Meeting Summary
Present: 7-Mangone, 1-Campos, 3-Schumacher, 6-Duran, 5-McReynolds, 2-Halter, 4-Sanchez-Palacios
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At a glance
Special Presentations and Announcements
- The meeting was adjourned in memory of Nancy O’Connor, a former Parks Manager and Director.
- September 2026 was proclaimed as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
- The Council recognized local organizations supporting families affected by childhood cancer.
Council Communications
- Members announced upcoming community events, including the Pierpont Bay Community Council meeting and various cultural fundraisers.
- The Mayor acknowledged staff and volunteers for the recent State of the City event.
- The Mayor addressed recent anti-Semitic messages at a local school, reaffirming the community’s stance against such actions.
City Manager Communications
- Residents were encouraged to participate in the Coastal Cleanup Day event on September 19.
- Applications for the Spanish Community Emergency Response Team program are being accepted until September 30.
- The next regular City Council meetings are scheduled for September 22 and October 6.
Public Communications
- Speakers addressed issues including historic right-of-way license agreements, inoperable fire hydrants, and ICE detention statistics.
- One speaker presented economic analysis attributing Main Street revenue declines to broader consumer trends rather than parking changes.
- Other speakers raised concerns regarding rent control, land use, and the appointment of a Climate Committee.
- The City Manager confirmed that staff is working on solutions for right-of-way agreements and that reported fire hydrants are functional.
Consent Agenda
- The Council approved nine consent items, including an amendment to send a letter to the Fair Board regarding the data center MOU.
- The letter will be sent to the Fair Board President and CEO, potentially including state and congressional representatives.
- The City Attorney clarified that a data center moratorium discussion is scheduled for early 2027 after further analysis.
Item 4: Appointments
- The Council approved the reappointment of Anthony Rainey to the Ventura Port District Board of Port Commissioners.
- Eileen Shaw and Lynette Haley were appointed to the Parking Advisory Committee.
- Lara Schellenberger was reappointed and Natalie Roberts was appointed to the Water Commission.
Item 10: Pro-Housing Designation Application
- Staff presented the application for the California HCD Pro-Housing Designation, which offers priority scoring for state grants.
- The City currently holds 75 points toward the designation, exceeding the 30-point minimum requirement.
- The designation involves a three-year performance period to implement housing policies, most of which are already mandated.
- The Council approved staff’s recommendation to proceed with the application.
Item 11: Use of Contingency Funds for Project WW22-1215
- Staff reported an unexpected buildup of iron bacteria in dewatering wells requiring maintenance during construction.
- Estimated costs for cleaning and maintenance over two years range from $500,000 to $1 million.
- These costs will be drawn from the $7.9 million in previously approved contingency funds.
- The project is expected to be finished by the end of 2029 or early 2030.
Item 12: Parklet License Agreement Amendment
- Staff recommended extending the standard parklet license term from one year to three years to support business investment.
- The amendment also clarifies revocation language to preserve the City’s ability to recapture right-of-way for utility repairs.
- Public Works confirmed that utility companies hold franchise agreements that supersede standard permitting for emergency work.
- The Council approved the staff recommendation to amend the license agreement.
Item 13: Construction Contract for Pipeline Removal
- The Council approved a construction agreement with Peter Lapidus Construction Incorporated for the Ventura River Intake Structure Project.
- The low bid of $1,689,761 is 19% below the engineer’s estimate, with a total requested action of $2,267,791.
- The project is funded in part by a $2.3 million state grant with a final drawdown deadline of January 2027.
- Finance staff noted that remaining project costs are in the Capital Improvement Plan and tied to water source litigation.
Item 14: Ordinance Authorizing Attorney’s Fees in Nuisance Abatement Actions
- The proposed ordinance allows the City to recover attorney’s fees in litigation brought to abate nuisances.
- Staff noted this is a common practice in many California cities and provides a cost-saving mechanism.
- The City Attorney clarified that this is a last resort for ongoing violations not remedied by other means.
- The Council approved the adoption of the ordinance and its CEQA exemption.
Item 15: Update on Matrix Report, Adopted City Council Policies, and 2023-2024 Grand Jury Report
- Staff reported that all Grand Jury recommendations have been completed, including electronic applications for 46 application types.
- Approximately 82% of Council policy considerations are complete, with instant permit types increasing from 9 to 16.
- An interim zoning code update is anticipated for early 2027 to align with the General Plan.
- A larger comprehensive municipal code update is expected to be a two-year process following the interim update.
Items for Future Agendas
- The Council clarified that the upcoming data center item is intended to be an ordinance to ban data centers in the City of Ventura.
- Staff confirmed they will bring the conversation to the Council in early 2027.
Closed Session
- The Council took up all four items on the closed session agenda.
- There was no reportable action from the closed session.
Full summary
Opening and Roll Call
- The City Clerk called the regular session to order and conducted roll call. Seven members were present, establishing a quorum. Council Member Schumacher led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Special Presentations and Announcements
- In Memoriam: The meeting was adjourned in memory of Nancy O’Connor, a former Parks Manager and Parks and Recreation Director for the City of Ventura.
- Proclamation: September 2026 was proclaimed as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The City Council recognized Kids Cancer Connection and other local organizations supporting families affected by childhood cancer.
Closed Session Report
- A report was given stating that the Council took up all four items on the closed session agenda and there was no reportable action.
Council Communications
- Mangonet: Announced the Pierpont Bay Community Council monthly meeting scheduled for September 17 at 7 p.m. at the Ventura Crown Credit Union, with a Zoom option available.
- Campos: Announced several community events:
- Westside Community Council comedy show fundraiser on October 27 at the Rubicon.
- Free event at the Museum of Ventura County on October 4 regarding Indigenous solidarities and legacies.
- Filipino American Fiesta at the Museum of Ventura County on October 18.
- California Coastal Cleanup Day on September 19 at Crooked Palm Road.
- Love Ventura cleanup event on October 3.
- Schumacher: Expressed gratitude to staff, community partners, and attendees for the recent State of the City event.
- McReynolds: Mentioned attendance at the Museum of Ventura County’s “Taste of History” event and upcoming attendance at the State of the City and the FedUp FoodShare fundraiser.
- Duran: Reminded the public of the Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee meeting scheduled for the following day at 3 p.m.
- Mayor Sanchez-Palacios: Acknowledged staff and volunteers for the State of the City event, noted the start of Latino Heritage Month (September 15–October 15), and addressed recent anti-Semitic messages at Temple Beth Torah School, reaffirming the community’s stance against such actions.
City Manager Communications
- Coastal Cleanup Day: Encouraged residents to participate in the event on September 19 from 9 a.m. to noon at the promenade and Marina Park Beach area.
- Community Emergency Response Team (CERT): Noted that applications are still being accepted for the Spanish program beginning September 30.
- Upcoming Meetings: Listed the next City Council meetings as September 22 and October 6.
Public Communications
- Five speakers addressed the Council on non-agenda items: 1. Rose Rabinoff: Requested consideration for variances or vacating portions of historic public right-of-way license agreements for long-standing properties that do not encroach on current utility or sidewalk needs, citing the burden of fees and insurance requirements on property sales. 2. Judy Hauer: Reported that fire hydrants on her street and an adjacent street have been covered in plastic bags and are inoperable, raising concerns in a fire-prone area. She also urged the city to reduce natural gas usage to mitigate health risks. 3. Linda Jones (805 UndocuFund): Shared statistics on ICE detentions in Ventura and Ventura County since January 15, 2025, and thanked the city for its support. 4. Richard Neve: Presented economic analysis suggesting that revenue declines in the Main Street Moves area are due to broader consumer behavior trends and economic factors (affordability crisis, unemployment) rather than the loss of parking or vehicular traffic. 5. Is Josiah and Student: Performed a brief musical piece and shared personal reflections on community and education. 6. Philip Fields: Raised concerns regarding rent control, eviction protections, land use for indigenous communities, the bioreactor filter project, and the appointment of a Climate Committee. He also questioned the direct election of the mayor.
City Manager Response to Public Comment
- The City Manager stated that staff is aware of the concerns regarding public right-of-way license agreements and is working on a solution. Regarding the fire hydrants, the City Manager confirmed that the covered hydrants are undergoing testing but are functional.
Consent Agenda
- The Council considered nine consent items.
- Discussion: Council Member Campos noted that the Fairgrounds Board had voted in a divided majority not to continue the MOU with the data center company and recommended that the Council proceed with sending a letter to the Fair Board (Item 6).
- Public Comment on Consent Items: Thirteen speakers commented, primarily on Item 6 (Data Center MOU/Letter).
- Judy Hauer: Expressed concern over high outside legal costs.
- Mary Olson: Commended the Council for critically reviewing the data center proposal.
- Philip Fields: Opposed data centers, citing water usage, environmental impact, and privacy concerns. He urged the Council to pass legislation banning data centers.
- Susan Mulligan (Indivisible Ventura): Supported sending the letter but urged a city-wide ban on data centers to protect water rates, noting that current policies subsidize infrastructure costs for new demands.
- Philip Fields (Second appearance): Urged the passage of legislation banning AI data centers, citing economic devastation to local businesses and quality of life.
- Linda Jones: Reported on the Fair Board’s decision to stop the proposal and urged the Council to enact a ban on data centers within city boundaries.
- Susan Mulligan (Second appearance): Urged a ban on data centers to protect local agriculture from wastewater pollution and aquifer contamination.
- Christy Weir: Reported on the Fair Board meeting, noting that state officials had encouraged private negotiations with the data center company. She suggested the Council contact state legislators to investigate potential collusion.
- Chris Bustina-Haldane: Encouraged the Council to listen to community concerns and consider a ban on data centers.
- Jonathan Rinoj: Urged the Council to enact a moratorium or ban on data centers to protect the environment and community resources.
- Jeff Miller: Expressed fear regarding AI and data centers, citing privacy, environmental toxicity, and energy consumption.
- Bert Handy: Detailed concerns about grid stability, water pollution (PFAS/heavy metals), heat islands, and low-frequency noise from data centers.
- Is Josiah and Student: Performed a song opposing the data center project.
- Tomas Morales Rebecki (Food and Water Watch): Urged the Council to enact a moratorium on data centers, citing similar actions in other California counties and cities, and the need for community protection from speculative industry.
- Council Discussion: Council Member Schumacher asked the City Attorney to confirm the status of the data center moratorium. The City Attorney clarified that the current item is only about sending a letter to the Fair Board, and a moratorium discussion is scheduled for early 2027 after further analysis. The Mayor suggested including state and congressional representatives in the letter.
- Motion: Deputy Mayor Halter moved to approve consent items one through nine, with the amendment to Item 6 to send the letter to the Fair Board President and CEO, and potentially other representatives.
- Vote: The motion was seconded. The Council voted unanimously in favor. The consent agenda items, including the amended Item 6, passed.
Item 4: Appointments
- Deputy Mayor Halter presented recommendations from the Appointments Committee for new members to various committees and commissions:
- Reappointment of Anthony Rainey to the Ventura Port District Board of Port Commissioners (term ending June 30, 2030).
- Appointment of Eileen Shaw and Lynette Haley to the Parking Advisory Committee (term ending September 10, 2028).
- Reappointment of Lara Schellenberger and appointment of Natalie Roberts to the Water Commission (term ending June 30, 2028).
- Appointees present were invited to stand for a photo and receive certificates.
Item 10: Pro-Housing Designation Application
- Staff presented an overview of the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) Pro-Housing Designation program. The program recognizes jurisdictions that implement housing policies to accelerate production and reduce barriers. Benefits include priority scoring for state housing and infrastructure grants, access to exclusive Pro-Housing Incentive Program grants, and eligibility for specific grants such as the State Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention (HAP) Round 7. Staff noted that the City of Ventura currently holds 75 points toward the designation, exceeding the 30-point minimum requirement. The application process involves a three-year performance period during which the city must implement proposed zoning policies, most of which are already mandated by the city’s housing element. Staff detailed the public outreach strategy, which included a 30-day public notice period, digital flyers, social media engagement, and presentations to the Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee and the Planning Commission. Eleven written public comments were received: seven in favor and four opposed.
- Council members asked questions regarding the streamlined processes, the three-year expiration date, housing inventory quotas, and the ability to withdraw from the designation. Staff clarified that there are no specific housing inventory quotas beyond existing housing element requirements, and while withdrawal is possible, it is typically the result of failing to meet program requirements. Staff also provided information on grant outcomes for neighboring jurisdictions, noting that the City of Santa Barbara received a $1 million grant from the Pro-Housing Incentive Program in August 2026.
- Public comment was heard from three speakers. One speaker supported the designation, citing the city’s existing pro-housing actions and the potential for accessing state funding. Another speaker expressed concerns regarding housing authority transparency, accountability, and the exclusion of certain income levels from affordable housing definitions. A third speaker raised concerns about the impact of state-mandated projects on low-income residents, specifically regarding parking and transportation access for a proposed affordable housing project on Alameda Street.
- Council Member Duran moved to approve staff’s recommendation. Council Member Schumacher seconded the motion. The motion passed with seven ayes.
Item 11: Use of Contingency Funds for Project WW22-1215 (Membrane Bioreactor Ultraviolet Light Disinfection Project)
- Ventura Water staff provided an informational update on the use of contingency funds for the Membrane Bioreactor Project. During the construction of basins, staff identified an unexpected buildup of iron bacteria in the dewatering wells, which requires regular cleaning to maintain pumping efficiency. Staff estimated the cost of the necessary maintenance and cleaning over the approximately two-year dewatering period to be between $500,000 and $1 million. This cost will be drawn from the $7.9 million in contingency funds previously approved for the project. Staff clarified that dewatering is required only during the construction phase and will cease once the basins are complete. The project is expected to be finished by the end of 2029 or early 2030.
- Council members asked questions regarding the impact of the dewatering timeline on project completion, the nature of the bacteria, and the cleaning process. Staff explained that the bacteria are naturally occurring in the aquifer and are exacerbated by the dewatering process. The cleaning involves air scouring, brushing, and chlorination. Staff confirmed that approximately $6.4 million in contingency funds remains for the project.
- Public comment was heard from two speakers. One speaker raised concerns regarding water quality, specifically the presence of PFAs and bacteria, and questioned the efficacy of the proposed treatment methods. Another speaker expressed uncertainty about the safety of the membrane bioreactor technology and requested further scientific testing.
- No motion was required for this informational item. The item was closed.
Item 12: Parklet License Agreement Amendment
- Public Works staff presented recommended amendments to the Downtown Parklet License Agreement. The two primary changes are extending the standard license term from one year to three years and clarifying the revocation language to preserve the City’s ability to recapture the right-of-way when necessary. Staff explained that the one-year term was initially set to align with the fiscal year but has been identified by business owners as insufficient to justify the substantial investment required for permitting and construction. The three-year term provides greater stability for businesses, while the clarified revocation language ensures the City can access the right-of-way for utility repairs, such as water main breaks or electrical issues.
- Council members asked questions regarding the definition of managing the right-of-way. Staff explained that the right-of-way is city-owned property used for transportation and utilities, and the City must retain the ability to access it for emergency repairs and infrastructure maintenance.
- Public comment was heard from multiple speakers. Several speakers, representing individual businesses and a group of 21 downtown businesses, supported the three-year term, stating that it provides the necessary security for businesses to make significant investments in parklets.
- Aaron Duncan (Fluid State Beer Garden): Supported extending the parklet agreement language from less than one year to three years, citing the need for assurance regarding capital investments in downtown Ventura. He noted that the majority of locals and tourists support the pedestrian-only Main Street and requested that the Council extend the agreement to allow businesses to build parklets.
- Debbie Fox: Asked for clarification on the removal timeline for parklets in the event of utility emergencies (gas, water, sewer, or electrical breaks) and requested a map of parklets allowed to remain if the street is reopened. She emphasized the need for clarity before businesses invest in parklets.
- Philip Fields: Argued that the decision to close Main Street to traffic was a prior citizen decision that should stand, citing legal principles regarding finality. He stated that efforts to redefine the matter through City Hall were a waste of time and that the closure supports local businesses and community life.
- Council Discussion:
- Council Member Manganay asked about the timeline for removing parklets during emergencies. Public Works Director Charlie Ebeling stated that removal would be immediate in emergency situations to restore service.
- Council Member Manganay asked who pays for removal and reinstallation. Ebeling clarified that the applicant or owner of the parklet would bear the cost of removal and reinstallation.
- Council Member Manganay asked how a three-year license agreement affects the January resolution closing Main Street. The City Attorney explained that the license agreement is revocable. If the Council were to reopen the street, Public Works would determine what needs to be removed, distinguishing between fortified and non-fortified parklets. The City Attorney noted that the Council could establish a removal timeline that might not be immediate.
- Council Member Manganay asked for the current number of parklet applications. Community Development staff reported three current applications: one for Lure (outside the closure area, existing fortified parklet), one combined application for Cocina and Rory’s Ice Cream (proposed fortified parklet), and one for Fluid State (proposed non-fortified parklet).
- Council Member Duran asked why the City is subsidizing private use of the public right-of-way, noting the report identified roughly 70–80% subsidies on upfront fees. Community Development staff explained that subsidized rates were adopted in September to support the transition into compliant parklets as part of the Main Street Moves Program.
- Council Member Duran asked if annual verification of insurance, fee collection, and inspections would continue under a three-year agreement. Staff confirmed that these items would still be tracked and verified, though insurance verification might not always coincide with an annual timeline.
- Deputy Mayor Halter asked how many parklets had been removed due to utility emergencies in the past six years. Ebeling stated he was unaware of any such removals. Halter expressed concern about the revocable nature of the license versus merchant needs.
- Ebeling explained that utility companies hold franchise agreements with the City, granting them exclusive rights to use the right-of-way for necessary work, which supersedes standard permitting. He noted that the City works closely with utilities but they have overarching authority under these long-standing agreements.
- Council Member McReynolds confirmed that utilities are chartered through the California Public Utilities Commission and that emergency removal is covered under Section 6-3 of the agreement, requiring no notice.
- Council Member McReynolds asked if a map of parklet impacts under daylighting laws was available. Staff confirmed a map was published in September but not currently online; they offered to make it available.
- Motion and Vote:
- A motion was made to approve the staff recommendation.
- The motion was seconded.
- Vote Outcome: Passed (6 ayes, 1 no).
Item 13: Construction Contract for Pipeline Removal and Professional Services Agreement
- Public Works Director Charlie Ebeling and Principal Civil Engineer Greg Knutson presented the recommended construction agreement for pipeline removal on the Ventura River Intake Structure Project and a supporting consultant agreement with Kennedy Jenks Consultants, Inc.
- The project involves removing exposed pipeline and constructing a new intake pump station outside the river. The project received a $2.3 million grant from the State 2022 Urban Community Drought Relief Program, with a final drawdown deadline of January 2027.
- Two bids were received. Peter Lapidus Construction Incorporated submitted the low bid of $1,689,761, which is 19% below the engineer’s estimate of $2,074,141.
- The total requested action is $2,267,791, including construction, contingency, design support, and biological monitoring.
- The recommendation includes waiving minor bid irregularities and authorizing the City Manager to execute the construction agreement with Peter Lapidus Construction Incorporated and the professional services agreement with Kennedy Jenks Consultants, Inc.
- Council Discussion:
- Council Member McReynolds asked about the funding source for the remaining $9.2 million of the total $13 million project, noting it was not yet identified in the staff report.
- Finance staff explained that the overall project is in the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), with some costs in the current rate cycle and future phases in the next cycle. They plan to pursue additional grant funding and evaluate costs in the next cost-of-service evaluation.
- Council Member McReynolds asked what happens if the project is not completed. Finance staff stated the project is tied to the physical solution in the Ventura River litigation and is vital for continuing access to the water source.
- Public Comment:
- Philip Fields questioned the certainty of the funding, referencing the City’s financial status and the potential for financial unsoundness if the project proceeds without clear funding. He expressed skepticism about relying on grants or bonds and urged caution.
- Motion and Vote:
- Council Member McReynolds moved to approve the staff recommendation.
- The motion was seconded.
- Vote Outcome: Passed (7 ayes).
Item 14: Ordinance Authorizing Attorney’s Fees in Nuisance Abatement Actions
- Assistant City Attorney Chris de la Vega presented a proposed amendment to the Municipal Code to allow for the recovery of attorney’s fees in litigation brought by the City to abate a nuisance.
- The ordinance would declare all violations of the Municipal Code as nuisances subject to abatement procedures and provide for the recovery of attorney’s fees and costs by the prevailing party in City-initiated nuisance abatement litigation.
- Staff noted this is a common practice in many California cities and would provide a cost-saving mechanism for the City.
- The recommendation is to adopt the ordinance and find it exempt from CEQA.
- Public Comment:
- Philip Fields asked if the ordinance would cover noise from motorcycles and cars, expressing concern about hearing damage and safety for pedestrians, particularly those with disabilities. He questioned the effectiveness of the ordinance and suggested it might need "more teeth."
- Spencer Norrin asked for specific examples of nuisances that have prompted this ordinance and the amount of fees the City has lost.
- Council Discussion:
- Deputy Mayor Halter asked if all Municipal Code violations, including minor ones like hot water heater issues, would be considered nuisances. The City Attorney clarified that this is a last resort for ongoing violations not remedied by other means, and parties would be notified before litigation.
- Council Member Schumacher asked if this is a regular practice in other jurisdictions. The City Attorney confirmed it is common in many cities.
- Council Member Duran asked for an example of lost fees. The City Attorney stated there is no specific example off the top of their head but noted it applies when the City is forced to litigate against recalcitrant violators.
- Council Member McReynolds complimented the City Attorney’s staff for bringing forward the measure to improve fiscal discipline and recover costs.
- Motion and Vote:
- Council Member McReynolds moved to accept the staff recommendation.
- The motion was seconded.
- Vote Outcome: Passed (7 ayes).
Item 15: Update on Matrix Report, Adopted City Council Policies, and 2023-2024 Grand Jury Report
- Interim Community Development Director Maruja Clancy and Chief Building Official Tim Fisk provided an update on progress regarding three guiding documents: the 2019 Matrix Consulting Report, the 2023-2024 Grand Jury Report, and adopted Council policy considerations from May 2024.
- Staff reported that all Grand Jury recommendations have been completed, including the development of a decision-maker authority matrix and the implementation of electronic applications for 46 application types.
- Regarding the Matrix Report, three items are ongoing: objective design guidelines, the Local Coastal Program update, and a comprehensive checklist/decision engine project. Six items have been completed since the last update, including a fee estimator and a centralized development review webpage.
- Council policy considerations are approximately 82% complete. Instant permit types have increased from 9 to 16, with roughly 32% of permits issued this year processed instantly. A "Decision Engine" tool has been launched to assist applicants.
- An interim zoning code update is anticipated for early 2027 to align with the General Plan, followed by a larger comprehensive municipal code update.
- Council Discussion:
- Deputy Mayor Halter praised the progress, particularly the 32% instant permit rate, and noted the importance of maintaining personal touch in service delivery.
- Council Member Hauer congratulated staff on the long-term effort to accomplish these goals.
- Council Member Schumacher asked about the timeline for completing Matrix items and the interim zoning ordinance update. Staff confirmed there is no set timeline in the report but they are actively working on it. The interim zoning update is targeted for early 2027, with workshops planned for January. A larger municipal code update is expected to be a two-year process thereafter.
- Council Member Duran thanked staff for the hard work and high completion rates.
- Public Comment:
- Philip Fields raised concerns about accessibility for disabled residents, citing lack of sidewalks and evacuation plans for wheelchairs in emergencies. He requested the Council appoint a committee to address these issues.
- Spencer Norrin thanked staff for their long-term work and suggested that faster, outsourced permitting processes might justify lower fees. He also advocated for tax incentives for maintaining mature trees.
- Action:
- No motion was required. The item was for information only.
Items for Future Agendas
- Data Center Ban:
- Council Member Campos clarified that the item previously referred to as a "moratorium" on data centers is intended to be an ordinance to ban data centers in the City of Ventura. Staff confirmed they will bring the conversation to the Council in early 2027.
Public Comment
- A member of the public addressed the council regarding two topics. First, they invited attendees to a high school football game between Beene and Ventura at Buena High School, noting the installation of new turf. Second, they discussed the Johnson v. City of Ventura court case, which was extended to a later date. The speaker noted that the city had retained an outside attorney from Orange County and that both parties had proposed Brown Act experts as witnesses, though the judge suggested foregoing such experts. The speaker expressed the view that the city should rely on its existing staff, specifically the City Attorney, rather than hiring outside consultants or additional legal counsel.
Adjournment
- The City Clerk concluded public comment and moved to adjourn the meeting. The clerk stated that the meeting was being adjourned in memory of Nancy O’Connor and in remembrance of those who died in the September 11 attacks. The clerk announced that the next regular meeting would be held on Tuesday, September 22nd. The meeting was adjourned.