At the pre-agenda meeting the presiding official announced a public hearing item: a first reading to repeal Chapter 17 and adopt a new Chapter 17 utilities ordinance. The item was placed on the agenda for first reading; no public testimony or formal vote occurred during the pre-agenda session.

Council members had the opportunity to ask procedural questions about the item and staff indicated additional detail would be available at the public hearing. The presiding official invited questions but none requiring action were raised at this meeting.

Next step: the text will be presented at the scheduled public hearing for first reading and, if needed, further public comment and subsequent readings or actions will follow.