The Charter Review Committee’s progress was a major topic during the meeting. Mr. Hill provided an update, detailing the committee’s move into the rewrite phase with several proposals already approved. Key deadlines were outlined, including a presentation to the commission in April 2026 and subsequent readings of the ordinance in May. The committee’s discussions have included pivotal topics such as whether the city attorney should report to the commission or the city manager, and clarifying the city clerk’s role. Hill emphasized the importance of public participation in the charter revision process, highlighting that workshops are scheduled to gather citizen input before final changes are presented to the commission. The next Charter Review Committee meeting is open to the public and scheduled for December 3.

In alignment with community engagement efforts, the commission recognized November 2025 as “Youth Homelessness Outreach, Prevention, and Education Hope Month,” underscoring the challenges faced by homeless youth. A representative from CDS Youth Interface spoke about their mission to support youth facing homelessness, encouraging community involvement. Additionally, updates were provided on the Robert H. Jenkins North Side Community and Recreation Center, where renovations have been made to improve safety and aesthetics. However, concerns about inadequate lighting in the center’s parking lot were raised, prompting a discussion on securing a grant to address the issue.

The police department presented its updates, noting a successful reaccreditation review and a decrease in crime statistics, with a 19% drop in the third quarter compared to the previous year. Community events such as National Night Out and trunk-or-treat activities were highlighted as part of ongoing engagement efforts to foster interest in law enforcement careers.

Another major agenda item involved legislative priorities for 2026. The commission ratified requests for funding a ladder truck and a new master lift station, with significant funds already committed. The commission emphasized the importance of collaborating with the county and participating in legislative advocacy days to unify efforts in securing necessary funding and support.

A special meeting was scheduled to assess the completion of a 30-day cure period for a city employee, Ms. Cardi. The urgency was underscored by the proximity of the Thanksgiving holiday. The commission discussed the need for a structured evaluation process, with each commissioner expected to assess Ms. Cardi’s progress individually and submit their findings to HR. The evaluation was to focus strictly on the criteria outlined in her cure period requirements.

The meeting concluded with routine business, including the approval of several ordinances related to city administrative processes and infrastructure improvements. A motion to adjourn was made, closing the discussions on the various topics addressed during the session.