Summary
The council placed two charter amendment measures on the November ballot to remove outdated language and streamline commercial lease rules, allowing leases under 10 years to be approved by resolution rather than a lengthy ordinance process.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
Elimination of the two offices would save approximately $84,000 annually in salary and benefit expenditures from the general fund.
City taxpayers through minor general fund savings.
Supporters of independent elected financial oversight.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Jul 21, 2026
The council debated whether to ask voters to eliminate the independently elected city auditor and treasurer positions to save money and modernize governance, but ultimately took no action.
City Council - Jul 7, 2026
The council placed two charter amendment measures on the November ballot to remove outdated language and streamline commercial lease rules, allowing leases under 10 years to be approved by resolution rather than a lengthy ordinance process.
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