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The commission discussed a possible ordinance change on the definition of family and may send a letter to City Council after its August meeting. It also reviewed City Council’s request for feedback on a possible new Mental Health board or commission, with commissioners saying the purpose needs to be clearer and suggesting expansion of existing boards instead.
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The commission heard a presentation on how the city defines “family” for a possible ordinance update, including questions about domestic partnerships. Members said they may write to City Council after their next meeting in August with their recommendations. They also discussed whether the city should create a new Mental Health board or commission, and several commissioners said the goal should be clearer before moving forward. The board also heard a brief update on complaint-review work and noted that board and commission budgets will stay flat for FY27.
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