Jul 20, 2026Board meeting
Newport City Council Regular Council Meeting
The meeting agenda focuses on a response to a formal notice of an Open Meeting Law violation, a presentation regarding festival plans, and a report from the Police Chief on public safety concerns along the boardwalk. Key items include the consideration of a proposed water ordinance, task force reports on financial practices and fire department strategic planning, and the setting of tax rates for the upcoming fiscal year. Additionally, the council will address utility pole placement requests and enter an executive session to receive updates on downtown development projects.