The Livingston City Council convened on September 16, 2025, to address various agenda items, including routine approvals and significant discussions regarding city operations and technology.

The meeting commenced with a declaration of any conflicts of interest among council members, with no declarations reported. Following this, the council moved to the consent agenda, which included items deemed routine and noncontroversial. Council members requested the removal of two items—item number 5 and item number 11—for separate discussion. The remaining items were approved collectively through a motion made by Mayor Pro Tem Samra and seconded by Council Member Wallace, passing unanimously with a 5-0 vote.

A notable discussion arose regarding the use of electronic voting within the council. Vice Mayor expressed concerns about the implementation of this system, questioning whether it had been properly approved by the council. Legal clarification was sought, indicating that prior council action had suspended electronic voting, and any reinstatement would require a formal vote. The council opted to proceed with a roll call vote for the current agenda items while planning to revisit the electronic voting issue in a future meeting.

The meeting then shifted focus to item number 5, which involved a resolution authorizing the city manager to enter into a contract with FLOC Safety for additional automated license plate readers, not to exceed $90,000. This item sparked further discussion, particularly from Council Member Somra, who expressed previous support for the license plate reader technology.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the council's commitment to transparency and procedural integrity, with significant attention given to the implications of technology use in city governance. The council plans to address the electronic voting matter in an upcoming session, ensuring that all members are aligned on the operational protocols moving forward.