CITY OF JACKSON
City Council Meeting Minutes
May 1\, 2026
Mayor and Council Members
Chad Simmons, Mayor
Steve McLean, Vice Mayor
Max Godde, Council Member
Connie Gonsalves, Council Member
Sierra McLean, Council Member
ABSENT: None
John Georgette, City Clerk
Josh Nelson, City Attorney
Staff Members:
Carl P. Simpson, City Manager
Chris Mynderup, Police Chief
Ryan Pidgeon, Fire Chief
Bree Wilder, PW Superintendent
Dana Knight, Administrative Assistant
Mayor Simmons called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Simmons recognized the evening as City Manager Simpson's final City Council meeting and thanked him for his dedicated service, leadership, creativity, and commitment to the City of Jackson. Mayor Simmons noted Simpson's lasting impact on numerous City projects and presented him with the Key to the City in appreciation of his service.
Jason and Nicole Mulford of Victory Village recognized City Manager Simpson for his leadership in securing approximately $5.2 million through the California Homekey+ Program to support housing for veterans and individuals in need, presenting him with an award for his contributions to the community.
City Manager Simpson expressed appreciation for the recognition and kind remarks but emphasized that the accomplishments being recognized were the result of a collective team effort. Simpson credited City staff and department leadership for their hard work and dedication, stating that the City's successes would not have been possible without their contributions and teamwork.
Mayor Simmons presented City Manager Simpson with two Adirondack chairs that he made special for Simpson and his wife Carrie.
Vice Mayor Steve McLean expressed appreciation for City Manager Carl Simpson's leadership, creativity, and outside-the-box thinking, noting the City was fortunate to have recruited him from Texas.
McLean also reflected on traveling with Simpson to Serbia, describing it as a memorable experience.
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
Motion to Approve the City Council Agenda dated May 11, 2026, as presented. Moved by Councilmember Sierra McLean, seconded by Councilmember Godde, and carried by a 5 to 0 vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Simmons, Steve McLean, Godde, Gonsalves, Sierra McLean
None
None
None
2. PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA.
Discussion items only, no action will be taken. Any person may address the Council at this time on any subject within the jurisdiction of the City Council. Please note - there is a three (3) minute limit.