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Councilmember Flag Salute Conduct Raised

A District 6 community leader publicly called out a council member for remaining seated during the Pledge of Allegiance, saying veterans and residents see it as a question of respect for the flag, the office, and the community.

3 mentionsLast discussed May 18, 2026

LowPublic Safety

Animal Control Services Contract Extension

A consent item to extend the city's animal control contract with Merced County for one more year for housing and disposition of dogs and cats.

1 mentionLast discussed Apr 20, 2026

LowPublic Safety

K9 ballistic vests donated

A local fraternal chapter donated life-saving vests for police dogs Zeke and Mako — the department's canine unit has had 68 deployments this year and helped cut use-of-force incidents by 10%.

1 mentionLast discussed Mar 2, 2026