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2 issues in public safety with low priority

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Side-by-side vehicle use on city streets

A resident asked the council to consider allowing properly equipped side-by-sides on city streets. Staff noted safety concerns and said golf carts are limited to designated routes; the council took no action.

2 mentionsLast discussed Sep 15, 2026

LowPublic Safety

Public comment time limits

Councilor Lara worried the three-minute guideline is being blown past and meetings could get hijacked; the mayor and others noted cutting speakers off raises free-speech concerns and that the mayor has discretion.

1 mentionLast discussed Jun 2, 2026