Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Rachael Peterson Brickner’s organization
Oct 1, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Tempe Police Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Board Minutes
The board discussed several items, including the approval of new member applications and conditional approvals pending further records. The board held an initial hearing regarding an application for accidental disability benefits and tabled it pending the receipt of additional medical records. Status updates were provided for two other accidental disability benefit applications, noting that Independent Medical Exams (IMEs) had been completed for both and reports would be presented at a future meeting.
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The board discussed the responsibilities of the Board Chair role, noting additional commitments related to the Police and Fire Public Safety Personnel Retirement System boards. Consequently, Brandon Garland was selected as the new Chair of the Merit System Board. The board also noted a special action case concerning Rashidi Johnson and adjourned to an executive session to receive legal advice and discuss confidential records. Future agenda items were identified, including revisions to Personnel Rules and further updates on the special action case.
Sep 24, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Tempe City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council meeting focused on several proclamations, including those designating Healthy Aging Month, Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, National Hispanic Heritage Month, National Community Planning Month, and Dolly Parton 9to5 Day. The agenda also included a review of protocols for public appearances, guidelines regarding campaign-related activity during official meetings, and a statement on native land acknowledgement.
Sep 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
City Of Tempe Hearing Officer Hearing Officer Meeting
The hearing officer reviewed and approved three separate 180-day open abatement requests for public nuisance violations. The first case involved 1858 Southern Avenue, where the officer addressed issues concerning accumulated trash, debris, graffiti, and dead vegetation. The second case concerned 6904 South Lakeshore Drive, involving violations related to overgrown grass, weeds, and the accumulation of miscellaneous trash on the premises. The third case addressed 1432 South Rita Lane, focusing on deteriorated landscaping, overgrown vegetation, and dead trees causing damage to fencing.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
