Ad Hoc Public Safety Planning and Funding Committee Minutes
The committee held its first meeting, which focused on the election of a Chair and Vice-chair. Members discussed and adopted a regular meeting schedule for the first and third Wednesdays of the month, with the goal of completing their tasks by September 2027. The committee reviewed the requirements of the Open Meetings Act and the necessity for members to sign an Ethics Pledge. Additionally, the Chair emphasized the importance of gaining a thorough understanding of the existing Public Safety Study and suggested potential field trips to City facilities to aid in this process. Staff presented a proposed work plan that includes reviewing the fire and police portions of the study, identifying funding options, and developing recommendations for Council.