City Council Meeting - October 7, 2025

The City Council meeting of Tigard on October 7, 2025, included several key procurement and budget-related discussions. The council unanimously approved Resolution 25-35 supporting the Washington County Cooperative Library Service local option levy ballot measure, which involves funding methodology and service area boundaries. Additionally, the council ratified a new collective bargaining agreement with SEIU Local 503/OU Local 199 for 2025-2028, including provisions for cost-of-living adjustments and generative artificial intelligence considerations. The meeting also featured a mayoral appointment process with two candidates interviewed on topics including city funding priorities, infrastructure, economic development, and community safety. Ultimately, the council appointed Councilor Who as mayor for the remainder of the term ending December 31, 2026. Other agenda items included community proclamations and reports on cultural events, but no other direct procurement actions were noted.