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City Council Meeting - 06-23-2026
Published: Jun 23, 2026
City Council Approves Revised Fee Schedule for Permits in Compliance with State Law
The City Council discussed and voted on Resolution 438-26, which adopts a revised fee schedule for development review and building permits to comply with House Bill 803. Key changes include removing the 2% inspection fee based on cost for use permits, replacing it with a flat fee, and implementing mandatory discounts for permits using private providers (25% for plan review, 50% for plan review and inspections). The resolution also addresses permit exemptions for work under $7,500 by introducing a $40 administrative fee and a $150 zoning permit fee for certain projects, codifies private provider deductions, revises reinspection fees, and adjusts state surcharges. The council debated the timing and necessity of these changes, particularly in light of potential state-level fiscal uncertainties.
City Clerk Announces Unopposed Candidates and Contested Races for November Election
The City Clerk provided an update on the upcoming November elections. Two council seats (District 4 and District 5) will have unopposed candidates (Anthony Papello and Fran Darms, respectively) who will be elected automatically. There will be contested races for District 3 (Sherry Pew vs. Brett Marquez) and the at-large seat (Dana Knight vs. Stephen Genzel).
Development Services Budget Proposal Includes Impact Fee Study and Staffing Request
The Development Services Director presented the proposed budget, highlighting a net decrease in personnel services. Operating expenses showed a net increase of $35,000, primarily due to an impact fee study and a proposed review of the land development code by an arborist. The department also requested a new Planning Technician position to address increased workload and stagnant staff levels since 2017. The Building Division's budget indicated a decrease in personal services and an increase in operating expenses related to their third-party provider agreement and software upgrades.
City Council Receives Legislative Update on Financial Impacts
The City Council received a legislative update on various bills impacting the city's finances. Key points included projected impacts of property tax reform, changes to millage rate voting requirements, a reduction in the card room tax, a mobile home park assessment cap, changes in civil traffic violation penalty distribution, and procedural impacts of the Local Government Financial Transparency and Accountability Act. Additionally, potential future impacts from the Taxation and Budget Reform Commission and federal uniform guidance (2 CFR 200) were discussed.
Finance Department Budget Presentation Shows Minor Increases
The Finance Director presented the proposed budget for the Finance Department and Utility Billing and Analytics. The Finance Department requested a 1.6% increase primarily due to personnel service placeholders for benefits, and a $5,100 increase in operating expenses for a GASB 75 valuation consultant. Utility Billing and Analytics showed a net decrease in personnel services due to salary adjustments and personnel changes, but an increase in operating expenses for software fees and training transfers.
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