Former Mayor Williams praises CPS home assessment program at Universal City Council meeting

The Universal City Council meeting on August 19, 2025, commenced with a call to order by the mayor, followed by a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. The meeting featured a notable address from former Mayor John Williams, who praised the City Public Service (CPS) program known as the home assessment initiative. Williams shared his positive experience with the program, highlighting improvements made to his home, including the replacement of outdated lighting and the provision of additional resources like surge protectors and HVAC inspections. He urged residents to disregard negative rumors about the program, emphasizing its benefits to the community.

Following the citizen comments, the council moved to staff reports, where the city manager indicated there were no updates to share. The meeting then transitioned to a public hearing regarding the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2025-2026. Although no citizens signed up to speak during this segment, the mayor opened the public hearing to ensure community members had the opportunity to engage with the budget discussions.

The meeting underscored the council's commitment to transparency and community involvement, particularly regarding local services and fiscal planning. Further discussions on the budget are expected as the council continues to seek input from residents.