City Council Meeting - 7/21/2026

The City Council Meeting of Norwalk held on July 21, 2026, included significant procurement-related discussions focused on the approval of professional services agreements for project management, construction management, and inspection services. The council reviewed a report on a Request for Proposals (RFP 25-815) that received 19 submissions, from which four firms were shortlisted to provide on-call services for the city's capital improvement program. The agreements are proposed for an initial three-year term with two optional one-year extensions, with an estimated annual budget of $500,000 per firm. Council members debated the need for more detailed information on consultant selection criteria, historical spending, and project assignments before approval, but the motion to approve the consent calendar, including this item, passed with some abstentions. Additionally, the council received a presentation on the updated Urban Forest Management Plan, which outlines a strategic approach to managing and expanding Norwalk's urban tree canopy, including a proposed $350,000 annual budget to plant approximately 404 trees per year. The plan aims to improve environmental resilience and community benefits and will return for formal adoption in August. Other agenda items included updates on school safety initiatives, community events, and the city's 2023 strategic plan progress. Public comments addressed neighborhood safety concerns and support for environmental initiatives. Overall, the meeting emphasized capital improvement project management, urban forestry investment, and community safety efforts.