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Langley council adds review of possible 'sundown town' history to consultant work plan
Summary
The Langley City Council unanimously directed consultant DSR to add an investigation into the city's possible history as a "Sundown Town" to its 2025 workplan, linking the motion to discussions of affordable housing. Councilmember Craig Cyr moved the action; Councilmember Chris Carlson seconded.
The Langley City Council voted unanimously on March 17 to modify consultant DSR’s 2025 workplan to include an investigation into whether Langley has a historical record as a "Sundown Town." Councilmember Craig Cyr moved the action and Councilmember Chris Carlson seconded; Councilmember Rhonda Salerno was not present for the vote.
Council members discussed the item in the context of affordable housing policy and recommended a future meeting with DSR to review the scope of the investigation. The motion as recorded in the minutes states: "Motion to approve directing DSR’s 2025 workplan be modified to include investigating Langley’s possible history as a 'Sundown Town.'" The council noted the need to clarify scope and next steps with DSR before work begins.
