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Sports Advisory Board ordinance

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Last discussed Jul 6, 2026.

Public comments (3)

SupportiveJerry MorganJul 6, 2026

In an email read into the record (he couldn't attend), the A&P member argued the ordinance isn't a takeover but an added layer of oversight, citing $2.5 million in hotel-tax funds to youth sports and criticizing decisions made without Parks board input.

Public Services Council Committee — July 6, 2026 · 1:06 →
OpposedDavid DanielJul 6, 2026

Parks Advisory Board member urged everyone to set egos aside, defended the board's record, and suggested expanding the existing committee rather than adding a new one.

Public Services Council Committee — July 6, 2026 · 7:27 →
OpposedJay ClevengerJul 6, 2026

Longtime former Parks board member admitted he was the one who called the ordinance a potential hostile takeover, and proposed expanding Ordinance 95:645 to add the Public Services chair, an A&P member, and a Facilities Board member.

Public Services Council Committee — July 6, 2026 · 21:02 →