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Councilmember Stewart questioned the need for an additional provider. <br />Councilmember Specht emphasized benefits of faster, more reliable service. <br />Councilmember Peters asked about scheduling flexibility for residents. <br />City Engineer/Public Works Director Westby explained notification processes and coordination <br />expectations. <br />Mayor Pro Tem Riley asked about infrastructure ownership and provider competition. <br />City Engineer/Public Works Director Westby explained that typically one provider builds out an <br />area due to cost feasibility. <br />Mayor Pro Tem Riley raised broader policy concerns about equity and service distribution. <br />City Attorney Johnson explained legal uncertainties around fiber classification, franchising risks, <br />and right-of-way authority. <br />City Administrator Hagen noted limitations in restricting providers under current law. <br />Councilmember Buscher supported moving forward with the lower -risk approach. <br />Councilmember Stewart expressed interest in broader policy discussion before proceeding. <br />Mayor Pro Tem Riley emphasized concern about uneven service and long-term implications. <br />Councilmember Specht supported proceeding under current regulations and opposed franchising. <br />Councilmember Buscher supported the project and suggested encouraging broader coverage. <br />Councilmember Stewart questioned enforceability of requirements. <br />Mayor Pro Tem Riley noted general support for permit requirements but ongoing concern about <br />broader policy. <br />City Administrator Hagen reiterated limitations in requiring full -city service. <br />City Attorney Johnson referenced potential state legislation on broadband access. <br />2.03: Community Center Re -Visioning and Public Participation Plan <br />Parks and Assistant Public Works Director Riverblood explained that the item seeks Council <br />direction on future planning for a community center and waterfront development. He summarized <br />historical planning efforts, community interest, and current timing related to the Comprehensive <br />Plan update. He outlined key questions for Council consideration and introduced a phased <br />City Council Work Session / March 24, 2026 <br />Page 3 of 6 <br />