John McCann

Police labor negotiations with firefighters union (NS-IAFF)

Any labor agreement could affect the city budget, but terms were not disclosed.

Draft 2026–2031 Strategic Plan

The plan will guide how the city prioritizes spending over the next five years, but no funds were committed.

Proclamations and special orders policy

City finances: FY 2025-26 fourth quarter

Property tax underperformed by $3.9 million; sales tax exceeded by $1.2 million; FY 2028 budget faces a shortfall from one-time fixes.

Development and construction fee increases

Fee revenue funds building and planning services; specific amounts were in the staff report.

June 2, 2026 primary election

Saves the cost of running an uncontested election race.

District-Based Board and Commission Seats

Minimal direct cost; affects resident representation on city advisory bodies.

FY 2026-27 Open Space Maintenance District Assessments

Homeowners in affected districts pay annual assessments, some over $500, for fiscal year 2026-27.

Control of Signature and Civic Events

Public Works Position Title Change

Delinquent Sewer and Trash Bills Become Property Liens

Delinquent utility balances shift onto property tax bills, adding costs for affected property owners.

Open Space District Assessments for FY 2026-27

Assessments fund landscape and open space maintenance; specific amounts were not stated in the minutes.

FY 2026-27 City Budget Adoption

Sets the entire city spending plan for the fiscal year starting July 2026.

Charter Reform Ballot Measure Proposal

A full-time mayor and council could change compensation structures for elected officials.

Renaming Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day

The change shifts a paid holiday for city employees but doesn't add or remove one, so costs are minimal.

Police Pay and Staffing

Budget amendments were adopted to fund the wage increases and added positions; specific totals weren't stated in the minutes.

Executive appointments without open recruitment

Salaries for four executive positions; the cost of filling what critics call a redundant fourth Deputy City Manager slot wasn't disclosed.

City Employee Pay Plan Update

Updated salaries and position counts change the city's personnel budget and carry required budget amendments.

Federal block grant priorities for 2026/27

Federal grant dollars fund services like the Food4Kids program; the $15,000 backpack grant covers 75 students at three schools.