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Ordinance A-1

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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 26, 2026.

Public comments (5)

OpposedRonald OstromOct 26, 2026

Opposed A-1, saying the pre-bid council review is the last chance for residents to see street designs, and flagged pasted-in language about parks.

City Council Meeting Agenda — October 26, 2026 · 57:59 →
OpposedMarcy BondOct 26, 2026

Opposed A-1, saying the pre-bid council review is about transparency and community input — 'what is the point of even having a council?'

City Council Meeting Agenda — October 26, 2026 · 54:47 →
OpposedMelissa SandersOct 26, 2026

Said she doesn't trust public works staff after past experiences with tree removal misrepresentations, and warned staff could piece together small projects to avoid scrutiny.

City Council Meeting Agenda — October 26, 2026 · 1:32:06 →
OpposedRosalind LabriolaOct 26, 2026

Opposed A-1 on fiscal grounds, noting the city borrowed over $40 million and that the ordinance removes council approval for projects outside the adopted budget.

City Council Meeting Agenda — October 26, 2026 · 1:33:46 →
OpposedMarta ValdezOct 26, 2026

Opposed A-1, saying by the time council approves funding and the contract, design changes cost more, and public review before bidding catches safety, parking, and accessibility issues.

City Council Meeting Agenda — October 26, 2026 · 1:35:03 →