The Acrima City Council convened on October 1, 2024, with all members present except for DCO. The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by a public comment session allowing 35 minutes for community input.

Steve Hill, chair of the Yakima County Homeless Network, expressed surprise at the council's recent enactment of a \"stay out of drug areas\" policy, stating that no members of his organization were consulted prior to its implementation. He requested a meeting between the council and network members to discuss the matter further.

Tony Sandoval, a resident of District 3, addressed concerns about crime and public defense for indigenous individuals. He suggested that implementing a nominal fee for public defense could deter repeat offenses and emphasized the need for community support in addressing crime.

Another resident, known as Mister Tim, criticized the council for neglecting neighborhood issues and urged them to take action regarding safety concerns related to loose gravel on streets. He expressed frustration over the council's lack of responsiveness and questioned the rationale behind annexing new areas without addressing existing problems.

Gina Hernandez raised concerns about the potential vacating of city streets, advocating for a moratorium on such actions. She suggested that contracts related to city land should include provisions that ensure long-term benefits for the community, particularly in maintaining retail businesses.

The meeting highlighted significant community concerns regarding public safety, homelessness, and city planning, with residents calling for increased engagement and accountability from their elected officials.