Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Brentwood public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
8 issues in general with high priority
Youth Commission Event Planning and Community Engagement
The Youth Commission approved various event budgets, including $750 for STEM Day, $200 for a Career Fair, and $500 for the Multicultural Faire, to support youth engagement and community activities.
Solid Waste Fleet Electrification
The city is upgrading its waste fleet with five new electric trucks to support weekly green waste collection while securing substantial state rebates.
2026 Winter Market Economic Development Priority
The city is moving forward with an inaugural two-day winter market in December 2026 to create holiday traditions and drive economic activity downtown.
City Attorney Hiring
Brentwood's city council just hired a new top lawyer, Thomas Lloyd Smith, for a cool $305k. He's stepping in after serving as interim and the last attorney bailed. They also got some other stuff done, like updating rules and making sure everyone's treated fairly.
City Attorney Appointment
Brentwood's City Council has officially hired Thomas Lloyd Smith as the new City Attorney. He's been filling in since February and the council is happy with his performance, even with some past issues from his previous job.
City Manager Appointment
Brentwood's city council is about to pick a new interim city manager, Darin Gale. This person will be in charge of keeping the city running smoothly while they look for a permanent replacement.
Charter City Status
Brentwood is looking into becoming a charter city. This move could shake up how the city council makes decisions and runs things, so it's a big deal for the future.
Pipeline Permit
Brentwood's City Council has surprisingly revoked the permit for an existing natural gas pipeline. This move could shake up local energy supply and raise questions about future infrastructure projects.