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Home My WebLink About2026-08-24 City Council Meeting MinutesPage 1 of 13 MINUTES CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE, COLORADO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, August 24, 2026, 6:30 p.m. The meeting was held in a hybrid format, with Councilmembers, City staff, and members of the public participating either in person at the Municipal Building (7500 W. 29th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado) in Council Chambers, or virtually. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Stites called the City Council Regular Meeting to order on August 24, 2026, at 6:31 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Those present stood, if able, and recited the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS Councilmembers Present: Rachel Hultin; Dan Larson; Kathleen Martell; Scott Ohm; Mike Okada; Patrick Quinn; Jenny Snell; and Susan Wood A quorum was established. STAFF IN ATTENDANCE City Manager Patrick Goff; City Attorney Gerald Dahl; Director of Parks and Recreation Karen O’Donnell; Deputy Director of Public Works Kent Kisselman; Deputy City Clerk Lucy Spalenka; Civil Engineer II Rocky Macsalka; Community Development Director Lauren Mikulak; Director of Admin Services Chris Molison; Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation Brandon Altenburg; Chief of Police Christopher Murtha. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Study Session Notes from August 3, 2026, City Council Meeting Minutes from August 10, 2026 and Special Study Session Notes from August 10, 2026 were approved as presented. APPROVAL OF AGENDA No changes to the agenda were proposed. PROCLAMATIONS AND CEREMONIES Page 2 of 13 1.Dominick Breton Community Champion Award Mayor Stites presented the inaugural Dominic Breton Community Champion Award to Diane Erps, Carolyn Toth, and Janet O'Keefe. The award recognized the three neighbors for their sustained care of fellow community member Evan following a serious dog attack. Their efforts included caring for his home and dogs, organizing meals and visits, and coordinating daily walking companions to support his recovery. Mayor Stites also noted that responding Officer Lyon had remarked it was the most supportive neighborhood he had ever worked with. Carolyn Toth addressed the council, acknowledging the broader network of neighbors who contributed to Evan's recovery and asking them to stand in recognition. 2.Wheat Ridge Rotary Club Mayor Stites read a proclamation formally designating August 24, 2026 as Rotary Day in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, recognizing Rotary International's founding in 1905 and the Wheat Ridge Rotary Club's 50 years of local service. Greg Garner spoke on behalf of the club, highlighting the club's community programs, its long-running operation of the Carnation Festival beer tent, and the Rotary motto of "Service Above Self" and the Four- Way Test. Bob Timm then addressed the council, announcing a World Peace Day event at Prospect Park on September 21 at 11:30 AM coinciding with the club's 50th anniversary, featuring the dedication of a peace pole inscribed in nine languages. Timm also noted the club's ongoing tree-giveaway program, having placed 65 trees in the community over three years, with 20 more available for the current year. PUBLIC’S RIGHT TO SPEAK In person The Mayor noted that public comments for both the regular meeting and the Special Study Session would be taken at this time. Bob Timm (Wheat Ridge Rotary Club) provided the above-noted remarks regarding the tree program and World Peace Day event. Erin Dreezen (Wheat Ridge resident) provided an update on the Ottawa car wash facility at 900 West 44th Avenue, noting the installation of the world's first robotic car wash system, which uses 50 percent less power and 80 percent less water than conventional car washes. Dreesen invited council members and the police department to visit the facility during its controlled testing period. Meg Reed (non-resident, volunteer with immigrant assistance organizations) thanked the council for adopting policies to protect Wheat Ridge residents from what she described as repeated overreaches by ICE, including warrantless home entries and enforcement at churches and medical offices. She urged the council to continue those protective steps. Page 3 of 13 Robert Robinson (Wheat Ridge, District 3) addressed the Special Study Session item, requesting that any resolution explicitly reference ICE-related violence, deaths, and deportations to third-party countries. He expressed concern about unauthorized ICE holding cells, citing the Glenwood Springs example, and urged that any such facility be treated as a city building code violation. He called for stronger city leadership on the issue, including a possible reverse 9-1-1 system to warn residents of ICE activity. Don Slavin (Wheat Ridge resident since 1969) tendered copies of his June 24th letter to the City Attorney and Wheat Ridge Police Department Policy and Procedure 6.21 to the clerk for distribution. He thanked the council for its prior resolutions affirming civil rights and community policing. He identified two legal loopholes under 287(g) agreements related to transportation and investigation of immigrants not covered by state prohibition, and urged both a general policy and a specific amendment to WRPD Policy 6.21 to close them. Devin Green (Wheat Ridge resident) read a statement on behalf of a Wheat Ridge restaurant employee, describing declining Hispanic customer traffic at local restaurants and expressing fear among immigrant workers regarding ICE enforcement. Stephen Blette (Wheat Ridge resident) thanked the council and staff for their rapid response to community concerns. He addressed Item 1 of the staff memo, urging council to remove the qualifier allowing future 287(g) agreements with explicit council authorization, arguing it creates an unnecessary avenue for the policy to be undone. He stated that if circumstances change materially, a new study session should be required before any reconsideration. Megan Crow (Wheat Ridge resident) addressed Item 2 of the staff memo regarding material support to ICE operations. She argued that "public safety" as used in the staff recommendation was ill-defined, and that any local police support of ICE operations exposes the city to civil rights liability. She urged a clear policy limiting such support. Lauren Androski (Wheat Ridge resident) addressed Item 4 regarding unidentified federal officers. She noted that people across the country have impersonated ICE to commit crimes, including in Colorado Springs, and asked the council to formalize Wheat Ridge PD's existing verbal guidance to call 9-1-1 when unable to identify a detaining party. She cited Colorado impersonation statutes and LAPD policy as models, and requested a dispatch and response protocol for reports of masked or unidentified individuals claiming federal authority. Heather Dalton (Wheat Ridge resident) addressed Item 5 on city property, disagreeing with the staff's use of the qualifier "routine civil" and urging the council to adopt an ordinance categorically prohibiting city property from being used for immigration enforcement. She spoke to the historical contributions of immigrant communities to Wheat Ridge. Page 4 of 13 Emily Fields (non-resident) addressed Item 6 on temporary holding facilities, clarifying that the community's request concerned ICE-operated holding rooms at commercial or office properties—not Wheat Ridge PD's own holding cells. She referenced Colorado Times Recorder reporting documenting at least nine such facilities in Colorado, with 2,831 people held between January and October 2025. She urged the council to act proactively, as Glenwood Springs had done, to prevent any such facility from operating in Wheat Ridge. Via Zoom No speakers signed up Via Wheat Ridge Speaks (The following comment was reproduced verbatim as submitted through the Wheat Ridge Speaks platform.) Erin Dreeszen Aug 24, 2026 at 11:48am Comment I would like to provide a quick update from Autowash Lakeside at 5900 W. 44th Ave. While we are not yet fully open, we are now inviting customers to help us test and reﬁne our new wash technology. During testing, multiple team members are onsite assisting customers, observing the system and making adjustments. We’d like to invite Council to visit, meet our team, see and hear the technology ﬁrsthand, and enjoy a complimentary wash. We’re also extending free washes through the end of August to Wheat Ridge Police squad cars. Prior to our redevelopment, we had discussed the department utilizing the facility for squad cars, and we would be happy to have oﬃcers bring their vehicles through at no charge through the remainder of this month while also helping us put the new system through its paces. We’re proud to bring this new technology to both Wheat Ridge and the car wash industry. This revolutionary system can use up to 80% less water and roughly 50% less power than traditional wash systems—demonstrating that innovation can deliver a great customer experience while using signiﬁcantly fewer resources. We hope you’ll come see it in action! Name withhold Aug 24, 2026 at 11:21am Comment As a long time resident of Wheat Ridge, I continue to be concerned that the term “resident” is so easily substituted for “respondent”. In the 2026 Citizen Survey, 786 people responded. According to Wikipedia, our 2026 WR population is 32,007. That computes to reporting the opinions of 2.5% of WR residents, yet Staff continues to issue statements similar to “80% of the RESIDENTS approve actions of the City”. Even with the best stretch of statistics 80% of 32,007 (25,605) is not the same as 80% of 786 (629)! At the Council meeting of June 21, 2026, after Council recognized the Citizen Police Academy grads, new Police recruits and Dominic Breton, 12 people spoke during Citizens’ Right to Speak to express their opinions on immigration enforcement. If Page 5 of 13 memory serves me right, not all stated they were residents of Wheat Ridge. At the comments from Council end of the meeting, 5 Council members thanked the speakers for coming as well as mentioning the recruits, the goat parade, sustainability, parks playgrounds, bike to work, housing 200 previously un-housed,, etc. No one mentioned nor asked for any specific incidents involving WR Police and Federal Immigration. Mayor Pro-tem Hultin asked to bring the item to a study session which is happening tonight. Again —unfortunately — three of the items in the report — #2, #4, #5 — begin with “RESIDENTS expressed concern or requested”. To be totally transparent in whatever decision Council chooses, Staff should accurately state “ 12 public speakers were concerned and requested this change”. I’m waiting to see if our Police Chief or some Staff member will present some statistics to reinforce the need for the City of WheatRidge to codifying current City practices. These changes may be unnecessary as several of the points are already in State law. And I continue to cringe when I see reports where the word “RESIDENT “ is used when we are really quoting “RESPONDENTS”. Hats off to Guy Nahmiach who actually thanked 74% of the survey RESPONDENTS for liking the Gazette !!! Thank you for listening. CONSENT AGENDA Item 1a Title: Resolution No. 37-2026, A resolution of support for a joint application with the City of Denver to the Jefferson County Parks and Open Space Trails Partnership Program Issue: The Jefferson County Parks and Open Space (JCPOS) Trails Partnership Program allows communities within the County to apply for funding in the amount of up to 50% of the cost of projects related to regional trails. A City Council Resolution of Support is required as part of the application. Staff would like to submit a collaborative proposal with the City of Denver to request funding for the design phase of a grade-separated Clear Creek Trail (CCT) segment connecting Creekside Park to the CCT north of W. 52nd Ave. This design phase would build upon a feasibility study previously completed for this project. Councilmember Quinn read the title and issue into the record Item 1b Title: Resolution No. 38-2026, A resolution of support for an application to the Jefferson County Parks and Open Space Trails Partnership Program for an erosion mitigation project Issue: The Jefferson County Parks and Open Space (JCPOS) Trails Partnership Program allows communities within the County to apply for funding in the amount of up to 50% of the cost of projects related to regional trails. A City Council Resolution of Support is required as part of the application. Staff would like to submit a proposal to fund the construction of erosion mitigation and safety improvement measures along the Clear Creek Trail (CCT) north of the Clear Creek Crossing retention pond. Title and issue read into the record by Councilmember Quinn Page 6 of 13 Motion by Councilmember Quinn: I move to approve Resolution No. 37-2026, a resolution of support for a joint application with the City of Denver to the Jefferson County Parks and Open Space Trails Partnership Program, and Resolution No. 38-2026, a resolution of support for an application to the Jefferson County Parks and Open Space Trails Partnership Program for an erosion mitigation project. Seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Hultin Vote: 8-0, Motion carried. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING 2. Council Bill No. 16-2026 Title: An ordinance giving notice of and calling a special election to be held November 3, 2026, and submitting a ballot question concerning an increase in the City sales and use tax of one percent for community capital improvements Issue: City Council is asked to consider an ordinance calling a coordinated election on November 3, 2026, and submitting to the registered electors of the City of Wheat Ridge a ballot question authorizing a one percent (1.0%) sales and use tax dedicated to funding voter-approved capital improvements. Title and issue read into the record by Councilmember Wood Mayor Stites opened the public hearing Staff Presentation: City Manager Patrick Goff presented the staff report. He summarized that existing city revenues are insufficient to address major capital needs over the next decade. The proposed 1% sales and use tax, effective January 1, 2027, is estimated to generate approximately $11,700,000 in its ﬁrst full ﬁscal year and support approximately $236,000,000 in total capital funding over ten years through phased ﬁnancing. Proposed investments include street and infrastructure maintenance, bicycle and pedestrian safety improvements, preservation of community spaces at Wilmore Davis and Color Strand, replacement of the Anderson Park outdoor pool, and modern police and city services facilities. Statistically valid polling conducted by Magellan Strategies showed strong support, with support increasing when additional detail was provided to respondents. No public comment Council Discussion: Mayor Pro Tem Hultin noted that polling showed support actually decreased when respondents were offered a lower tax rate covering fewer projects, indicating community alignment with the full investment scope. Councilmember Wood thanked residents who participated in surveys and engagement events, as well as city staff for the quality of information provided. Councilmember Quinn acknowledged the council's deliberate approach and highlighted that, as a sales tax, non-residents who visit Wheat Ridge would also Page 7 of 13 contribute. Councilmember Okada expressed appreciation for the depth of investigation into resident priorities and the phased ﬁnancial analysis. Councilmember Ohm echoed thanks to the community and staff, recognizing the importance of addressing the infrastructure needs that have accumulated over time. City Attorney Gerald Dahl was asked to clarify the city's obligations under Colorado's Campaign Reform Act once the ballot question is set. Attorney Dahl explained that upon passage of the ordinance, the city may not spend any city funds or in-kind services to advocate for or against the measure. Council members may pass a resolution of support by statute, and individual council members retain their personal rights as community members to support or oppose the measure. He encouraged council members to contact him directly with any questions about permissible activities during the campaign period. Motion by Councilmember Wood: I move to approve Council Bill No. 16-2026, an ordinance giving notice of and calling a special election to be held on November 3, 2026, and submitting a ballot question concerning an increase in the City sales and use tax of one percent for community capital improvements on second reading and that it take effect immediately. Seconded by Councilmember Ohm. Vote: 8-0, Motion Carried. ORDINANCES ON FIRST READING 2. Title: Council Bill No. 17-2026, An ordinance approving the sale of future City- owned real property and in connection therewith, authorizing the execution of a purchase and sale and other related agreements with Spectra Centers Issue: The purpose of this action is to request City Council approval of the sale of approximately 4.5 acres of the former Wilmore Davis Elementary School property, including the existing school building, to Spectra Centers. The proposed sale is part of a public-private partnership through which the City intends to acquire the entire school property from Jefferson County Public Schools, retain approximately 2.5 acres for permanent park and recreation use, and convey the building and remaining area to Spectra Centers for reuse as a special education facility school. Approval of this ordinance will authorize execution of the Purchase and Sale Agreement between the City and Spectra Centers and related closing documents. Title and issue read into the record by Mayor Pro Tem Hultin Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Hultin: I move to approve Council Bill No. 17-2026, an Page 8 of 13 ordinance approving the sale of future city owned real property and in connection therewith authorizing execution of a purchase and sale agreement and related agreements with Spectra Centers for the approximately 4.5 acre portion of the former Wilmore Davis elementary school property, ordered published and a public hearing set for September 14, 2026 in City Council Chambers. Seconded by Councilmember Okada Vote: 8-0, Motion Carried. DECISIONS, RESOLUTIONS, AND MOTIONS 2. Title: Motion to approve appointments to Boards, Commissions, and Committees Issue: There are currently four At-Large vacancies to ﬁll on the Sustainable Wheat Ridge Committee. The Mayor recommends At-Large appointments which are ratiﬁed by the City Council. Mayor Stites presented the following at-large appointments to the Wheat Ridge Committee: Abigail Stewart, term to expire March 2, 2028 Noah Juran, term to expire March 2, 2029 Lina Hamilton, term to expire March 2, 2029 Carlisle Bird Mueller, term to expire March 2, 2029 Motion by Councilmember Martell: I move to approve the nominations as presented by Mayor Stites. Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hultin Vote: 8-0, Motion Carried 3. Title: Motion approving naming of The Green at 38th Community Pavilion in honor of Dominick Breton. Issue: Dominick Breton passed away on June 18, 2026. He was known for bringing people together, strengthening community relationships, and supporting key civic and business organizations such as the Chamber and the Grange. Mayor Korey Stites proposed naming the community pavilion at The Green at 38th the “Dominick Breton Community Pavilion.” Naming the pavilion in his honor reﬂects the values of the City’s naming policy and acknowledges the lasting legacy he left within Wheat Ridge. Title and issue read into the record by council member Quinn Staff Presentation: Parks and Recreation Director Karen Okada conﬁrmed that the naming met the requirements of the 2009 Parks Naming Policy, including a Page 9 of 13 two-thirds aﬃrmative vote of the Parks and Recreation Commission on August 19, 2026. Councilmember Quinn, as liaison to the Parks and Recreation Commission, relayed that discussion centered on making the recognition more meaningful than a standard wall plaque. A suggestion emerged to use a large boulder-style feature with a bench and detailed plaque describing Breton's history and contributions. Councilmember Martel expressed support for including both a pavilion sign and a more detailed commemorative plaque. City Manager Goff noted that staff would draft options and return to commission or council for feedback, acknowledging space limitations on a physical plaque. Motion by Councilmember Quinn: I move to approve the naming of The Green at 38th Community Pavilion in honor of Dominick Breton. Seconded by Councilmember Larson Vote: 8-0, Motion Carried 4. Title: Resolution No. 39-2026, A resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with Jefferson County and authorizing the Mayor to execute a grant agreement with Jefferson County Parks and Open Space for improvements to the Route 32 bus stop at West 32nd Avenue and Kipling Street Issue: The City of Wheat Ridge has been working with RTD to restore bus service along W. 32nd Avenue, including service to Wheat Ridge High School. To support this effort, several existing bus stops between Wadsworth Boulevard and Youngﬁeld Street must be upgraded to meet current accessibility standards. The most complex of these is the bus stop at the southeast corner of West 32nd Avenue and Kipling Street, adjacent to Crown Hill Park, which straddles the border between Wheat Ridge and Jefferson County. This resolution approves agreements for cost-sharing and allows the City to construct and maintain an accessible path and boarding area for the RTD bus stop. Title and issue read into the record by Councilmember Snell Staff Presentation/ Council Discussion: City Manager Goff credited staff, particularly Lauren Mikulak, for their multi-year effort to restore Route 32 bus service to western Wheat Ridge. Mikulak reported that the RTD Board had approved extending Route 32 from Wadsworth Boulevard to Clear Creek Crossing in late September 2026. The bus stop at West 32nd and Kipling, which straddles the Wheat Ridge–Jefferson County border, requires a multi-jurisdictional IGA and construction of an accessible path and boarding area. One additional IGA related to the Watrous Ditch Company is anticipated for the following month. Page 10 of 13 Councilmember Larson inquired about the timeline for other bus stop upgrades along 32nd Avenue. Mikulak conﬁrmed those stops are actively being addressed in coordination with RTD. Councilmember Wood asked whether service could begin prior to completion of all stop improvements; Mikulak conﬁrmed RTD committed to opening the line in late September regardless. Mayor Stites raised concern about ridership sustainability given RTD's ﬁnancial constraints. Mikulak noted that RTD has indicated ridership levels will be important for the route's continuation, and that staff will work to promote the route to both origin and destination riders, including the hospital, apartments, and high school. Mayor Pro Tem Hultin noted a recent conversation with the RTD Board president underscoring the importance of local government partnerships and highlighted that youth 19 and under may ride free, directly beneﬁting Wheat Ridge High School students. Councilmember Wood expressed optimism that Clear Creek Crossing's development activity would support strong ridership. Motion by Councilmember Snell: I move to approve Resolution No. 39-2026, a resolution approving an intergovernmental agreement with Jefferson County and authorizing the Mayor to execute the related grant agreement with Jefferson County Parks and Open Space for improvements to the Route 32 bus stop at West 32nd Avenue and Kipling Street. Seconded by Councilmember Martell Vote: 8-0, Motion Carried. 5. Title: Motion awarding a contract to the Farnsworth Group Inc., for designing a replacement outdoor pool in the amount $666,662 Issue: The Anderson Outdoor Pool is nearing the end of its useful life, with signiﬁcant foundational and structural issues necessitating a full replacement. This proposed motion would award the design contract for the replacement pool to the Farnsworth Group, who was selected for the recommended contract following a competitive procurement process. Title and Issue read into the record by Councilmember Larson Staff presentation: Deputy Parks and Recreation Director Brandon Altenburg reported that a competitive procurement process yielded 11 eligible ﬁrms, narrowed to four ﬁnalists. The Farnsworth Group was selected as the preferred vendor. The contract amount is under the budgeted amount for the 2026 design phase. Motion by Councilmember Larson: I move to approve the motion awarding a Page 11 of 13 contract to the Farnsworth Group Incorporated for designing a replacement outdoor pool in the amount of $666,662. Seconded by Councilmember Okada Vote: 8-0, Motion Carried 6. Title: Motion awarding a contract to Wember Inc., for owner’s representative services for the Outdoor Pool Replacement project in the amount of $291,887 Issue: The Anderson Outdoor Pool is nearing the end of its useful life, with signiﬁcant foundational and structural issues necessitating a full replacement. This proposed motion would award an owner’s representative contract for the replacement pool to Wember Inc., who was selected for the recommended contract following a competitive procurement process. Title & Issue read into the record by Councilmember Okada Staff Presentation: Deputy Director Altenburg reported that four ﬁrms submitted bids and Wember Inc. was selected as the preferred vendor. He noted this contract covers the full project lifecycle, from design through construction, serving as the city's agent throughout the entire process. Council Discussion: Councilmember Quinn asked about contract duration. Altenburg clariﬁed that the design phase is estimated at 10 to 14 months; the owner's representative contract is structured as a not-to-exceed amount covering the full project regardless of duration, with construction anticipated in 2027 or 2028. Councilmember Larson asked about the owner's representative's role in protecting the city from delays or disputes. Altenburg conﬁrmed the ﬁrm would proactively work to avoid such issues and could support the city in taking action against a contractor if a major problem arose. He noted the contract is set up as not-to-exceed, though out-of-scope circumstances could result in a cost increase. Mayor Pro Tem Hultin asked about the threshold for engaging an owner's representative. City Manager Goff noted that project complexity rather than a speciﬁc dollar amount drives the decision, citing Prospect Park and The Green as prior examples. Motion by Councilmember Okada: I move to approve awarding a contract to Wember Incorporated for owner's representative services for the outdoor pool replacement project in the amount of $291,887. Seconded by Councilmember Ohm Vote: 8-0, Motion Carried. Page 12 of 13 7. Title: Resolution No. 40-2026, A resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Wheat Ridge and the Colorado Department of Transportation for the construction of the 44th Avenue Pedestrian Hawk Signals project Issue: In 2026, the City was awarded funding through the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) to construct two HAWK signals at 44th Avenue and Miller Street, and 44th Avenue and Lamar Street. The funding includes federal funds only. Title and Issue read into the record by Councilmember Ohm Staff Presentation: Public Works Director Kent Kisselman reported that the city was awarded federal funding through CDOT to construct HAWK signals at 44th Avenue and Miller Street and 44th Avenue and Lamar Street. The city's local contribution is $81,401, with $732,805 in federal funding. The design is currently underway by Olson, included as part of the 2J sidewalk gap project. Construction is anticipated in 2027. The existing Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacons (RRFBs) at both locations will be removed and repurposed elsewhere in the city; the new HAWK signals will be installed at mid-block locations. Council Discussion: Mayor Pro Tem Hultin welcomed the upgrade, noting that RRFB placements on four-lane roads have created dangerous conditions, including an incident in which a student was struck. She urged staff to carefully consider placement of repurposed RRFBs, recommending two-lane or two-lane- with-center-turn-lane conﬁgurations. Kisselman conﬁrmed the HAWK signals will function like standard traﬃc signals, activated by a pedestrian push button, and will include a mast arm over the roadway, stop bars, and full ADA ramps. Councilmember Larson noted the total project cost of approximately $814,000 for two signals appeared high, and Kisselman explained that a typical mast arm and signal is estimated at approximately $250,000 per unit, with additional costs for pedestrian activation, ADA ramps, and other components making the total reasonable. Councilmember Ohm expressed strong support, recounting a personal experience at a similar RRFB crossing where a motorist used the center lane to pass stopped traﬃc while pedestrians were crossing. Motion by Councilmember Ohm: I move to approve Resolution No. 40-2026, a resolution approving an intergovernmental agreement between the City of Wheat Ridge and the Colorado Department of Transportation for the construction of the 44th Avenue Pedestrian Hawk Signals project. Page 13 of 13 Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hultin Vote: 8-0, Motion Carried ADJOURN TO SPECIAL STUDY SESSION There being no further business to come before Council, Mayor Stites adjourned the August 24, 2026, City Council meeting at 8:07 p.m., and Council convened the Special Study Session immediately thereafter. _________________________________________________ Rachel Hultin, Mayor Pro Tem __________________________________________________ Lucy Spalenka, Deputy City Clerk