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The City of Murrieta held a regular city council meeting on May 5, 2026, which included various community updates and a significant procurement-related discussion regarding the extension and expansion of the Murrieta Market Nights event. The council approved a first amendment to allow Market Nights to continue operating through November 2028 and authorized a budget amendment of $133,917 for the purchase of eight new traffic and pedestrian control barriers and a trailer to support event operations. The discussion addressed vendor placement, business impacts, and public safety considerations, with council members emphasizing the need to clarify language regarding merchant rights and ensure fiscal responsibility. The motion to approve the Market Nights extension and related budget amendment passed unanimously 5-0. Other topics included community recognitions, upcoming events, and public comments on local infrastructure and safety concerns, but no additional procurement actions were taken.