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Council tables request to assess needs of October shooting survivors pending legal review

Lewiston City Council · February 18, 2026
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Summary

Following emotional testimony from survivors and advocates calling for transparency about donor funds and unmet needs, the council voted to table a resolution requesting an assessment of shooting-related needs and financial burdens and asked staff and legal counsel to return with recommended, privacy‑safe next steps.

Councilors on Tuesday heard sustained, emotional testimony from survivors and family members calling for accountability and clarity about funds raised after the Oct. 25 mass shooting and for additional help for unmet needs. After extensive public comment and council discussion about legal limits and existing resources, the council voted to table a resolution requesting a city-conducted assessment and asked staff to consult legal…

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