Council thanks staff for storm response and cites strong turnout at budget community meetings

Councilmembers used the meeting to thank emergency responders and city staff for a large coordinated response after a recent storm, describing around 3,500 calls handled, significant debris removal and 24-hour operations by multiple departments. One councilmember credited coordinated efforts across public works, CPS, police, fire and Metro Health.

Council members also recapped citywide budget community meetings held across council districts, reporting roughly 1,300 attendees — about an 11% increase from last year — and said staff will supply a summary report. Officials asked the public and council offices to continue engagement as budget planning proceeds.