Transparency

Criticized proposed tax rates and budget documents, stating they obscure the impact on taxpayers and fund government expansion.

Questioned convention center project funds, street repair funding, and airport grant matching funds, and later criticized the council for rejecting the firefighters' contract.

Commended the city for the PFAS settlement and asked for transparency on fund usage, compliance costs, treatment technology, water sampling data, and regional cooperation with Potosi Water Supply.

A resident asked for more public discussion on financial reports and budget retreats.

Requested more transparency in the budget process and prioritized the fireman retirement fund.

Praised city transit leadership and encouraged the council to maintain transparency in budget workshops and public participation.

Expressed frustration over cybersecurity recovery transparency, late agenda packet additions, street funding deficits, and the timing of late-night public hearings.

A resident praised the staff for providing the budget packet early but expressed frustration that it is difficult to understand the costs of specific city programs and services compared to the clearer line items in the Minor Improvement Project fund.

Tammy Fogle expressed concern over the lack of information regarding the City Manager search and the lack of social media advertising for the meeting.

Raised concerns about public transparency regarding city debt issuance, change orders, and paid parking expansion.

Frustrated that pulled items lack clear public notice and make it hard for citizens who take time off work to participate.

Tammy expressed frustration about the lack of accessible agendas and meeting packets for the public. She also raised concerns about the selection of books for the new library.