Summary
Mayor Pro Tem Scott has pushed for years to bring plan checking and inspections in-house, arguing contractors deliver slower, lower-quality work. The council capped contract services at half their budget and required a December report on hiring progress.
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Last discussed Jun 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
Half the contract services budget is withheld until December, shifting potential spending toward new city positions.
Residents and businesses waiting on permits get faster, more consistent plan checks if hiring succeeds.
Contract plan-check and inspection firms stand to lose business.
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