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City analyst backs higher police false alarm, noise variance fees for 2026-27

False alarm fee would rise to $268, noise variance to $511, press passes drop to $139, and a new $839 fundraiser license.

City Council· posted Oct 1Report

Homes and businesses with alarm systems would pay $268 per false police response, up from $260, while construction noise variances rise to $511 and press passes fall to $139. The City Administrative Officer asks the Council to adopt the rates and have the City Attorney draft ordinances.

What happens next

Council and Mayor approval, with the City Attorney drafting ordinances to amend the municipal code

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