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MAYOR AND COUNCIL SPECIAL AND REGULAR MEETING - JULY 8, 2026
Published: Jul 8, 2026
Code Enforcement Grapples with Blight and Dumping; Community Suggests Incentives and Bilingual Notices
During a presentation on code enforcement, residents and council members raised concerns about illegal dumping, property neglect, and the challenges of enforcing codes, especially with absentee property owners. Suggestions included offering incentives for compliance, using bilingual notices, providing city assistance for elderly or disabled residents needing yard maintenance, and potentially contracting out code enforcement services. The city highlighted its efforts in education, alley cleanups, and pursuing grants for environmental assessments, while acknowledging resource limitations.
Code Enforcement Faces Challenges with Blight, Illegal Dumping; Seeks Voluntary Compliance
Code Enforcement Officer Barcelo presented statistics and processes for fiscal year 2026. Key challenges include absentee owners, vacant properties leading to trash accumulation, and illegal dumping. The blight crew, supervised by Barcelo, handles alley cleanups, illegal dumping, and other duties. Despite issuing numerous violation notices, compliance is mostly voluntary. The presentation also detailed the abatement process and the city's limited resources for tackling large-scale blight issues, while pursuing grants for environmental assessments.
Council Member Pedrick Advocates for Increased Employee COLA and Support for Golf Course Funding
During the budget discussion, Council member Pedrick emphasized the need for employees to receive a 3% cost of living adjustment (COLA) and a $1,000 one-time bonus. She also voiced concerns that the city administration is 'top-heavy' with high salaries and that lower-level employees deserve more. Pedrick supported continued funding for the golf course, citing its revenue generation and tourism benefits, and mentioned that many constituents agreed after she explained its value.
Clarifications Provided on Historic Preservation Ordinance for Business Owners
During the discussion on Ordinance Number 26-1235 regarding amendments to Title 18 (Historic Preservation), a council member inquired about the impact on business owners with historic buildings. Mr. Martinez clarified that businesses must apply to be included in the Historic Property Register, and there is no cost associated with the application. City Attorney Nick Cook corrected the exhibit attachment for the ordinance, providing the accurate document.
County Supervisor Updates on Economic Development, Community Funding, and Border Initiatives
County Supervisor Gomez provided an extensive update on various county initiatives and Douglas-specific projects. Key points included support for the BDI screw worm facility, efforts to secure economic development through Opportunity Zones, and the establishment of a new commercial port authority. Gomez also detailed community enhancement funds allocated to the Bambi Fund, Cochis County Fairgrounds, a veteran clinic, a local co-op, and youth basketball leagues. She discussed funding for the Sunnyside Fire District and plans to seek additional funding for rural fire districts. Gomez also emphasized the need for improved business permitting processes and highlighted the economic potential of new mining discoveries and cross-border trade.
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