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Code enforcement concerns: Surf Inn, Marriott, downtown signage

Commissioners flagged the Surf Inn's overflowing trash enclosure and possible hazardous e-waste, the Marriott's doorless Franklin Street entrance, and an unvetted 'injection center' sign downtown. Staff pointed them to the city's code compliance officer.

1 mentionLast discussed Jul 14, 2026

LowPublic Safety

Decorative Crosswalk Policy and Patriotic Crosswalk Request

A red-white-and-blue crosswalk downtown for America's 250th birthday, fully donor-funded, passed unanimously — but only after a charged debate about whether it's retaliation against the rainbow crosswalk and who maintains it. A broader crosswalk policy review is coming.

15 mentionsLast discussed Jun 16, 2026