Update on Lee Property Negotiation (Closed Session)

The workshop involved a closed session to review and discuss staff and City Attorney updates regarding active litigation concerning a 9.1-acre property at 8130 Afton Road, jointly owned by the City and Raymond Lee since 2008. The City's initial interest in the property related to wetland and tree preservation. The session aimed to provide staff with consensus-based direction on the presented information, with any financial implications to be addressed in future council actions. No formal votes were taken, as is standard for workshop sessions.

Review of Social Media Audit

Staff presented the 2025 Social Media Audit conducted by an external consultant, detailing progress since 2023 and outlining new recommendations. Key improvements included reduced post frequency and increased engagement on platforms like Instagram and Facebook. However, challenges persist regarding underperforming event promotions, ineffective branded graphics, low video watch times, and a lack of unified brand voice across city social media accounts. Council members provided feedback on strategy, with recommendations focusing on channel-specific content, prioritizing event recaps, eliminating external links in posts, using original photography, and enhancing video hooks. Potential long-term strategies, such as account consolidation and a city podcast, were also discussed.