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Urged staff to improve packet thoroughness, citing missing information and figures in agenda materials.

Thanked the city for repaving Laurel Lane but suggested that public works projects undergo greater review to ensure funds are spent only on roads truly needing repair.

Expressed appreciation for the thorough data and analysis presented during the workshop, and noted observations regarding hotel occupancy tax grant criteria and TERS funding allocations.

Paid tribute to Wayne Allen Rudolph and commented on airport fund budget details.

Urged Council to vote against NBU impact fee waivers for affordable housing.

Inquired about ad valorem tax impact associated with the tax notes issuance.

Expressed concerns regarding tax increment reinvestment zones (TIRZs) and sales tax diversions impacting the general fund.

Expressed concerns about tax increment reinvestment zones (TIRS) diverting funds away from the general fund and questioned the necessity of dedicated lane striping and traffic calming teams.

Asked for clarification on erratic revenue patterns in loan repayments and other income sources.

Questioned the use of certificates of obligation and how taxpayer-backed debt funds the EDC.

Asked for copies of budget documents and questioned how property purchases compare to appraised values.

Asked whether certificates of obligation are backed solely by sales tax or if property taxpayers bear secondary risk.

Asked about alternative revenue sources and acknowledged the financial realities of maintaining municipal infrastructure.