tacoma City Council in recent sessions took up more than $15 million in contracts, including a $12 million recycling agreement and a firefighter labor deal, while scheduling a special election on a citizen-led housing measure. Committees continued to examine a proposed $20 minimum wage and tree canopy expansion. ## Contract and Labor Actions At its June 30 meeting, the council considered a $12 million contract with Waste Management of Washington Inc. for recycling services and an $820,500 award to Apex Mechanical LLC for a power installation at the Tacoma Dome. A collective bargaining agreement with Tacoma Firefighters Union, Local 31, and pay rate amendments for non-represented and public safety management staff were also on the agenda. On June 23, the council took up 12-year property tax exemptions for two multi-family projects totaling 26 units — 12 units at 708 E 35th St. and 14 units at 2331 Yakima Ave. Consent items included a $1.75 million interlocal agreement with the Washington Department of Ecology for the South Tacoma Tree Canopy Enhancement Program, a $758,253 sidewalk and intersection contract with Axum General Construction, and a $1.1 million compressed natural gas fueling station maintenance contract with Clean Energy. ## Minimum Wage and Workforce Discussions The Economic Development Committee met twice in late June to review community and stakeholder engagement on a $20 minimum wage proposal. The committee also discussed workforce agreements and planned interviews for the Equity in Contracting Advisory Committee. No formal votes were scheduled. ## Environment and Infrastructure On June 24, the Infrastructure, Planning, and Sustainability Committee received a briefing on the South Tacoma tree canopy enhancement project. Future briefings will cover a renewable natural gas facility at the Central Wastewater Treatment Plant (July 8) and stormwater discharge permits on tribal land (July 22). ## Housing and Land Use A June 30 study session included a staff presentation on the “Safe Homes for A… | 2026-07-05 02:20:40 |
| 41 | 41 | 14 | 2026-07-06 | Tacoma council weighs $12M recycling contract, housing tax breaks, and November special election | <p>Tacoma City Council members faced back-to-back agendas over the past two weeks covering multimillion-dollar contracts, housing incentives, and labor agreements. Because minutes have not yet been published for the June 23 and June 30 meetings, outcomes for those items are not confirmed in the record. The next regular council meeting on July 7 includes scheduled votes on pedestrian safety contracts and a November special election on a housing initiative.</p> <h2>Recent Council Meetings</h2> <p>The June 23 City Council agenda included a $1.75 million interlocal agreement with the Washington State Department of Ecology for the South Tacoma Tree Canopy Enhancement Program. Also scheduled were a $758,253 contract to Axum General Construction for sidewalk and intersection work at S 38th and S Cedar Street, and a $1.1 million contract to Clean Energy for compressed natural gas fueling station maintenance.</p> <p>The council was set to consider 12-year property tax exemptions for two multi-family housing projects: 12 units at 708 E 35th Street and 14 units at 2331 Yakima Avenue, totaling 26 units. A first reading of an ordinance adjusting pay rates for non-represented city employees was also on the agenda.</p> <p>The June 30 council agenda featured a $12,000,000 contract award to Waste Management of Washington Inc. for recycling services and an $820,500 contract award to Apex Mechanical LLC for Tacoma Dome power installation. The council was also scheduled to review a collective bargaining agreement with the Tacoma Firefighters Union, Local 31, and pay rate amendments for non-represented classifications and public safety management. An ordinance to vacate portions of East M Street and East N Street for business use was listed.</p> <h2>Study Sessions and Committee Briefings</h2> <p>The June 30 City Council Study Session included briefings on Citizens' Initiative Measure 2026-01, titled Safe Homes for All, a council sponsorship request for 2026 SavorFest PNW, and letters of support for playground and bridge improvements … | Tacoma City Council members faced back-to-back agendas over the past two weeks covering multimillion-dollar contracts, housing incentives, and labor agreements. Because minutes have not yet been published for the June 23 and June 30 meetings, outcomes for those items are not confirmed in the record. The next regular council meeting on July 7 includes scheduled votes on pedestrian safety contracts and a November special election on a housing initiative. ## Recent Council Meetings The June 23 City Council agenda included a $1.75 million interlocal agreement with the Washington State Department of Ecology for the South Tacoma Tree Canopy Enhancement Program. Also scheduled were a $758,253 contract to Axum General Construction for sidewalk and intersection work at S 38th and S Cedar Street, and a $1.1 million contract to Clean Energy for compressed natural gas fueling station maintenance. The council was set to consider 12-year property tax exemptions for two multi-family housing projects: 12 units at 708 E 35th Street and 14 units at 2331 Yakima Avenue, totaling 26 units. A first reading of an ordinance adjusting pay rates for non-represented city employees was also on the agenda. The June 30 council agenda featured a $12,000,000 contract award to Waste Management of Washington Inc. for recycling services and an $820,500 contract award to Apex Mechanical LLC for Tacoma Dome power installation. The council was also scheduled to review a collective bargaining agreement with the Tacoma Firefighters Union, Local 31, and pay rate amendments for non-represented classifications and public safety management. An ordinance to vacate portions of East M Street and East N Street for business use was listed. ## Study Sessions and Committee Briefings The June 30 City Council Study Session included briefings on Citizens' Initiative Measure 2026-01, titled Safe Homes for All, a council sponsorship request for 2026 SavorFest PNW, and letters of support for playground and bridge improvements at Wapato, Titlow, and Peck parks. T… | 2026-07-06 12:05:57 |
| 42 | 42 | 14 | 2026-07-13 | Tacoma council agendas target $12M recycling deal, $1.34M school-zone safety work, and November housing vote | <p>Tacoma City Council agendas over the past two weeks covered major contracts totaling more than $14 million, a November special election on a housing initiative, and pay rate updates for firefighters. All meetings listed below are agenda-only — minutes have not yet been published, so items reflect what was scheduled for consideration, not confirmed outcomes.</p> <h2>City Council — June 30</h2> <p>The June 30 City Council agenda included a $12,000,000 contract award to Waste Management of Washington Inc. for recycling services and an $820,500 contract award to Apex Mechanical LLC for power installation at the Tacoma Dome. The agenda also listed an ordinance to vacate portions of East M Street and East N Street for business use, a collective bargaining agreement with the Tacoma Firefighters Union Local 31, and pay rate amendments for non-represented classifications and public safety management.</p> <h2>City Council — July 7</h2> <p>The July 7 agenda featured two infrastructure contracts: a $1.34 million award to Axum General Construction for pedestrian safety improvements near Baker Middle School, and a $767,000 award to R L Alia Company to replace 1,100 feet of sewer pipe between East G and F Streets. The council was scheduled to set a special election for November 3 to place the Safe Homes for All Initiative Measure No. 1 on the ballot. The agenda also included the final reading of Ordinance 29113, updating pay rates for the Tacoma Firefighters Union and public safety management staff, and the first reading of Ordinance 29114, updating the Critical Areas Preservation Ordinance to align with state law and new science. A $16,000 authorization for SavorFest was also listed.</p> <h2>Study Sessions and Committee Briefings</h2> <p>The June 30 City Council Study Session included a briefing on Citizens' Initiative Measure 2026-01: Safe Homes for All, a sponsorship request for 2026 SavorFest PNW, and letters of support for playground upgrades at Wapato Park, the Titlow Park North Hidden Beach Bridge, and field lighting … | Tacoma City Council agendas over the past two weeks covered major contracts totaling more than $14 million, a November special election on a housing initiative, and pay rate updates for firefighters. All meetings listed below are agenda-only — minutes have not yet been published, so items reflect what was scheduled for consideration, not confirmed outcomes. ## City Council — June 30 The June 30 City Council agenda included a $12,000,000 contract award to Waste Management of Washington Inc. for recycling services and an $820,500 contract award to Apex Mechanical LLC for power installation at the Tacoma Dome. The agenda also listed an ordinance to vacate portions of East M Street and East N Street for business use, a collective bargaining agreement with the Tacoma Firefighters Union Local 31, and pay rate amendments for non-represented classifications and public safety management. ## City Council — July 7 The July 7 agenda featured two infrastructure contracts: a $1.34 million award to Axum General Construction for pedestrian safety improvements near Baker Middle School, and a $767,000 award to R L Alia Company to replace 1,100 feet of sewer pipe between East G and F Streets. The council was scheduled to set a special election for November 3 to place the Safe Homes for All Initiative Measure No. 1 on the ballot. The agenda also included the final reading of Ordinance 29113, updating pay rates for the Tacoma Firefighters Union and public safety management staff, and the first reading of Ordinance 29114, updating the Critical Areas Preservation Ordinance to align with state law and new science. A $16,000 authorization for SavorFest was also listed. ## Study Sessions and Committee Briefings The June 30 City Council Study Session included a briefing on Citizens' Initiative Measure 2026-01: Safe Homes for All, a sponsorship request for 2026 SavorFest PNW, and letters of support for playground upgrades at Wapato Park, the Titlow Park North Hidden Beach Bridge, and field lighting at Peck Community Sports Park. On July… | 2026-07-13 12:05:34 |
| 43 | 43 | 14 | 2026-07-20 | Tacoma council agendas include housing ballot measure, infrastructure contracts, and pay updates | <p>The Tacoma City Council's July 7 agenda included scheduling a November special election for the Safe Homes for All housing initiative, a $1.34 million pedestrian safety contract near Baker Middle School, and a $767,000 sewer pipe replacement along East 36th Street. Minutes for all recent meetings listed below have not yet been published, so the items reflect what was on the agendas, not confirmed outcomes.</p> <h2>City Council — July 7</h2> <p>The council agenda listed a contract award to Axum General Construction for $1.34 million in pedestrian safety improvements near Baker Middle School, and a contract award to R L Alia Company for $767,000 to replace 1,100 feet of sewer pipe between East G and F Streets.</p> <p>Also on the agenda: a special election scheduled for November 3 to place Safe Homes for All Initiative Measure No. 1 on the ballot; the final reading of Ordinance 29113 updating pay rates for the Tacoma Firefighters Union and public safety management staff; the first reading of Ordinance 29114 updating the Critical Areas Preservation Ordinance to align with state law and new science; and authorization of $16,000 for SavorFest.</p> <h2>City Council — July 14</h2> <p>The July 14 agenda included a Multi-Family Housing 12-Year Limited Property Tax Exemption for seven units at 7056 Fawcett Avenue, a one-time use of $10,000 in Council Contingency Funds to sponsor Beyond the Block, an ordinance to update Title 13 of the Municipal Code regarding Critical Areas Preservation, and payroll and payments totaling $52,130,760.28 for the period of June 15 to June 28, 2026.</p> <p>The same day's study session agenda listed an update on the Middle Housing Pilot Program, consideration of amending City Council Rules of Procedure Rule 8, opposition to Initiative Measures No. IL26-001 and IL26-638, and the City Manager's Weekly Report for July 9, 2026.</p> <h2>Committee briefings</h2> <p>Several committees held informational sessions with no formal votes scheduled:</p> <ul> <li>**Government Performance and Finance Commit… | The Tacoma City Council's July 7 agenda included scheduling a November special election for the Safe Homes for All housing initiative, a $1.34 million pedestrian safety contract near Baker Middle School, and a $767,000 sewer pipe replacement along East 36th Street. Minutes for all recent meetings listed below have not yet been published, so the items reflect what was on the agendas, not confirmed outcomes. ## City Council — July 7 The council agenda listed a contract award to Axum General Construction for $1.34 million in pedestrian safety improvements near Baker Middle School, and a contract award to R L Alia Company for $767,000 to replace 1,100 feet of sewer pipe between East G and F Streets. Also on the agenda: a special election scheduled for November 3 to place Safe Homes for All Initiative Measure No. 1 on the ballot; the final reading of Ordinance 29113 updating pay rates for the Tacoma Firefighters Union and public safety management staff; the first reading of Ordinance 29114 updating the Critical Areas Preservation Ordinance to align with state law and new science; and authorization of $16,000 for SavorFest. ## City Council — July 14 The July 14 agenda included a Multi-Family Housing 12-Year Limited Property Tax Exemption for seven units at 7056 Fawcett Avenue, a one-time use of $10,000 in Council Contingency Funds to sponsor Beyond the Block, an ordinance to update Title 13 of the Municipal Code regarding Critical Areas Preservation, and payroll and payments totaling $52,130,760.28 for the period of June 15 to June 28, 2026. The same day's study session agenda listed an update on the Middle Housing Pilot Program, consideration of amending City Council Rules of Procedure Rule 8, opposition to Initiative Measures No. IL26-001 and IL26-638, and the City Manager's Weekly Report for July 9, 2026. ## Committee briefings Several committees held informational sessions with no formal votes scheduled: - **Government Performance and Finance Committee (July 7):** Briefing on a community engagement report … | 2026-07-20 12:51:11 |
| 44 | 44 | 14 | 2026-08-03 | Tacoma council agendas spotlight $2.3M police HQ HVAC, Sound Transit settlement, and $977K water main claim | <p>Tacoma's City Council and its standing committees held a packed schedule over the past two weeks, with agendas covering major contracts, settlement agreements, and infrastructure briefings. However, minutes have not yet been published for any of these meetings, so the outcomes listed below reflect what was scheduled for consideration — not confirmed decisions.</p> <h2>City Council — July 21</h2> <p>The council's July 21 agenda included several purchase resolutions. The largest was a $2,311,355 contract (plus a 20% contingency) awarded to Morgan Mechanical Inc to replace the HVAC system at the Tacoma Police Department Headquarters.</p> <p>Other scheduled items included:</p> <ul> <li>A $648,000 contract with Chemtrade Chemicals Corp for liquid aluminum sulfate for the North End Treatment Plant, with an option to extend to $1.62 million.</li> <li>A $592,045.38 contract with CompuNet Inc for Cisco Smartnet Maintenance renewal (NASPO Cooperative Contract No. AR3224).</li> <li>A $112,500 amendment to an interlocal agreement with King County for watershed land protection, with $37,500 in matching funds from the Water Fund.</li> <li>Ordinance ORD29115, amending procurement requirements and repealing the Small Public Works Contracts chapter, scheduled for first reading.</li> </ul> <h2>City Council — July 28</h2> <p>The July 28 council agenda featured settlement agreements and a significant damage claim:</p> <ul> <li>A settlement agreement with Sound Transit regarding the D-to-M Street Track and Signal and Hilltop Tacoma Link Extension projects.</li> <li>A payment of $977,865.51 to Evelyn and Jose Castellar for water main damage at 39th Pl SW.</li> <li>A $745,344.48 contract with Personify Health Inc for a City Wellness Platform.</li> <li>An ordinance to repeal Chapter 10.27 "Small Public Works Contracts" and adopt the statewide Small Works Roster.</li> <li>A resolution opposing Initiative Measure No. IL26-001 and No. IL26-638 regarding public schools.</li> </ul> <h2>Committee and Study Session Highlights</h2> <p>The <b… | Tacoma's City Council and its standing committees held a packed schedule over the past two weeks, with agendas covering major contracts, settlement agreements, and infrastructure briefings. However, minutes have not yet been published for any of these meetings, so the outcomes listed below reflect what was scheduled for consideration — not confirmed decisions. ## City Council — July 21 The council's July 21 agenda included several purchase resolutions. The largest was a $2,311,355 contract (plus a 20% contingency) awarded to Morgan Mechanical Inc to replace the HVAC system at the Tacoma Police Department Headquarters. Other scheduled items included: - A $648,000 contract with Chemtrade Chemicals Corp for liquid aluminum sulfate for the North End Treatment Plant, with an option to extend to $1.62 million. - A $592,045.38 contract with CompuNet Inc for Cisco Smartnet Maintenance renewal (NASPO Cooperative Contract No. AR3224). - A $112,500 amendment to an interlocal agreement with King County for watershed land protection, with $37,500 in matching funds from the Water Fund. - Ordinance ORD29115, amending procurement requirements and repealing the Small Public Works Contracts chapter, scheduled for first reading. ## City Council — July 28 The July 28 council agenda featured settlement agreements and a significant damage claim: - A settlement agreement with Sound Transit regarding the D-to-M Street Track and Signal and Hilltop Tacoma Link Extension projects. - A payment of $977,865.51 to Evelyn and Jose Castellar for water main damage at 39th Pl SW. - A $745,344.48 contract with Personify Health Inc for a City Wellness Platform. - An ordinance to repeal Chapter 10.27 "Small Public Works Contracts" and adopt the statewide Small Works Roster. - A resolution opposing Initiative Measure No. IL26-001 and No. IL26-638 regarding public schools. ## Committee and Study Session Highlights The **Government Performance and Finance Committee** (July 21) was scheduled to recommend volunteers for "For" and "Against" commit… | 2026-08-03 12:05:12 |
| 45 | 45 | 15 | 2026-06-29 | Denver approves $110M airport construction contract, advances ballot measures | <p>Denver’s Transportation and Infrastructure Committee approved a $110.2 million contract for the DS West Phase 2 project at Denver International Airport during a July 1 meeting, one of several major spending decisions made in the past two weeks. The committee also advanced a $74 million elevator maintenance contract and multiple airport concessions.</p> <h2>Infrastructure and Transportation</h2> <p>The $110,242,888.50 contract with Millstone Weber, LLC was one of 14 consent agenda items approved unanimously. Other airport-related approvals included a $74,000,000 elevator maintenance contract, a $6,767,755 amendment for compressed natural gas service, and several new food and retail concessions including the Broncos Mile High Grill ($2,388,755). The committee also heard a briefing on the Vamos Bike Network but took no action.</p> <p>The Finance and Business Committee on June 23 approved a $523,901 purchase order for a Kenworth vacuum truck, two $1,000,000 on-call construction contracts (Novus Construction and Catamount Constructors), and a $1,119,023 lease amendment for a DMV and business license office at 2223 South Monaco Parkway. A land acquisition ordinance for the Smith and Sandown over Quebec Bridge project was also approved by consent.</p> <p>The South Platte River Committee on July 1 approved an intergovernmental agreement with Kroenke Sports and Entertainment for the Wynkoop Crossing bridge (Council Bill 26-0923), reversing a postponement from June 24. The committee also approved a bridge restoration agreement and dedicated 20 city-owned parcels as public right-of-way along North Federal and North Brighton Boulevards.</p> <h2>Housing and Homeless Services</h2> <p>The Community Planning and Housing Committee on June 30 approved two contract amendments: $1,044,000 for The Community Firm to provide tenancy support services and $235,000 for U.S. Motels Denver North, Inc. for motel vouchers for unsheltered individuals.</p> <p>The Health and Safety Committee on June 24 approved a $14,554,975 grant from the U.… | Denver’s Transportation and Infrastructure Committee approved a $110.2 million contract for the DS West Phase 2 project at Denver International Airport during a July 1 meeting, one of several major spending decisions made in the past two weeks. The committee also advanced a $74 million elevator maintenance contract and multiple airport concessions. ## Infrastructure and Transportation The $110,242,888.50 contract with Millstone Weber, LLC was one of 14 consent agenda items approved unanimously. Other airport-related approvals included a $74,000,000 elevator maintenance contract, a $6,767,755 amendment for compressed natural gas service, and several new food and retail concessions including the Broncos Mile High Grill ($2,388,755). The committee also heard a briefing on the Vamos Bike Network but took no action. The Finance and Business Committee on June 23 approved a $523,901 purchase order for a Kenworth vacuum truck, two $1,000,000 on-call construction contracts (Novus Construction and Catamount Constructors), and a $1,119,023 lease amendment for a DMV and business license office at 2223 South Monaco Parkway. A land acquisition ordinance for the Smith and Sandown over Quebec Bridge project was also approved by consent. The South Platte River Committee on July 1 approved an intergovernmental agreement with Kroenke Sports and Entertainment for the Wynkoop Crossing bridge (Council Bill 26-0923), reversing a postponement from June 24. The committee also approved a bridge restoration agreement and dedicated 20 city-owned parcels as public right-of-way along North Federal and North Brighton Boulevards. ## Housing and Homeless Services The Community Planning and Housing Committee on June 30 approved two contract amendments: $1,044,000 for The Community Firm to provide tenancy support services and $235,000 for U.S. Motels Denver North, Inc. for motel vouchers for unsheltered individuals. The Health and Safety Committee on June 24 approved a $14,554,975 grant from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services fo… | 2026-07-05 18:59:02 |
| 46 | 46 | 15 | 2026-07-06 | Denver committees approve $110M airport contract, $14.5M Head Start grant, and November ballot measures | <p>Denver's Transportation and Infrastructure Committee approved a $110,242,888.50 construction contract with Millstone Weber for the DS West Phase 2 project at Denver International Airport — the largest single-dollar decision across recent city meetings. The same committee also approved a $74,000,000 elevator maintenance contract and a $6,767,755 amendment for compressed natural gas service, all by consent.</p> <h2>Airport and infrastructure contracts</h2> <p>The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee approved 14 consent items on July 1, including the $110.2 million airport construction contract, the $74 million elevator maintenance contract, a $2,388,755 Broncos Mile High Grill concession, $798,582 for police vehicles, and $5,050,000 for electric truck charging infrastructure. The committee heard a briefing on the Vamos Bike Network but took no vote.</p> <p>On June 24, that committee approved a $4.5 million ADA ramp replacement contract by consent, along with a lease amendment with Alaska Airlines at DEN, a $550,000 recycled materials contract at DEN, and a $4.17 million door maintenance contract at DEN.</p> <p>The Finance and Business Committee approved several infrastructure-related items on June 23, including a $523,901 purchase order for a Kenworth vacuum truck with Kaiser Premier, two $1,000,000 on-call construction contracts with Novus Construction LLC and Catamount Constructors Inc., a $1,119,023 lease amendment with CA New Plan Villa Monaco L.P., and a land acquisition ordinance for the Smith & Sandown over Quebec Bridge project — all by consent.</p> <h2>Housing and homelessness</h2> <p>City Council approved a $4.75 million loan for income-restricted apartments at 5000 Tower Road on June 22, passing 12-0. The council also approved unit mix changes for Archdiocesan Housing at 2595 S. Federal Blvd (12-0) and a land description correction for 1799 N. Pennsylvania Street (12-0).</p> <p>The Community Planning and Housing Committee approved two contract amendments on June 30: $1,044,000 to The Commun… | Denver's Transportation and Infrastructure Committee approved a $110,242,888.50 construction contract with Millstone Weber for the DS West Phase 2 project at Denver International Airport — the largest single-dollar decision across recent city meetings. The same committee also approved a $74,000,000 elevator maintenance contract and a $6,767,755 amendment for compressed natural gas service, all by consent. ## Airport and infrastructure contracts The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee approved 14 consent items on July 1, including the $110.2 million airport construction contract, the $74 million elevator maintenance contract, a $2,388,755 Broncos Mile High Grill concession, $798,582 for police vehicles, and $5,050,000 for electric truck charging infrastructure. The committee heard a briefing on the Vamos Bike Network but took no vote. On June 24, that committee approved a $4.5 million ADA ramp replacement contract by consent, along with a lease amendment with Alaska Airlines at DEN, a $550,000 recycled materials contract at DEN, and a $4.17 million door maintenance contract at DEN. The Finance and Business Committee approved several infrastructure-related items on June 23, including a $523,901 purchase order for a Kenworth vacuum truck with Kaiser Premier, two $1,000,000 on-call construction contracts with Novus Construction LLC and Catamount Constructors Inc., a $1,119,023 lease amendment with CA New Plan Villa Monaco L.P., and a land acquisition ordinance for the Smith & Sandown over Quebec Bridge project — all by consent. ## Housing and homelessness City Council approved a $4.75 million loan for income-restricted apartments at 5000 Tower Road on June 22, passing 12-0. The council also approved unit mix changes for Archdiocesan Housing at 2595 S. Federal Blvd (12-0) and a land description correction for 1799 N. Pennsylvania Street (12-0). The Community Planning and Housing Committee approved two contract amendments on June 30: $1,044,000 to The Community Firm for tenancy support services and $235,… | 2026-07-06 12:06:28 |
| 47 | 47 | 15 | 2026-07-13 | Denver committees approve $110M airport contract, $45M theater renovation, and November ballot measures | <p>Denver's Transportation and Infrastructure Committee approved a $110,242,888.50 construction contract with Millstone Weber, LLC for the DS West Phase 2 project at Denver International Airport, the largest spending decision among recent council committee actions. The contract was approved by consent on July 1 alongside 13 other items, including a $74,000,000 elevator maintenance contract and a $6,767,755 amendment for compressed natural gas service.</p> <h2>November 2026 Ballot Measures Advance</h2> <p>The Governance and Intergovernmental Relations Committee voted on June 30 to file three bills for the November 3, 2026 ballot. An Xcel Energy franchise agreement was approved for filing 5-0, while a budget charter amendment and a budget process ordinance each passed 4-1. The franchise and energy partnership agreements with Xcel Energy extend through December 2046 for citywide utility services. The committee also approved reappointments and appointments to the Community Corrections Board and the American Indian Commission by consent, plus a contract extension for legal counsel.</p> <h2>Loretto Heights Theater and Airport Wayfinding</h2> <p>On July 8, the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee approved a $45,482,688 contract with Fransen-Pittman Construction to renovate the Loretto Heights Theater at 3001 South Federal Boulevard. The same meeting approved two $1,025,000 on-call wayfinding design contracts for Denver International Airport—one with Gresham Smith and another with M. Arthur Gensler Jr. & Associates. All three items passed by consent.</p> <h2>Homelessness Services Funding</h2> <p>The Community Planning and Housing Committee approved two contract amendments on June 30: $1,044,000 for The Community Firm for tenancy support services and $235,000 for U.S. Motels Denver North, Inc. for motel vouchers. Both passed by consent. The full City Council is scheduled to consider additional amendments on July 13, including Resolution 26-0965, which would add $235,000 to the U.S. Motels contract for a total o… | Denver's Transportation and Infrastructure Committee approved a $110,242,888.50 construction contract with Millstone Weber, LLC for the DS West Phase 2 project at Denver International Airport, the largest spending decision among recent council committee actions. The contract was approved by consent on July 1 alongside 13 other items, including a $74,000,000 elevator maintenance contract and a $6,767,755 amendment for compressed natural gas service. ## November 2026 Ballot Measures Advance The Governance and Intergovernmental Relations Committee voted on June 30 to file three bills for the November 3, 2026 ballot. An Xcel Energy franchise agreement was approved for filing 5-0, while a budget charter amendment and a budget process ordinance each passed 4-1. The franchise and energy partnership agreements with Xcel Energy extend through December 2046 for citywide utility services. The committee also approved reappointments and appointments to the Community Corrections Board and the American Indian Commission by consent, plus a contract extension for legal counsel. ## Loretto Heights Theater and Airport Wayfinding On July 8, the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee approved a $45,482,688 contract with Fransen-Pittman Construction to renovate the Loretto Heights Theater at 3001 South Federal Boulevard. The same meeting approved two $1,025,000 on-call wayfinding design contracts for Denver International Airport—one with Gresham Smith and another with M. Arthur Gensler Jr. & Associates. All three items passed by consent. ## Homelessness Services Funding The Community Planning and Housing Committee approved two contract amendments on June 30: $1,044,000 for The Community Firm for tenancy support services and $235,000 for U.S. Motels Denver North, Inc. for motel vouchers. Both passed by consent. The full City Council is scheduled to consider additional amendments on July 13, including Resolution 26-0965, which would add $235,000 to the U.S. Motels contract for a total of $6,877,900 in motel vouchers for STAR,… | 2026-07-13 12:05:32 |
| 48 | 48 | 15 | 2026-07-20 | Denver committees approve $45.5M theater renovation, $46M in housing bonds, and dozens of contracts | <p>Denver City Council committees advanced more than $150 million in contracts, bonds, and property purchases over the past two weeks, with the largest single award going toward renovating the Loretto Heights Theater and two housing bond packages totaling $46.4 million winning unanimous approval.</p> <h2>Loretto Heights Theater renovation approved</h2> <p>The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee approved a $45,482,688 contract with Fransen-Pittman Construction to renovate the Loretto Heights Theater at 3001 South Federal Boulevard. The committee also approved two $1,025,000 on-call wayfinding design contracts for Denver International Airport — one with Gresham Smith and another with M. Arthur Gensler Jr. & Associates. All three resolutions were adopted by consent.</p> <h2>Housing bonds and property purchase</h2> <p>The Finance and Business Committee approved $27,000,000 in multifamily housing revenue bonds for the Green Valley Vistas project and $19,400,000 in bonds for the Link and Pin Apartments project, both on 5-0 votes. The committee also approved the $3,019,340 purchase of 1028 North Acoma Street (5-0) and a $20,000,000 Master Purchase Order with Trans-West, Inc. by consent. Resolution 26-0995 regarding Broadway Park North Metropolitan District No. 1 property passed 3-2.</p> <h2>Airport engineering and dam decommissioning</h2> <p>The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee approved a $25,000,000 contract with Kleinfelder, Inc. for airport engineering services and a $5,731,906 contract with FNF Construction, Inc. for dam decommissioning and water-quality upgrades at Skeel Reservoir. The committee also approved a concession agreement with Compass Group USA, Inc. d/b/a Canteen Vending with $1,468,784 in guaranteed rent and an $879,733.12 purchase order with Wickham Tractor Company for four Puma 165 tractors. All items passed by consent.</p> <h2>Environmental services and health contracts</h2> <p>The Health and Safety Committee approved environmental services contracts totaling up to $7,500,000 a… | Denver City Council committees advanced more than $150 million in contracts, bonds, and property purchases over the past two weeks, with the largest single award going toward renovating the Loretto Heights Theater and two housing bond packages totaling $46.4 million winning unanimous approval. ## Loretto Heights Theater renovation approved The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee approved a $45,482,688 contract with Fransen-Pittman Construction to renovate the Loretto Heights Theater at 3001 South Federal Boulevard. The committee also approved two $1,025,000 on-call wayfinding design contracts for Denver International Airport — one with Gresham Smith and another with M. Arthur Gensler Jr. & Associates. All three resolutions were adopted by consent. ## Housing bonds and property purchase The Finance and Business Committee approved $27,000,000 in multifamily housing revenue bonds for the Green Valley Vistas project and $19,400,000 in bonds for the Link and Pin Apartments project, both on 5-0 votes. The committee also approved the $3,019,340 purchase of 1028 North Acoma Street (5-0) and a $20,000,000 Master Purchase Order with Trans-West, Inc. by consent. Resolution 26-0995 regarding Broadway Park North Metropolitan District No. 1 property passed 3-2. ## Airport engineering and dam decommissioning The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee approved a $25,000,000 contract with Kleinfelder, Inc. for airport engineering services and a $5,731,906 contract with FNF Construction, Inc. for dam decommissioning and water-quality upgrades at Skeel Reservoir. The committee also approved a concession agreement with Compass Group USA, Inc. d/b/a Canteen Vending with $1,468,784 in guaranteed rent and an $879,733.12 purchase order with Wickham Tractor Company for four Puma 165 tractors. All items passed by consent. ## Environmental services and health contracts The Health and Safety Committee approved environmental services contracts totaling up to $7,500,000 across four firms: Apex Companies LLC ($2,000,000), Ayud… | 2026-07-20 12:24:28 |
| 49 | 49 | 15 | 2026-08-03 | Denver Council elects new leadership, sends budget charter amendment to November ballot | <p>Denver City Council elected new leadership and approved a charter amendment for the November 2026 ballot during its July 20 meeting, while several committees advanced contracts for airport infrastructure, flood control, and public safety over the past two weeks.</p> <h2>City Council elects leadership, approves contracts</h2> <p>On July 20, the Council elected Romero Campbell as Council President (12-0) and Gonzales-Gutierrez as President Pro-Tem (12-0). The Council approved a charter amendment adjusting the budget and appropriation process for the November 3, 2026 election (10-2).</p> <p>The Council also approved a $2,000,000 contract with Apex Companies, LLC for asbestos and lead mitigation (12-0), an $845,557.62 contract amendment with Submittable Holdings Inc. for software (12-0), a $0 license agreement with HEF-P Denver, LLC for EV charging stations (12-0), and a JAX Seafood House concession agreement at Denver International Airport (12-0). Bill 26-0921 regarding entertainment licenses was postponed to August 3, 2026 (12-0).</p> <h2>Flood control and right-of-way dedications</h2> <p>The South Platte River Committee approved Council Bill 26-1044 on July 29, adding $7,077,956.00 for Sanderson Gulch improvements. The committee also approved dedications of five parcels on North Bryant Street and two parcels on North Decatur Street as public right-of-way, and amended the RiNo Denver General Improvement District Advisory Board membership and terms.</p> <h2>Public safety and health contracts</h2> <p>The Health and Safety Committee approved four consent items on July 29, including an $8,393,627.98 increase and 12-month extension for a Colorado Division of Criminal Justice revenue agreement, and a $585,177.00 increase and one-year extension for a Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment grant. The committee also approved a contract amendment for Leon Kelly dba Neon Forensics, LLC to include Fellowship Program administration, and a grant amendment for Denver Health and Hospital Authority to add a part-ti… | Denver City Council elected new leadership and approved a charter amendment for the November 2026 ballot during its July 20 meeting, while several committees advanced contracts for airport infrastructure, flood control, and public safety over the past two weeks. ## City Council elects leadership, approves contracts On July 20, the Council elected Romero Campbell as Council President (12-0) and Gonzales-Gutierrez as President Pro-Tem (12-0). The Council approved a charter amendment adjusting the budget and appropriation process for the November 3, 2026 election (10-2). The Council also approved a $2,000,000 contract with Apex Companies, LLC for asbestos and lead mitigation (12-0), an $845,557.62 contract amendment with Submittable Holdings Inc. for software (12-0), a $0 license agreement with HEF-P Denver, LLC for EV charging stations (12-0), and a JAX Seafood House concession agreement at Denver International Airport (12-0). Bill 26-0921 regarding entertainment licenses was postponed to August 3, 2026 (12-0). ## Flood control and right-of-way dedications The South Platte River Committee approved Council Bill 26-1044 on July 29, adding $7,077,956.00 for Sanderson Gulch improvements. The committee also approved dedications of five parcels on North Bryant Street and two parcels on North Decatur Street as public right-of-way, and amended the RiNo Denver General Improvement District Advisory Board membership and terms. ## Public safety and health contracts The Health and Safety Committee approved four consent items on July 29, including an $8,393,627.98 increase and 12-month extension for a Colorado Division of Criminal Justice revenue agreement, and a $585,177.00 increase and one-year extension for a Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment grant. The committee also approved a contract amendment for Leon Kelly dba Neon Forensics, LLC to include Fellowship Program administration, and a grant amendment for Denver Health and Hospital Authority to add a part-time WIC Educator and service location. ## Hou… | 2026-08-03 12:05:17 |
| 50 | 50 | 18 | 2026-06-29 | Corpus Christi Council Takes Up $107M Water Project, Fleet Purchases | <p>Major infrastructure and procurement matters dominated recent city agendas, though meeting minutes have yet to be published and final votes are not yet public. The most weighty item appeared before the City Council on June 30, when members reviewed a $107.5 million construction contract for a reclaimed water project that would serve industrial users. That same week, the council also considered a $10.45 million boat haul-out and office facility, a $4.05 million arena rehabilitation, and more than $5 million in vehicle replacements.</p> <h2>City Council Considers Big-Ticket Spending</h2> <p>Two City Council sessions, one on June 23 and another on June 30, brought a series of procurement and land-use items. At the earlier meeting, the agenda included:</p> <ul> <li>Awarding $10.45 million for a new boat haul-out, office, and retail facility.</li> <li>Awarding $4.05 million for rehabilitation at the Hilliard Center arena.</li> <li>Authorizing up to $5.23 million for 67 replacement vehicles and equipment.</li> <li>A water system pipe supply agreement of up to $3.19 million.</li> <li>Street infrastructure for King’s Landing developments.</li> </ul> <p>On June 30, the council’s agenda added:</p> <ul> <li>A reclaimed water for industrial use construction contract for as much as $107,531,622.</li> <li>A $2.28 million wastewater trust fund reimbursement for the Kaspian Subdivision.</li> <li>A meter transmission unit supply agreement up to $3.11 million.</li> <li>Annexation and rezoning of 5.24 acres at FM 2444 and SH 286.</li> <li>A $377,849 wastewater improvement reimbursement for Oso Vista Subdivision.</li> </ul> <p>All items were listed for consideration; minutes have not been released, so vote tallies are unknown.</p> <h2>Marina Advisory Eyes Haul-Out Support</h2> <p>The Marina Advisory Committee met June 22 with a resolution of support for the same haul-out and marina office project. Members also discussed boat fire safety, a fuel station update, grants, and a safety and clean-up report. An outcome of the discussion… | Major infrastructure and procurement matters dominated recent city agendas, though meeting minutes have yet to be published and final votes are not yet public. The most weighty item appeared before the City Council on June 30, when members reviewed a $107.5 million construction contract for a reclaimed water project that would serve industrial users. That same week, the council also considered a $10.45 million boat haul-out and office facility, a $4.05 million arena rehabilitation, and more than $5 million in vehicle replacements. ## City Council Considers Big-Ticket Spending Two City Council sessions, one on June 23 and another on June 30, brought a series of procurement and land-use items. At the earlier meeting, the agenda included: - Awarding $10.45 million for a new boat haul-out, office, and retail facility. - Awarding $4.05 million for rehabilitation at the Hilliard Center arena. - Authorizing up to $5.23 million for 67 replacement vehicles and equipment. - A water system pipe supply agreement of up to $3.19 million. - Street infrastructure for King’s Landing developments. On June 30, the council’s agenda added: - A reclaimed water for industrial use construction contract for as much as $107,531,622. - A $2.28 million wastewater trust fund reimbursement for the Kaspian Subdivision. - A meter transmission unit supply agreement up to $3.11 million. - Annexation and rezoning of 5.24 acres at FM 2444 and SH 286. - A $377,849 wastewater improvement reimbursement for Oso Vista Subdivision. All items were listed for consideration; minutes have not been released, so vote tallies are unknown. ## Marina Advisory Eyes Haul-Out Support The Marina Advisory Committee met June 22 with a resolution of support for the same haul-out and marina office project. Members also discussed boat fire safety, a fuel station update, grants, and a safety and clean-up report. An outcome of the discussion was not immediately available. ## Planning Commission Reviews Plats and Rezoning On June 24, the Planning Commission agenda … | 2026-07-05 02:21:03 |
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