City Council Work Session: June 10, 2026

The City of Eugene held a City Council Work Session on June 10, 2026, which included an executive session and public discussions. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to the annual evaluation of the municipal court judge, Judge Gil, highlighting the court's transition to a court of record to better manage case transfers and maintain local prosecution capabilities. The council unanimously approved the judge's evaluation, recognizing his leadership and the court's commitment to fairness and community engagement. The session also featured a detailed update on the Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP), funded by a $150,000 state grant and community safety payroll tax funds. The plan focuses on wildfire risk assessment, community engagement, and mitigation strategies, emphasizing voluntary defensible space efforts and collaboration with multiple agencies. Council members discussed funding sources, public education, and potential policy considerations related to wildfire preparedness, including the enforcement of fireworks bans and support for vulnerable populations. No direct contract awards or procurement actions were reported, but the discussion on wildfire mitigation included references to grant funding and equipment purchases such as a chipper funded by the community safety payroll tax.