2:58 → 11:45(8m 48s)
Council conducted a short interview with Mark (applicant) about joining the Convention Center Commission; he described his experience running a smaller hotel/convention venue (capacity ~1505000 depending on setup), said he does budgeting for his organization, and acknowledged potential conflicts of interest but said they would be managed. He noted existing coordination with the Chamber and the convention center.
Seaside City Council held a work session and regular meeting that included an applicant interview for the Convention Center Commission, adoption of a revised public comment policy, extended discussion and first/second readings of a camping ordinance tied to the city's sanctioned Stepping Stones camp, public safety concerns after weekend ICE activity, a quarterly report from camp operator Classic Community Action, and a decision to fund the Chamber's July 4 fireworks program at an increased level. Several public commenters pressed the council on immigrant safety and transgender recognition.
