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The City Council authorized special counsel to defend the City in the Reyes Martinez lawsuit and introduced a first reading to update accessory dwelling unit rules to match state law.
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The Council voted 4-0 in closed session to authorize special counsel to defend the City in the Reyes Martinez case, including related indemnification claims and cross-complaints against other defendants. It also moved forward on a zoning update for accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units, which are small homes or backyard units allowed under state law. Several land-use items were continued to later meetings, including a 232-unit housing and retail project. The Council also approved a committee to review proposed 2026 solid waste rate increases.
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