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The City Council unanimously voted 7-0 to order two special elections on November 3, 2026, allowing voters to consider collective bargaining for the Abilene Fire Department and a related City Charter amendment addressing bargaining impasses.
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Residents will vote on two citizen-petition measures involving collective bargaining for the Abilene Fire Department. The council also approved Phase 1 construction pricing and consulting services for terminal expansion and improvements, although the minutes do not state the guaranteed maximum price. In addition, the council approved a daycare permit and rezoned two properties for multi-family development.
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