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Council begins discussion of possible city charter, directs further study and community outreach
Summary
Staff presented a draft 13‑article charter; council members debated term limits, funding priorities, procurement flexibilities and whether taxation provisions should be included. The council did not place a measure on the ballot but directed staff to hold further study sessions and coordinate with the budget process.
City staff presented a draft sample charter and two adoption pathways (council‑drafted charter versus charter commission) during a lengthy discussion March 10. The draft included 13 articles covering municipal authority, elections, term limits, a balanced‑budget requirement, core services, commissions and possible revenue mechanisms (transient occupancy tax, parking structure revenue,…
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