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AMENDED - Regular City Council Meeting Agenda
Published: Jul 22, 2026
Placer AI Presents Mobile Location Analytics Platform to Council
Ganon Lavvens from Placer, a mobile location analytics platform, presented to the council on how their service can provide cities with insights into their economy, tourism, park usage, and transportation using anonymized mobile data. Lavvens emphasized the company's commitment to accuracy and privacy, explaining that they use data from app providers where users have opted to share their location. The platform analyzes bulk, anonymized location data to measure usage of parks, businesses, and city areas. Lavvens demonstrated how Placer can help cities understand resident vs. visitor populations, workforce influx, tourism trends, and the economic impact of specific properties or events. They also discussed using the data to identify market demands for retail and restaurant recruitment and to assess the popularity of park amenities. The cost for the service is approximately $19,000 annually for a one-year deal, with potential for incentives to lower the price. The platform is web-based, requires only email addresses for access, and is available to all city departments except law enforcement and fire departments. The data is updated daily with a three-day lag and goes back seven years, allowing for pre-COVID comparisons.
First Reading of Vacant Building Code Amendments Addresses Window Coverings and Property Maintenance
The council conducted the first reading of amendments to the Aberdeen municipal code regarding the building section, specifically bill number 26-13, which addresses vacant buildings. A discussion clarified that the 72-hour rule for covering boarded-up windows primarily applies to ordering replacement glass or polycarbonate, with proof of order needed to avoid fines. An exception was noted for buildings on the national historic register, such as the Mark building, which have unique requirements due to preservation needs. The code also mandates keeping areas free of debris, which is generally interpreted as not littering or abandoning materials on sidewalks or building fronts.
Council Approves Agreement for Railroad Corridor Crossing and Safety Improvements
A request was made recommending city council authorize the mayor to execute a professional service agreement with Cambridge Systematics Incorporated, in partnership with WSP, to complete a railroad corridor crossing and safety improvements project. Engineer Nick Burn provided a presentation detailing the project's history, which began due to concerns about railroad noise and horns in 2023. The project aims to evaluate seven railroad crossings to identify safety mechanisms that could lead to a quiet zone in the future. Funding includes a $300,000 grant ($240,000 federal, $60,000 local match from Aberdeen and Hoquiam). Cambridge Systematics was selected for consulting services. Key components include stakeholder outreach and public involvement, with two larger public meetings planned for community input on noise quality. The target completion date is July 2027. Questions were raised about closing roads to mitigate noise, which Burn noted would be assessed for traffic migration impacts on businesses and would be part of the study's cost estimations for safety improvements.
Council Approves Agreement with Bryer Advisory Group for Fire Protection System Reporting
A request was made recommending city council authorize approval to enter into an agreement with Bryer Advisory Group for fire protection system reporting. The motion to accept this request passed.
City Secures $145,000 Grant for Alternative Response Team
The Director's report mentioned that the city received a $145,000 grant to create an Alternative Response Team. This team will assist frontline staff, including police officers, EMS, public works, and code enforcement, in addressing individuals in mental health crises, experiencing homelessness, or dealing with substance use disorders. The city will partner with CAP (Community Action Partnership) for this initiative. A portion of the grant will fund a code enforcement officer's salary, saving the city approximately $45,000.
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