AQMD Special Meeting - 9/28/26

A special session of the Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District Board of Directors, held on September 28, 2026. The meeting begins with routine procedures, including roll call and the Pledge of Allegiance, before transitioning to public comment guidelines and broadcast information. The core debate centers around Item 5.5, a contentious advance contract approval that bypasses the standard competitive bidding timeline. Despite concerns from a board member regarding the unorthodox process, officials explain that the early vote is necessary to ensure program continuity and allow adequate transition time given the board's upcoming winter recess. Ultimately, the council passes the consent calendar items alongside the disputed contract through separate voice votes, concluding with a call for general comments and adjourning the meeting at 1:37.