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Last discussed Apr 9, 2026.

Public comments (2)

OpposedLeo de CasasApr 9, 2026

Speaking for SEIU Local 620, he thanked the City for a holistic budget look but strongly opposed cuts to the workforce — hiring freezes, labor concessions — and urged honoring existing MOUs and the classification and compensation study.

Special City Council Meeting — April 9, 2026 · 5:43 →
ConcernedZach SmithApr 9, 2026

A city employee on vacation time, he warned against hiring freezes and position deletions, saying workloads keep intensifying and cuts breed burnout — and suggested parking meters might be preferable to freezing positions.

Special City Council Meeting — April 9, 2026 · 8:09 →