Mayor Susanna Meyer says Brentwood is "strong," highlights water, police staffing and fiscal reserves

Mayor Susanna Meyer told a packed Delta Theater that "the state of our city is strong" and outlined infrastructure, public‑safety and economic wins as Brentwood plans for continued growth.

"Brentwood has grown into a city with an exceptional quality of life," Meyer said during the 2026 State of the City address. She cited last year’s operational figures, including delivery of about 3.7 billion gallons of drinking water and an expansion of wastewater treatment capacity from 5.0 million gallons per day to 6.4 million gallons per day.

The mayor emphasized fiscal stability: "Our balanced budget and strong 30% reserve allows us to maintain the services residents rely on and continue investing in infrastructure," Meyer said, adding that the city expects to complete phase one of a planned sports complex by fall.

Public safety was another focus. Officials noted the department handled more than 32,000 dispatch calls last year and maintained average staffing ratios that the mayor described as adequate for current needs. The address also highlighted investments in technology, such as secured license‑plate readers and upgraded radio coordination, and community programs including school resource officers and a community academy.

Meyer and staff described major transportation projects intended to ease congestion and improve active‑transportation links, including the widening of Lone Tree Way and improvements on North Brentwood Boulevard, plus a smart‑signal project to synchronize traffic on busy corridors.

Economic development items included more than $1 billion in annual taxable sales, downtown and retail growth, and the city’s intention to develop a tech innovation center near Highway 4 to expand local jobs and reduce long commutes.

Meyer framed these investments as part of a long‑term, values‑based approach: "The true measure of our city is not only what we have built, but how we come together to face challenges and create opportunity," she said.

The address was preceded by a 50th‑anniversary Harvest Time video and concluded with a brief Q&A session and public‑comment period. No formal motions or council votes were taken during the event.

The council is scheduled to meet on its regular cycle — the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m.