Scott Newsome
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 11
- Total speaking time
- 15:19
- Avg per meeting
- 1:24
- Segments
- 177
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Top issues during term (20)(General)
public health services
While the program itself doesn't cost much, it could save the city big bucks down the line by preventing costly disease outbreaks.
local news roundup
Your tax dollars are being discussed for county budgets and transit, so pay attention!
2025 Police Department Accountability and Staffing Report
Salary and benefit increases totaling 16 percent over three years for police officers.
Downtown Plan Expansion
This could mean new development and economic opportunities, but also potential costs for infrastructure upgrades.
Bathroom and Water Access for Unhoused Residents
Up to $409,115 reallocated from existing homelessness-response funds — not new money.
Sidewalk safety and 'sidewalk upon sale' ordinance
Sidewalks are expensive — a recent $3.9 million paving project on Escalona included only ten sidewalk frontages and 50 curb ramps — and the city currently spends far more on bike paths than sidewalks.
Police Military Equipment Reporting (AB 481)
Drones cost $29,177 each over five years, paid from asset forfeiture funds.
surveillance technology contract
Canceling the contract could save the city money, but keeping it means ongoing costs for surveillance.
surveillance cameras
No major cost changes are expected either way, but the city might save money if they turn them off.
Flock ALPR contract termination
The city is cutting ties, so they'll stop paying Flock, but there might be some costs to remove the cameras.
Lighthouse Point Hazard and Engineering Analysis
$387,032 for the study, with future protection costs still unknown.
data privacy
The city might save money by not paying for a service that could be illegal.
Homelessness and safety in parks
This policy failure could end up costing the city more in the long run.
ADU Regulation Updates and Short-Term Rental Policy
No direct cost to residents; the short-term rental change could add transient occupancy tax revenue if adopted later.
battery storage project permitting
This could speed up getting a project online that helps keep our power stable, potentially saving money down the line.
historic preservation ballot initiative
Developers might be a little annoyed they can't just tear down old music spots as easily, but the city avoids any new costs for now.
battery storage facility approval
This could mean higher energy costs down the line if the project gets delayed further, or potentially lower costs if it speeds up renewable energy integration.
infrastructure damage
Repairing the wharf is gonna cost a pretty penny, impacting city funds and potentially tourism.
downtown expansion
More development means more money flowing into the city, but watch out for those potential parking and traffic costs.
homelessness statistics
While the city might see some savings, the county's rising numbers could mean more strain on their resources.
Decisions during term (6)
Recorded while Newsome was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Housing Element Municipal Code and General Plan Amendments; Lot Consolidation Fee Deferred (Item 13)
Zoning Ordinance and General Plan amendments (recommendation to City Council)
Municipal Code Housing Amendments and General Plan Climate Adaptation Changes
General Obligation Refunding Bonds - Tax Rate Authorization (FN)
Authorize the Purchase of Police Patrol Vehicle Equipment and Associated Labor to Upfit Three (3) Police Patrol Vehicles Using General Capital Improvement 350 Funds - Budget Adjustment (PD/PW)
Annual Housing Element and General Plan Progress Reports and ADU Condominium Report
Voting record (1)(General)
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