City Council votes to add emergency agenda item amid meeting

The Solvang City Council convened on March 24, 2025, to address several key agenda items, including the addition of an emergency item to the meeting's agenda.

The meeting began with a roll call, confirming the presence of all council members, including Mayor Pro Tem Claudia Arona and Mayor Brown. Following the roll call, Cole Phillips led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.

A significant point of discussion arose when the council proposed adding an emergency agenda item, labeled as item 8E. City Attorney Michael clarified that the council needed to vote to include this item due to its urgent nature, which emerged after the agenda was initially posted. The council unanimously agreed to add the item, with a motion and seconded vote confirming its placement between the third and fourth agenda items.

This decision reflects the council's commitment to addressing pressing issues as they arise, ensuring that the needs of the community are met in a timely manner. The meeting continued with the newly added item scheduled for discussion after public comments and before the City Manager's report.