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2 issues in zoning with low priority
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Group homes and residential care facility zoning
New definitions and zoning rules for small and large group homes and care facilities — required by state housing law — were introduced and will come back for a final vote.
1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 21, 2026
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Planning Commission and Cemetery Commission overhaul
The council introduced an ordinance modernizing both commission charters — including a new requirement that planning commissioners live in the city and attendance standards for the Cemetery Commission. Council also wants the Cemetery Commission to come back with a plan for taking on more responsibilities.
2 mentions (2 this month)Last discussed Oct 21, 2026