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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lafayette public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Downtown parking meter zones and fees (Ordinance 704)
The city is moving from study to action on downtown parking: building a full inventory, monitoring data, and converting underused lots. The Ace Hardware lot will become all-day paid employee parking; the Gazebo lot decision was delayed.
Cancellation of November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election
Because exactly as many candidates filed as there were open council seats, Lafayette cancelled its November election and simply appointed the candidates. Residents won't vote on these seats this cycle — the appointees serve as if elected.
Fiscal advisory committee proposal ahead of Measure H sunset
The half-cent sales tax brought in $3.23 million instead of the expected $2.2 million. The extra million now funds yearly savings for replacing city assets, and the city is updating fees so growth pays its own way.