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Remote voting by commissioner on military duty

Commissioner Simmons returned from six months of military duty and participated by video. Residents questioned whether that was proper; the city attorney and city manager confirmed state law and city ordinance allow it, and the re-enacted votes resolved any doubt.

2 mentionsLast discussed Oct 6, 2026

LowTaxes Budget

State-mandated elevator upgrades

A contract amendment with Elevator Service, LLC would cover state-mandated elevator upgrades, up to $80,500, plus a proposed bump in the Verona valves contract contingency from 10% to 15%.

1 mentionLast discussed Aug 11, 2026

LowTaxes Budget

Property tax uncapping after home purchases

A resident urged realtors to better educate new homeowners that a purchase 'uncaps' taxable value, which can bring a big tax increase.

2 mentionsLast discussed Jul 21, 2026