Highlights from All Governments

Residents pressed the council to license landlords and fund regular inspections, while others warned of higher rents, delays, and staffing strains. The motion failed 5–4 with one recusal, triggering a rules debate over majorities and the mayor’s required no vote.

The council denounced recent ICE activity, clarified local police don’t participate, and urged residents to use trusted resources and 911 for emergencies. Members also unanimously affirmed immigrant community safety and approved a countywide housing-rights resolution before adopting the Downtown Area Plan 6–1 amid calls for more outreach and emergency access planning.

The council affirmed support for immigrant neighbors amid heightened federal enforcement and urged residents to look out for one another. A proposed Hayti Lane closure drew concern over precedent and community voice.

The council debates putting a landlord licensing and inspection proposal on the ballot, with members calling for data, inviting landlords and tenants to shape the details, and residents urging stronger accountability. Arguments range from using existing databases to concerns about chronic neglect and the need for clear standards before March.