# Common Council Committee of the Whole Meeting   September 23rd, 2026

The City of Utica Common Council Committee of the Whole met on September 23, 2026, to discuss several municipal issues including proposed ordinances and city services. A significant portion of the meeting focused on legislation regarding prohibited camping and the management of personal property removed from homeless encampments, with discussions about storage challenges, legal considerations, and enforcement responsibilities involving the police and city departments. The council also reviewed the financial aspects of operating the Val Bialas ski facility, including detailed cost analyses of labor, utilities, maintenance, and equipment, highlighting ongoing operational losses and the need to establish appropriate user fees. The discussion included historical perspectives from a former operator and considerations for fee structures, rental services, and equipment investments. Additionally, the council addressed concerns about park cleanliness, needle disposal, and coordination with nonprofit organizations. Votes or motions were not explicitly recorded in the transcript, but action items included scheduling further meetings with department heads and corporation counsel to refine legislation and fee proposals.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Public Safety
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 24, 2026

### Sources
- [Common Council Committee of the Whole Meeting   September 23rd, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Ps9GNdT8ro) - City of Utica