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Council issues April proclamations; members highlight community events and data-center discussion
Summary
Council approved proclamations declaring April 2026 Fair Housing Month, Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, and Garden Month. Councilmembers also reported on recent community meetings, food distribution, the CDBG session and a regional data-center briefing.
Mayor Johann Wallace moved for three proclamations declaring April 2026 as Fair Housing Month, Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, and Garden Month; each item was opened for action and seconded. The minutes record the motions but do not detail separate votes on the proclamations.
In reports, Councilmember Cynthia Butterworth urged volunteer participation in the community garden and described ongoing food distribution efforts. Councilmember Debra Trate encouraged residents to review property assessments and noted options for tax appeals and senior tax protections. Mayor Wallace summarized a March meeting in Benson on data centers, relaying technical points about cooling methods and water use and urging residents to check current information before forming positions.
