Discussion and Consideration to Adjust Council Meeting Date to Monday, November 2, 2026 due to Tuesday, November 3, 2026 being Election Day Council Action as Needed — K-2

AGENDA ITEM # K-2 • Encourage resident participation by reducing scheduling conflicts for residents who wish to vote and attend or participate in Council meetings. • Reinforce public trust by demonstrating that the City values civic engagement and makes reasonable efforts to support participation in the democratic process. Staff Recommendation Staff recommends that the City consider adopting a practice of rescheduling regularly scheduled City Council meetings that fall on Election Day, including federal, state, and local elections when applicable. Under this approach, the City would identify potential conflicts when establishing its annual meeting calendar and select an alternate date when appropriate. Any changes would be coordinated with the City Administrator and Council and communicated to the public in accordance with applicable open-meetings notice requirements. This practice would provide a consistent approach while allowing flexibility for scheduling needs and other operational considerations. The intent is not simply to avoid a scheduling conflict, but to demonstrate that the City of Tiffin recognizes the importance of civic participation and supports the ability of its employees, elected officials, and residents to take part in the electoral process. ATTACHMENTS: Muscatine Press Release 2