Mayor combining State of the City with candidate forum
Summary
Residents and two councilmembers blasted the mayor's plan to hold his State of the City address alongside a council candidate forum — with some candidates never notified. Critics call it an appearance of city endorsement; Romero wants it agendized for a vote.
At a glance
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
City staff time and resources are supporting the combined event, raising questions about use of public funds for a campaign-adjacent activity.
The mayor and the two candidates he has endorsed, critics say.
Council candidates who were not notified or invited, and public trust in city neutrality during the election.
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