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02:06 PM May 23, 2023 CDT

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We’re starting late today bc County Board ran long
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Starting now. CM Danny Begley began today’s meeting with a resolution recognizing National Public Works week
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Jim Theiler from the Public Works department thanked the City Council for their support
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On to the agenda, starting with liquor. License approved for Estilo Jalisco Restaurant at 1837 Vinton Street
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Licenses approved for four First Watch locations
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Licenses approved for four Don and Millie’s locations
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License for Dry Spokes at 1901 Leavenworth St approved. This is a dry bar, but a liquor license is still required
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Prelim plat for Indian Creek Reserve at 204th and Fort Streets approved
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Ordinance consent agenda approved
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Resolution consent agenda approved
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To be voted on separately is a contract with NL&L for parking lot modifications along I-480 downtown
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CM Juanita Johnson asked about NL&L’s economic equity and inclusion plan. A rep from HRR present it to her
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Christian Espinoza from HRR said the plan isn’t included on the agenda bc it may include private information from the contractor.
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Contract approved 5–1, Johnson voting no
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Now onto public hearings.
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The City Council went into closed session for labor negotiations at 2:37 pm