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Former councilman argued against the Alpine X project, highlighting the developer's lack of master planning experience, flat city revenues, and competing infrastructure priorities like firefighting staffing.

Objected to spending on Woodlake amenities and pursued indoor ski projects, asking council to prioritize infrastructure and keep property tax rates flat.

Expressed concern about building an indoor ski resort in a floodplain and urged the city to consult the Corps of Engineers and protect local nature preserves.

Urged council to reject the MOU, citing financial risks, lack of proven success for indoor ski resorts in the US, and potential blight if the business fails.

Former council member Adam Poulter spoke against the Pennymac incentive agreement, arguing there is no direct tax return and questioning the company's corporate background.

Former council member Lisa Sutter spoke in favor of the Pennymac agreement, citing past successful incentives like Ranch 99 and the value of 1,800 jobs.

Introduced himself as the CEO of Action Battery Technologies, which recently moved into a new facility in Carrollton, focusing on clean energy and domestic supply chains.

Expressed concerns about city staff presenting one-sided advocacy rather than balanced risk assessments for capital projects like T.C. Rice.

Thanked the council for approving the economic incentive agreement for his Carrollton-headquartered business.