Tyler Technologies budget software

Javier complimented the vendors' intelligence but suggested the AI tool belong at the county level for regional consistency, and questioned how it would force action on the border pollution crisis.

Reich was skeptical, saying AI cuts into personal accountability and questioning whether cities like LA, Chicago or New York are better off using these systems — he also joked about his Tyler stock being down $20.

A local health advocate, she opposed the PBB module as proposed, citing a lack of competitive analysis and cost justification, and demanding that environmental justice commitments since 2012 be transparently built into any priority-setting tool.

Nieto criticized rushing a $250,000 decision on a one-page report, noting the Munis system took three years and isn't complete, and questioned whether existing modules could accomplish the same thing.

Polanco asked practical questions: would the city own or rent the software, who fixes glitches and updates it — but she also said she's excited for National City's future and hopes the city moves past its differences.