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July 20, 2026 City Council Work Session
Published: Jul 20, 2026
City Council Discusses Launching Regular Citywide Cleanup Program
The city council discussed initiating a program of regular citywide cleanups to build community pride and encourage participation. Several ideas were presented, including a drop-off event, a one-day cleanup event similar to Junction City's Ivy Street cleanup, and a year-long volunteer initiative like Wuga, Washington's program. Council members expressed support for these ideas, emphasizing community involvement, helping neighbors, and addressing eyesore properties. The possibility of a "curbside giveaway" event, a swap meet, and involving schools were also discussed. The city manager suggested a drop-off event in September and a citywide swap meet in the spring, with a potential cleanup associated with Halloween. Concerns were raised about the logistics and environmental impact of cleaning up riparian zones, emphasizing the need for coordination with experts.
City Council Briefed on Ballot Measure Referral Process
The council received a discussion on the city-initiated ballot measure referral process. The City Manager explained the four types of ballot measure referrals: general obligation bonds/serial levies, referrals for voter approval (like gas taxes or psilocybin legalization), forming new taxing districts, and advisory measures. The process involves council and public discussion, legal drafting, resolutions, ordinances, and filing with the city recorder and county elections. The cost of elections was discussed, noting that general election participation is typically without extra cost, while special elections incur costs based on labor. The possibility and challenges of forming new taxing districts, especially those involving multiple jurisdictions, were highlighted. The importance of public education for ballot measures was emphasized, with discussions on advisory votes as a tool for gauging support and educating the public.
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