SUBJECT: Council Member Smith’s Request to Discuss the Structure of Council Subcommittee’s REPORT IN BRIEF Council Member Smith’s request to discuss a more robust and transparent process regarding Council subcommittees. RECOMMENDATION Provide direction to staff on the next steps.

Committee

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

Introduced

October 21, 2025

On agenda

December 1, 2025

Passed

December 1, 2025

Where it was heard

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority Dec 1, 2025 approved Pass

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