In a recent city council meeting, officials discussed the status of an ordinance related to meeting schedules and compliance with state statutes. The council ultimately voted 6 to 1 to take no action on amending the ordinance, as it was determined that the ordinance was not necessary for compliance with state requirements. The council confirmed that they could submit their meeting schedule without needing to amend the ordinance, which is set to be finalized by December 15.

The meeting also included an update on the fiscal year 2023 and 2024 audit process. City staff clarified that the audit for FY 2024, which closed in September, is due in December. Council members expressed their appreciation for the staff's efforts in managing the audit process.

Additionally, the council received a report on short-term rentals in the city. Staff announced the launch of a new online platform for managing short-term rental registrations, which includes a 24/7 hotline for citizen complaints regarding noisy neighbors. Currently, there are 189 identified properties with a total of 535 listings across various platforms. However, it was noted that only about 30% of these properties are currently licensed, indicating that approximately 70% are not in compliance with local regulations. The city has implemented a process for addressing noncompliance, which includes notifying property owners and potentially shutting off water services for those who fail to comply.