Council approves Downtown Specific Plan Amendment for Body Art Facilities, 4–1

Approve Consent Calendar

0 yes, 0 no

Youth Friendly Business for October 2026

0 yes, 0 no

City Council Meeting Observers

0 yes, 0 no

S.T.E.M. Fair Date and Budget

0 yes, 0 no

Multicultural Fair Date and Budget

0 yes, 0 no

Veterans Day Parade Participation

0 yes, 0 no

Deck the Park Participation and Theme

0 yes, 0 no

Holiday Craft Night Before Christmas

0 yes, 0 no

Approve Minutes from September 2, 2026.

0 yes, 0 no

Healthcare Faire (requested 9/2/26) C. Huang

0 yes, 0 no

Hackathon Event (requested 9/2/26) V. Gurram

0 yes, 0 no

Youth essay competition (requested 9/2/26) C. Helvey

0 yes, 0 no

Monthly nomination program to recognize High School Clubs (requested 9/2/26) S. Narula

0 yes, 0 no

Downtown Specific Plan Amendment for Body Art Facilities

4 yes, 1 no

Susannah Meyer (yes), Faye Maloney (yes), Tony Oerlemans (no), Pa'tanisha Pierson (yes), Jovita Mendoza (yes)

Amendments to Council Administrative Policy No. 110-1

4 yes, 1 no

Tony Oerlemans (yes), Faye Maloney (yes), Susannah Meyer (no), Jovita Mendoza (yes), Pa'tanisha Pierson (yes)

Request for Memorial Policy and Underpass Dedication

4 yes, 1 no

Faye Maloney (yes), Susannah Meyer (no), Tony Oerlemans (yes), Jovita Mendoza (yes), Pa'tanisha Pierson (yes)

Consent Calendar Approval

5 yes, 0 no

Landscape & Lighting Assessment District No. 26-1 Continuance

5 yes, 0 no

Vasco Road Historic Flag Barn Façade Relocation

5 yes, 0 no

Sports Field Lighting Conversion to LED Contract Award

5 yes, 0 no

Innovation Center Infrastructure Contract Amendment No. 1

5 yes, 0 no

Request for Report on Boards and Commissions Purview

5 yes, 0 no

Request to Draft an E-Bike Ordinance

5 yes, 0 no

Letter of Support for Deer Valley Road Improvements

5 yes, 0 no

Meeting Minutes of the City Council

5 yes, 0 no

Approval of Minutes of the July 27, 2026 Special Meeting

2 yes, 0 no

Continuance of Parks and Rec Update and Informational Reports

2 yes, 0 no

Downtown Specific Plan Amendment (SPA 25-001) - Body Art & Personal Service

Downtown Specific Plan Area

A text amendment to the Downtown Specific Plan defining and updating regulations for personal service and body art facilities.

approved (5-0) · still approved

Senior Financial Scams and Public Safety

Police presented alarming trends regarding fraud schemes targeting elderly residents, emphasizing the need for scam awareness and preventative tools like Smart 911.

What it means: Seniors and families protected from financial exploitation through proactive police outreach.

Expansion of Adaptive Recreation and Senior Services

The Brentwood Police Department provided safety guidance and crime prevention tips tailored to older adults in the community.

What it means: Older adults and vulnerable residents gaining enhanced safety awareness.

Affordable Housing Program Administration

County advocates highlighted a severe shortage of affordable housing for seniors, pointing out that thousands of older adults remain on waitlists and face extreme cost burdens or housing insecurity.

What it means: Low-income seniors and older adults seeking stable, affordable housing options.

Accessible Public Transportation and Tri MyRide

Tri Delta Transit reported on fixed-route networks, paratransit services, and the successful rollout of the Tri MyRide microtransit service in Brentwood.

What it means: Seniors, disabled individuals, and transit-dependent residents requiring flexible local transportation.

ADA Accessibility Compliance in Downtown Commercial Areas

A local business owner testified about ongoing ADA access violations and parking conflicts affecting disabled employees and patrons in downtown Brentwood.

What it means: Employees and patrons with mobility disabilities requiring unimpeded access.

Deer Valley Road Safety Improvements

Residents and council members are pushing for urgent safety upgrades on Deer Valley Road following multiple fatal accidents.

What it means: Commuters, student drivers, and local residents utilizing Deer Valley Road.

Downtown Body Art and Tattoo Regulations

The city updated the Downtown Specific Plan to establish clear rules for tattoo and body art shops, capping total licenses at two downtown locations.

What it means: Existing downtown body art operators and business owners seeking regulatory clarity.

Oak Meadow Park Field Lighting and Safety

The city is replacing outdated lighting systems at Oak Meadow and Balfour Guthrie parks to restore evening sports play and improve energy efficiency.

What it means: Project cost is $544,687.08 with total authorization up to $599,155.79 funded by LLAD replacement funds.

Closed Session Personnel and Legal Discussions

The city council met privately to handle confidential personnel evaluations and discuss potential legal disputes involving the city.

What it means: The city maintains confidentiality regarding sensitive legal and personnel strategies.

Vasco Road Historic Flag Barn Relocation

The council arranged to relocate the historic Vasco Road flag barn to the local historical society museum on Sellers Avenue. This ensures an important piece of local history is preserved and publicly displayed.

What it means: Local history enthusiasts and museum visitors.

Youth Scholarship Fundraising & Grants

Commissioners discussed exploring restaurant partnerships and new fundraisers to support the Youth Commission Scholarship fund.

What it means: Graduating seniors and local students seeking scholarship assistance for higher education.

Community Events Participation and Budgeting

The Youth Commission is setting dates and budgets for upcoming major community events like the S.T.E.M. Fair and Multicultural Fair.

What it means: Budgets are expected to align with previous years, such as $1,500 for the S.T.E.M.

Youth Commission Event Planning and Community Engagement

The Youth Commission planned multiple community events and fairs for the upcoming year, including a S.T.E.M. Fair, Multicultural Fair, and Holiday Craft Night.

What it means: Allocated specific event budgets including up to $1,500 for the S.T.E.M.