The Modesto City Council had its first meeting of the new year on Tuesday. Last year saw the council face tough decisions on a number of important issues, including the city’s enforcement of a mask ban during the No Kings and ICE Out protests.
Attendance to City Council meetings was above average last year, as were public comments. On Tuesday, the attendance was sparse. Public comments were mainly centered around the city’s proposals for growth.
The following is a breakdown of things passed by the council Tuesday. All agenda items were approved as part of the consent calendar — a list of items voted on at once. Consent items do not include discussion or public comment…