Nick Bird

The meeting included discussions and presentations on various topics. A presentation was given by Activate J Farmer Blue Zones, focusing on a proposed trail network for the city, including mapping, design, and wayfinding signage. The council also discussed the implementation of bike boulevards and the installation of public bicycle workstations, pumps, and bike racks throughout the city.

The council meeting included discussions on a range of topics. Public comments addressed concerns about representing indigenous people in the museum and the need for sidewalks and speed bumps on McFarland Street. The council approved the consent agenda, including accounts payable and payroll. A resolution was passed declaring October 28th as National First Responders Day. Updates were provided on the Grace Upper Homeless Housing Task Force, and the 2026 preliminary budget was presented, highlighting its balanced nature and key factors influencing the budget, such as personnel changes and revenue projections. The council also discussed transferring the museum collection to a nonprofit.

The Aberdeen City Council meeting included discussions and actions on several key items. A public hearing was held regarding a proposed increase to the threshold for out-of-city businesses requiring a business license. The council also authorized the surplus of a vehicle to be sold at auction and awarded a bid for the demolition of a property. Additionally, the first reading of ordinances related to the vacation of an alley portion and amendments to zoning codes for minimum square footage housing types were approved. The Mayor's appointment of the Economic Development Committee was confirmed. The council also discussed personnel matters and the performance of a public employee in closed and executive sessions. A motion was passed to provide the Senior Center with funds to replace budget reductions.

The Aberdeen City Council meeting included discussions and actions on several key items. The council authorized the donation of a Native American wooden sculpture to the Quinault Indian Nation, considered ordinances on the 2025 Property Tax Levy and the 2026 Preliminary Budget, and addressed a supplemental budget ordinance. An interlocal agreement with the City of Cosmopolis for full-time police services was amended. Public hearings were held for the vacation of an alley portion and for amendments to the zoning code regarding minimum square footage for housing. Additionally, the council authorized the Public Works Director to execute Task Order #2 with G&O, Inc., and adopted a job description for a Public Works Equipment Rental Mechanic Supervisor. The meeting also included a closed session to discuss personnel matters related to collective bargaining agreements.

The agenda includes items such as approving the surplus of the city's Shoretell phones, adopting the AWC B&O Tax Model Ordinance, adjusting the low-income senior rate income threshold, and approving the 2025 Supplemental Budget Ordinance. Also on the agenda are discussions and potential actions related to the 2025 Property Tax Levy for Collection in 2026, the 2026 Preliminary Budget, sewer CCTV inspection contract approval, agreements for governmental affairs services, and the US 12 Highway-Rail Separation Project. Additionally, there is a public hearing regarding the adoption of statute RCW 46.61.570 concerning parking table/code entry with the Administration of the Courts, and an appointment to the Municipal Courts.