CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
DATE: AUGUST 26, 2026 BUSINESS & LEGISLATIVE
SUBJECT: DISCUSSION OF CITY MAYORAL POSITION AND REPORT FROM AD
HOC SUBCOMMITTEE
FROM: Scott C. Stiles, City Manager
BY: Brenda Pree, City Clerk
SUMMARY:
This report provides an opportunity for the City Council Mayoral Position Ad Hoc Subcommittee (Garner/deHarte) to provide an update on ongoing discussions regarding the City’s mayoral position.
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file this report and provide direction to Staff as appropriate.
BACKGROUND:
At the City Council meeting of April 8, 2026, the City Council created an ad hoc subcommittee to further discussions regarding the City’s mayoral position, and appointed Councilmember Garner and Councilmember deHarte as subcommittee members.
STAFF ANALYSIS:
Staff has consolidated California Voting Rights Act (CVRA) records within the City’s document repository ( Laserfiche) and established a dedicated webpage to enhance public access to historical materials related to the subject matter. This aims to facilitate efficient searches and promote transparency.
ALIGNMENT WITH STRATEGIC PLANNING
This item aligns with the City Council’s Strategic Plan Foundation to advance fiscal sustainability and organizational resilience.
City Council Staff Report
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FISCAL IMPACT:
None at this time.
REVIEWED BY:
Department Director: Brenda Pree
City Manager: Scott Stiles
ATTACHMENTS:
A. California Voting Rights Act (CVRA) Document Central Link: California Voting Rights Act (CVRA) and City Webpage