Whatcom County, WA

Special Event

Council Committee of the Whole

The Whatcom County Council Committee of the Whole will discuss several items, including priorities from the 2026 strategic planning exercise, a proposal for hearing examiner services for 2027-2028, and Council Office procedures. The committee will also discuss the confirmation of James Marks as Director of Planning & Development Services, effective September 14, 2026, which is scheduled for council action. A resolution to temporarily change the format of council committee meetings on council meeting days will be discussed and recommended to the council.

• Discussion of Council priorities from 2026 strategic planning exercise
• Proposal for hearing examiner services for 2027-2028
• Confirmation of James Marks as Director of Planning & Development Services, effective September 14, 2026
• Resolution to temporarily change format of Council committee meetings on Council meeting days

The Council Committee of the Whole recommended approval of a resolution to temporarily change the format of Council committee meetings on Council meeting days, with a 5-1 vote (one abstention). They also approved appointing three councilmembers to negotiate hearing examiner services for 2027-2028. The appointment of James Marks as Planning & Development Services Director was discussed but not voted on.

• Recommended approval of resolution changing committee meeting format (5-1, 1 abstention)
• Appointed councilmembers Boyle, Elenbaas, and Scanlon to negotiate hearing examiner services (7-0)

Council Finance and Administrative Services Committee

The Whatcom County Council Finance and Administrative Services Committee will consider several consent agenda items, including interlocal agreements and contracts, and will discuss and recommend action on ordinances and a major child care subsidy contract. The meeting is scheduled to adjourn by 9:55 a.m.

• AB2026-590: Contract with AidKit for $7,052,947 to subsidize child care costs and augment providers
• AB2026-595: Interlocal agreement with WSDOT for Birch Bay-Lynden Road and Blaine Road (SR-548) intersection improvements, $3,802,670
• AB2026-580: Ordinance establishing Criminal Justice Sales Tax Fund (RCW 82.14.345) with initial budget
• AB2026-581: Ordinance amending 2026 budget by $3,658,280
• AB2026-620: Discussion of ordinance amending 2026 budget by $2,094,013

Council Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee

The Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee will discuss a request to accept the jail program and proceed with design and construction of a new jail. This item is for discussion only and is scheduled for council action at a later meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• AB2026-613: Request to accept jail program and move forward with design and construction of new jail (discussion only)

Council Planning and Development Committee

The Whatcom County Council Planning and Development Committee will discuss and possibly recommend a resolution to amend Resolution 2026-009, adding a comprehensive plan and zoning amendment for 4610 Lincoln Road to be reviewed for inclusion in the Birch Bay Urban Growth Area Reserve. This is a committee discussion that may lead to a recommendation to the full council.

• Resolution AB2026-621 amending Resolution 2026-009 to docket an additional comprehensive plan and zoning amendment for 4610 Lincoln Road
• Review for inclusion in the Birch Bay Urban Growth Area Reserve

Council Public Works & Health Committee

The Whatcom County Council Public Works & Health Committee is meeting to discuss the Public Works Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for 2027-2032 and a resolution modifying the 2026-2031 TIP. They will also discuss amending the 2026 Annual Road Program and an ordinance on food service rules. The meeting includes a presentation from the River and Flood Division.

• Discussion of Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) 2027-2032
• Resolution modifying TIP 2026-2031
• Resolution amending 2026 Annual Road Program
• Ordinance amending Whatcom County Code 24.03, Food Service Rules and Regulations
• Update from Public Works River and Flood Division

Council Committee of the Whole-Executive Session

The Whatcom County Council Committee of the Whole is holding an executive session to discuss potential litigation with Chief Civil Deputy Tom Seguine and Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Christopher Quinn. The discussion may be closed to the public under state law. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of potential litigation (AB2026-597) with legal staff

The Whatcom County Council met in executive session to discuss potential litigation with legal counsel, as permitted under state law. No substantive decisions were made; the session was procedural and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Motion to enter executive session for litigation discussion carried (7-0)
• Executive session extended to 9:05 a.m. by chair announcement

Council Climate Action and Natural Resources Committee

The Whatcom County Council Climate Action and Natural Resources Committee will hear presentations on water issues and parks policy priorities, and will discuss a resolution to rename Canyon Lake Trail after conservationist Rand Jack. The meeting is a hybrid session limited to committee business.

• Presentation from Carl Weimer regarding Water for Whatcom
• Parks Department presentation on policy priorities and revenue outlook
• Resolution renaming Canyon Lake Trail after Rand Jack

Council

The Whatcom County Council will hold public hearings on the 2026-2027 CDBG Public Services grant and an ordinance to acquire property by eminent domain for the Birch Bay Lynden Road and Blaine Road intersection project. The council will also consider consent agenda items including several interlocal agreements and contracts, and other items such as a resolution to rename Canyon Lake Trail, an ordinance establishing a Criminal Justice Sales Tax Fund, a $7,052,947 contract with AidKit for child care subsidies, and a motion to accept the jail program and proceed with design and construction of a new jail. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and meeting date confirmations.

• Public hearing: 2026-2027 CDBG Public Services grant
• Public hearing: eminent domain for Birch Bay Lynden Road and Blaine Road intersection
• Contract with AidKit for child care subsidies: $7,052,947
• Motion to accept jail program and proceed with design and construction
• Ordinance establishing Criminal Justice Sales Tax Fund (RCW 82.14.345)

The Whatcom County Council approved the jail program and directed the Executive to proceed with design and preliminary construction, prioritizing the Rapid Resource Center, second courtroom, and family visitation without sacrificing housing capacity (5-2). The Council also adopted ordinances creating the Criminal Justice Sales Tax Fund and amending the 2026 budget by $3,658,280 to fund jail health and food services. A $7,052,947 contract with AidKit to subsidize child care was authorized (5-2). An ordinance to acquire property by eminent domain for the Birch Bay Lynden Road project failed unanimously after a settlement was reached.

• Approved jail program and design/construction move (5-2)
• Adopted Criminal Justice Sales Tax Fund ordinance (7-0)
• Adopted $3,658,280 budget amendment for jail services (7-0)
• Authorized $7,052,947 AidKit child care contract (5-2)
• Denied eminent domain ordinance for Birch Bay Lynden Road (0-7)
• Approved $3,802,670 interlocal for Birch Bay-Lynden Road construction (7-0)
• Approved $277,341.62 Swift Creek Channel Excavation bid (7-0)
• Confirmed James Marks as Planning & Development Services Director (7-0)

Council Special Committee of the Whole

The Whatcom County Council Special Committee of the Whole meets to discuss the Capital Improvement Program, council office procedures, and councilmember priorities. The agenda is focused on committee business and internal procedures. No major decisions are expected on specific projects or ordinances.

• Capital Improvement Program (CIP) discussion
• Council Office procedures review

Council Special Committee of the Whole

The Whatcom County Council Special Committee of the Whole meets to discuss preliminary analysis of staffing and operating costs for a new jail. The meeting is a hybrid meeting, allowing for in-person and remote participation. The agenda is limited to committee business.

• Preliminary analysis of new jail staffing and operating costs

The Council held a discussion-only meeting on the new jail project, reviewing options to add a rapid resource center, contact visitation, and a second courtroom. No formal decisions were made; the jail program is scheduled for Council action on August 11.

• Withdrew agenda item AB2026-573 on jail staffing cost analysis
• Discussed jail programming options, including rapid resource center, contact visitation, and second courtroom (no vote)

Council as the Health Board

The Whatcom County Council as the Health Board is meeting to discuss various health-related topics, including an update on the food safety program. The meeting will also feature special presentations from the Health Director, Health Officer, and Public Health Advisory Board Chair. The agenda is primarily focused on informational updates and discussion, with no major decisions or actions listed.

• Update on food safety program
• Presentation from Health Director
• Presentation from Health Officer

Council Committee of the Whole-Executive Session

The Whatcom County Council Committee of the Whole is meeting in executive session. The body will discuss potential litigation related to recent Human Resources and employment issues with Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Jesse Corkern.

• AB2026-554: Discussion regarding potential litigation related to Human Resources and employment issues

The Council Committee of the Whole entered a closed executive session to discuss potential litigation regarding Human Resources and employment issues. No public decisions or votes on the litigation were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (7-0)

Council Finance and Administrative Services Committee

The Council Finance and Administrative Services Committee is reviewing several contracts and budget amendments. Key items include funding for behavioral health, youth tobacco prevention, and a significant agreement for ferry system modernization.

• Interlocal agreement for Lummi Island Ferry Replacement and System Modernization Project in the amount of $25,000,000
• Ordinance amending the 2026 Whatcom County Budget (request no. 11) in the amount of $3,658,280
• Interlocal agreement with North Sound Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization for $725,761
• Interlocal agreement amendment with Ferndale School District for mental health services in the amount of $300,530
• Contract with SCS Engineers for an updated Comprehensive Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Plan in the amount of $138,894

The committee recommended approval of a $25,000,000 interlocal agreement with the U.S. Department of Transportation for the Lummi Island Ferry Replacement and System Modernization Project, noting it is the largest grant the county has ever received. All 12 consent agenda items were recommended for authorization, including contracts for mental health services, developmental disabilities support, and a criminal justice sales tax fund discussion. The committee also recommended approval of a flood control budget amendment, closing the Central Plaza Tenant Improvement Fund, a budget amendment, and a resolution designating an authorized representative for FEMA funds.

• Recommended approval of $25M Lummi Island Ferry interlocal agreement (7-0)
• Recommended authorization of 12 consent agenda items (7-0)
• Recommended approval of flood control budget amendment $34,830 (7-0)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance closing Central Plaza Tenant Improvement Fund (7-0)
• Recommended adoption of budget amendment $252,250 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of resolution designating FEMA authorized representative (7-0)

Council Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee

The Council Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee will receive presentations on the Incarceration Prevention and Reduction Task Force's annual report, the Justice for Families Project, and a preliminary analysis of staffing and operating costs for a new jail.

• Presentation: Incarceration Prevention and Reduction Task Force 2026 Annual Report
• Presentation: Justice for Families Project (Commission on Sexual and Domestic Violence)
• Discussion: Preliminary analysis of staffing and operating cost of new jail

The committee heard reports from the Incarceration Prevention and Reduction Task Force and the Commission on Sexual and Domestic Violence, and discussed preliminary jail staffing and operating costs. A motion was approved directing that the jail plan incorporate and prioritize the Rapid Resource Center, a second courtroom with workspaces, and a family visitation space, with one housing unit held for future build-out if needed financially. The motion passed 4-2 with one abstention.

• Approved motion to see jail plan incorporating RRC, second courtroom with workspaces, family visitation space, and holding one housing unit for future build-out if needed (4-2-1)
• Reported Incarceration Prevention and Reduction Task Force 2026 Annual Report (no action)
• Presented Justice for Families Project from Commission on Sexual and Domestic Violence (no action)

Council Public Works & Health Committee

The Whatcom County Council Public Works & Health Committee will discuss a proposed ordinance (AB2026-504) that amends Chapter 24.03 of the county code, which covers food service rules and regulations. The committee will make a recommendation to the full council. The agenda notes an associated item on the council agenda that revises the title to remove 'Council acting as Health Board.'

• AB2026-504: Ordinance amending Whatcom County Code 24.03, Food Service Rules and Regulations (committee discussion and recommendation)

The committee discussed proposed changes to Whatcom County Code 24.03 on food service rules, including updating inspection document references and removing language on permit suspension to emphasize education. No formal action was taken; the item was only discussed, with a related ordinance scheduled for future council consideration.

• Discussed AB2026-504, food service code amendments (no vote)
• Noted new agenda bill AB2026-559 for council introduction tonight

Council Climate Action and Natural Resources Committee

The Council Climate Action and Natural Resources Committee will hear a presentation on wildfire season operational procedures from Puget Sound Energy. The committee will also discuss a shellfish protection district ordinance and a joint resolution regarding the Lake Whatcom Forest Management Plan.

• Presentation from Puget Sound Energy on wildfire season operational procedures (AB2026-430)
• Ordinance amending Whatcom County Code 16.20 regarding Shellfish Protection Districts (AB2026-526)
• Joint resolution with Bellingham City Council adopting the Lake Whatcom Forest Management Plan (AB2026-556)

The committee recommended adoption of a substitute ordinance amending Whatcom County Code 16.20 on Shellfish Protection Districts, with a unanimous 7-0 vote. It also recommended approval of a joint resolution with Bellingham City Council adopting the Lake Whatcom Forest Management Plan, passing 5-2. A presentation on wildfire safety from Puget Sound Energy was given but no action was taken.

• Recommended adoption of substitute ordinance amending WCC 16.20 (Shellfish Protection Districts) (7-0)
• Recommended approval of joint resolution adopting Lake Whatcom Forest Management Plan (5-2)

Council

The Council will hold public hearings on the Growth Management Act periodic update to the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map. They will also discuss establishing a new Ferry District Fund and initial budget levels ranging from $4.2 million to $5.7 million.

• Interlocal agreement for Lummi Island Ferry Replacement and System Modernization Project for $25,000,000
• Proposed initial budget levels for Whatcom County Ferry District of $5.7 million, $5.2 million, and $4.2 million
• Amendments to the Whatcom County Comprehensive Plan, Foothills Subarea Plan, and Zoning Map
• Interlocal agreement with Ferndale School District for mental health services in the amount of $300,530
• Contract with North Sound Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization for $725,761

The Council authorized a $25 million interlocal agreement with the U.S. Department of Transportation for ferry system modernization. They also established a new Ferry District Fund with an initial budget of $5.7 million and adopted several Comprehensive Plan and zoning amendments.

• Authorized $25M interlocal agreement for Lummi Island Ferry Replacement (7-0)
• Approved $5.7M initial budget for Whatcom County Ferry District (5-2)
• Established Whatcom County Ferry District Fund (6-1)
• Adopted Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Code, and Zoning Map amendments (5-2)
• Approved non-exclusive telecommunications franchise for Forged Fiber 37, LLC (7-0)
• Approved 2027 regular meeting dates (7-0)
• Authorized $725,761 for behavioral health services via North Sound BH ASO (7-0)
• Held Lake Whatcom Forest Management Plan pending Forest Advisory Committee review (7-0)

Special Event

Council Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee

The Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee will hear a report from the Public Defender’s Office (AB2026-336) and a report from Superior Court Administration and the Juvenile Court (AB2026-404). No decisions are indicated; the items appear to be informational presentations. The meeting also includes standard announcements and other business.

• AB2026-336 – Report from the Public Defender’s Office
• AB2026-404 – Report from Superior Court Administration and Juvenile Court

The committee received reports from the Public Defender’s Office and Superior Court Administration and Juvenile Court. No substantive decisions, votes, or policy changes were made during the meeting.

Council Public Works & Health Committee

The Council Public Works & Health Committee is meeting to discuss a proposed ordinance. The item involves declaring public necessity to acquire property rights via eminent domain for a specific road project.

• AB2026-517: Ordinance for eminent domain for Birch Bay Lynden Road and Blaine Road Intersection Improvements Project

The committee discussed an ordinance to authorize the acquisition of property rights by eminent domain for the Birch Bay Lynden Road and Blaine Road Intersection Improvements Project. No formal decision was made during the meeting; the item was discussed.

• Discussed AB2026-517 regarding eminent domain for Birch Bay Lynden Road and Blaine Road Intersection Improvements Project

Council Climate Action and Natural Resources Committee

The Council Climate Action and Natural Resources Committee will receive a presentation on the Whatcom County Marine Resources Committee's 2025 annual report and discuss an ordinance to amend Whatcom County Code 16.20 regarding shellfish protection districts.

• Presentation: Marine Resources Committee 2025 annual report (AB2026-506)
• Discussion: Ordinance amending Whatcom County Code 16.20 (Shellfish Protection Districts) (AB2026-547)

The committee received a presentation on the Marine Resources Committee's 2025 annual report. Members also discussed a proposed ordinance to restructure shellfish protection districts, including the potential dissolution of the Birch Bay Shellfish Protection District. No formal votes were taken.

Council Committee of the Whole

The Council Committee of the Whole is discussing two ordinances to amend Whatcom County Code Chapter 5.20. These proposals aim to limit the days fireworks are allowed and prohibit their use during burn bans.

• AB2026-431: Ordinance to limit fireworks days and prohibit use during burn bans
• AB2026-475: Ordinance to limit fireworks days and prohibit use during burn bans

The Council Committee of the Whole discussed two related fireworks ordinances (AB2026-431 and AB2026-475) but took no formal action. Members provided direction for staff to compile feedback and prepare a fresh draft, with a preference for the AB2026-475 substitute version. No ordinance was approved or denied.

• Discussed AB2026-431 and AB2026-475 together, no vote taken
• Directed staff to create a to-do list and fresh draft for future consideration

Council Finance and Administrative Services Committee

The Council Finance and Administrative Services Committee is reviewing numerous interlocal agreements and contracts. Key discussions include flood mitigation funding and the establishment of a new Whatcom County Ferry District fund and budget.

• Interlocal grant agreement for Floodplains by Design funding in the amount of $10,000,000
• Proposed initial budget levels for the Whatcom County Ferry District of either $4.2 million or $5.2 million
• Grant agreement with WA Department of Commerce for flood mitigation in Sumas, Nooksack, and Everson for $207,400
• Contract amendment with Status Electrical Corporation for security electronics at jail facilities for $69,442
• Contract with Washington State Office of Public Defense for Indigent Defense Services in the amount of $435,995

The Council Finance and Administrative Services Committee recommended approval of 14 consent agenda items. Key actions included authorizing several flood mitigation grants and interlocal agreements for public safety and court services.

• Recommended $10M Floodplains by Design grant for flood hazard reduction (7-0)
• Recommended $207,400 grant for flood mitigation planning in Sumas, Nooksack, and Everson (7-0)
• Recommended $209,814 agreement with University of Washington for sediment work near Everson (7-0)
• Recommended $60,000 agreement amendment with USGS for Nooksack River sediment modeling (7-0)
• Recommended $50,000 grant to restore Olympia oysters in North Chuckanut Bay (7-0)
• Recommended $69,442 contract amendment for security electronics at jail facilities (7-0)
• Recommended $435,995 contract with WA Office of Public Defense for indigent services (7-0)
• Recommended $56,760 agreement with USDA Forest Service for Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie patrol (7-0)

Council Committee of the Whole-Executive Session

The Council Committee of the Whole is meeting in executive session to discuss two items of potential litigation. These discussions are closed to the public pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i).

• AB2026-545: Discussion with Chief Civil Deputy Tom Seguine and Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Christopher Quinn regarding potential litigation
• AB2026-531: Discussion with Planning and Development Services and Legal regarding potential litigation related to the 2026 Whatcom County Comprehensive Plan review and update

The council moved to go into executive session to discuss agenda items 1 and 2, and the motion was carried unanimously (7-0). During the executive session the council discussed AB2026-545 and AB2026-531 regarding potential litigation. No formal approvals, denials, or other actions were recorded.

• Motion to enter executive session approved (7-0)

Council

The Council will conduct a combined public hearing and act on ordinances to amend the Whatcom County Comprehensive Plan, Foothills Subarea Plan, and the official Zoning Map. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with various interlocal agreements and contracts.

• Public hearings on Comprehensive Plan and Foothills Subarea Plan amendments (AB2026-488), Zoning Code amendments (AB2026-489), and Zoning Map amendments (AB2026-490)
• Interlocal grant agreement for Floodplains by Design funding in the amount of $10,000,000 (AB2026-527)
• Resolution establishing an initial budget level of $5.7 million for the Whatcom County Ferry District (AB2026-552)
• Contract amendment with Status Electrical Corporation for security electronics at detention and jail facilities for $69,442 (AB2026-496)
• Grant agreement with WA Department of Ecology to restore Olympia oysters in North Chuckanut Bay for $50,000 (AB2026-503)

The Council held the comprehensive plan periodic update ordinances (AB2026-488, AB2026-489, AB2026-490) without final action, instead introducing a new ordinance (AB2026-553) that incorporates changes to the Sumas Urban Growth Area requested by the City of Sumas. A combined public hearing and concurrent review for all three items is scheduled for July 28, 2026. The Council also approved 18 consent agenda items, two resolutions, and introduced 11 new items, including several related to the new Ferry District.

• Held AB2026-489 (zoning code update) in council, 7-0, scheduling public hearing for July 28
• Held AB2026-490 (zoning map update) in council, 7-0, scheduling public hearing for July 28
• Introduced AB2026-553 (comprehensive plan update with Sumas UGA changes), 5-2, scheduling public hearing for July 28
• Approved resolution requiring additional public notice for tax increases (RES 2026-028), 7-0
• Approved resolution authorizing Public Works Board application for Lummi Island ferry replacement (RES 2026-029), 7-0
• Tabled resolution on forest service payment distribution, 7-0
• Appointed Courtney Whitaker to Business and Commerce Advisory Committee (5 votes)
• Introduced 11 items including ferry district ordinances and budget amendments, 5-2 each

Council (Special)

The Whatcom County Council is holding a special meeting to discuss Council Office staffing and potential litigation. Both items may be discussed in executive session.

• AB2026-498: Council Office staffing
• AB2026-502: Discussion with Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Christopher Quinn regarding potential litigation

The Council approved the appointment of Kirsten Smith to the position of Whatcom County Council Clerk, effective upon the vacancy of the current clerk role. Members also discussed the upcoming budget process and potential litigation.

• Approved appointment of Kirsten Smith as Council Clerk (7-0)
• Entered executive session for agenda items (7-0)

Council Public Works & Health Committee

The Council Public Works & Health Committee will meet to receive a special presentation. The primary agenda item is the annual report from the Food System Committee.

• AB2026-457: Presentation of the Food System Committee’s Annual Report

The committee heard a presentation from Food System Committee Co-Chair Rhys-Thorvald Hansen on the annual report, including the Statewide Food Security Plan, sector challenges, and the need for funding and a community food assessment. Councilmembers discussed potential committee mergers and support options, but no formal action was taken. The item was presented only, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Presented Food System Committee annual report (no vote)
• No agenda items added by revision
• No other business conducted
• Meeting adjourned at 12:05 p.m.

Council Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee

The Council Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee will meet to hear a presentation on Justice Project programming results. The meeting is hybrid and adjourns by 2:00 P.M.

• Presentation on Justice Project programming results
• Hybrid meeting format available
• Meeting adjourns by 2:00 P.M.

The Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee reviewed STV's presentation on the county's justice facility programming, which was scaled back to $205 million and 150,000 square feet. Members discussed missing features like a second courtroom and Rapid Resource Center, noting they may be added later or require state funding. The committee requested operational cost data in July before considering acceptance of the program by the August recess. No formal vote was taken during this meeting.

Council Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation from Susan Marks on the Commission on Sexual and Domestic Violence. It will then discuss several ordinances, including a franchise grant to Forged Fiber 37, LLC for telecommunication services, updates to the Comprehensive Plan and Foothills Subarea Plan, amendments to development regulations and the zoning map, and two fireworks regulation amendments. The meeting also includes a discussion of the 2026 legislative session results and plans for the 2027 session.

• AB2026-460: Ordinance granting Forged Fiber 37, LLC a non‑exclusive telecom franchise
• AB2026-491: Ordinance adopting Comprehensive Plan and Foothills Subarea Plan amendments
• AB2026-431: Ordinance amending Code Chapter 5.20 to tighten fireworks rules
• AB2026-475: Additional ordinance amending Code Chapter 5.20 on fireworks restrictions
• AB2026-467: Discussion of 2026 legislative session results and 2027 preparations

The Council Committee of the Whole met and discussed several items but took no formal votes. They discussed a telecommunications franchise for Forged Fiber 37, LLC, comprehensive plan and zoning amendments, and two fireworks ordinance versions. A motion to include Climate Impact Advisory Committee amendments to Chapter 12 failed for lack of a second. The meeting was informational, with decisions expected at future meetings.

• Discussed a non-exclusive telecommunications franchise for Forged Fiber 37, LLC; a public hearing is scheduled for July 28.
• Discussed comprehensive plan and Foothills Subarea Plan amendments; a motion to include Climate Impact Advisory Committee amendments to Chapter 12 failed for lack of a second.
• Discussed development regulation amendments (Title 20) and zoning map amendments; no action taken.
• Discussed two fireworks ordinance versions (AB2026-431 and AB2026-475); no action taken.
• Discussed results of the 2026 legislative session and preparations for 2027; no action taken.