Mayor Weiss opened the item for discussion and stated he has been working with Mr. Hartshorn about efficiency planning. Mr. Hartshorn discussed the process and aligning with the three priorities of council and stated staff is looking into scoping services for permitting and platting processes. Mr. Hartshorn discussed making it part of the annual cadence to set aside funds for review based on annual priorities. Mr. Rogers stated it makes sense to focus on priorities. Mr. Metayer discussed maintaining focus on priorities. Mr. Coffman stated the proposed approach is a good one and would like to do more than one if it does not cause overload. Mr. Ruiz he liked the plan. Mayor Pro Tem Holiday asked if this is needed right now. Mayor Weiss discussed revisiting at the annual retreat. Mr. Hartshorn stated he will bring back a scope for consideration.

Bastiat Liberty & Property Rights Analysis

This motion is scored as EXPANDS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 4.4/10). Under the Bastiat Liberty Watchdog Index, measures that increase tax rates or fee schedules, issue new debt or Certificates of Obligation, expand regulatory/zoning restrictions on private land use, or authorize unbudgeted spending expansions reduce an official's Freedom Score when voted YES (and reward dissenting NO votes).