Larry Tirnetta

The commission held public hearings regarding a variance request to legalize an existing carport at 232 Nancy Street, which was approved, and a conditional use permit amendment for Vinnie's Emporium, which was denied. The commission also reviewed various informational reports from subcommittees.

The council conducted a workshop on the 2026/27–2030/31 Capital Improvement Program, resulting in directives for staff to include specific additions and scheduling modifications for park improvements and pickleball court projects. The meeting also included a closed session regarding a public employee appointment and employment matter.

The City Council held a special meeting that included a public comment session regarding City operations and workplace harassment. The Council recessed into a closed session to conduct a public employee performance evaluation, resulting in the decision to place the City Manager on paid administrative leave. Additionally, a conference with real property negotiators occurred during the closed session with no reportable action taken.

The council meeting included public comments regarding police department interactions. The council recessed into a closed session to discuss business items involving a conference with labor negotiators, a public employee performance evaluation, and a conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation.

The meeting featured a presentation on DoorDash delivery robots and included public comments regarding police department interactions and the proposed robotics. Council members and the City Manager provided informational reports on recent activities. The council awarded a contract to Mountain Cascade Inc. for the Municipal Services Center Pavement Rehabilitation project. An informational report regarding the East County Service Center Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration was received. Additionally, the council directed staff to explore policy criteria for city website content and press releases.