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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Brentwood public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Gas Utility Litigation Consultation
The council will confer with legal counsel regarding two potential cases of significant exposure to litigation, which could involve city liability or future legal costs.
Real Property Negotiations for City Land
The city is negotiating the price and payment terms for potential property transactions, including land near Lone Tree Way and the Lower Sand Creek Basin expansion. These deals could impact municipal assets and local flood control infrastructure projects.
Water Utility Rate Adjustments
The city adopted state-mandated water planning documents confirming adequate potable and recycled water supplies and outlining staged responses for potential droughts.
Solid Waste Collection & Green Waste Frequency
The city is rolling out mandatory green cart food scrap collection and public outreach to comply with state climate laws.
Utility Services Policy Outside City Limits
The council enacted a firm policy banning out-of-service utility extensions outside city limits to protect Brentwood's urban limit line and prevent backdoor development.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion and Financing
The city approved a bond reimbursement resolution to help finance necessary wastewater plant upgrades, with estimated rate impacts of 1.5% annually starting in 2028.