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City Council Reviews and Amends Procurement Code
The council held a public hearing and first reading for an ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the City Code, specifically repealing and replacing Article 9 concerning contracts and purchasing. Councilmember Andreou questioned the protest fee structure, noting the mention of both a minimum fee ($1,500) and a percentage (5%), alongside a maximum ($15,000). City Attorney Ezra clarified that the $1,500 fee applies when a solicitation has no pricing component, while the 5% fee (capped at $15,000) applies when there is a pricing component. The ordinance aims to update procurement procedures.
Councilmember Horland Reports on D.C. Trip, Potential Grant Funding, and Police Efforts
Councilmember Horland, returning from Washington D.C., reported on productive meetings with congressional delegates, senators, and agency heads, discussing potential funding opportunities for the Midtown Bridge grant. She traveled with the League of Cities, which covered costs, and found the trip productive. Horland also noted seeing decorations for the nation's 250th birthday in D.C., which renewed her sense of patriotism. She thanked Councilmember Andrea for covering her remarks during her absence and praised the city's police department for their strategy and planning in ensuring safety during the FIFA event.
Resident Calls for Neutrality from Elected Officials in Political Endorsements
Resident Rob Corman addressed the council regarding the appearance of favoritism and bias in political endorsements by elected officials. He urged council members and the mayor to maintain neutrality in their official capacities during municipal elections, emphasizing that municipal elections are nonpartisan for a reason. Corman specifically pointed out that Council President Anderson, Mayor Sordle, Councilmember Reinstein, and Councilmember Andreou appeared in the 'endorsed by' section of a candidate's webpage with their titles displayed. Corman requested the council pass a resolution that prohibits elected officials and board members from openly endorsing candidates using their official titles and suggests censorship for violations.
Council Discusses Sidewalk Paving Prioritization Amidst Liability Concerns
During the consent agenda review, Councilmember Andreou inquired about a list of priority areas for sidewalk paving. Jason Unemaker, CAO, explained that while a detailed city-wide survey and prioritization list are desired, legal counsel advised caution regarding the extent of inspection and curing times, as identifying specific needs could create liability. Unemaker hopes to present the next 'tranche' of prioritized sidewalk work by the next meeting, emphasizing that the city must be comfortable with addressing these needs within an acceptable timeframe to minimize liability.
Deputy Chief Clarifies School Zone Speed Camera Status Amidst Public Confusion
Deputy Chief Counselors provided a clarification regarding the school zone speed cameras. Initially stating they were active during summer school, he later clarified, based on an Instagram post and Captain Brown's confirmation, that the cameras are turned off for the summer, even though yellow flashing lights remain active. He acknowledged the confusion stemming from social media posts and a reported ticket issuance, promising to triple-check and issue an official correction via social media. He confirmed that while cameras are off, the flashing lights indicating school zones would still be operational.
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