Annexation (Item 6.6)

Expressed concern over emergency response chaos and asked council to oppose annexation.

Questioned why council is rushing decisions instead of tabling items to inform the public.

Urged council to pause the annexation vote and listen to resident testimony.

Questioned prioritizing water and infrastructure for unbuilt industrial projects over citizens.

Spoke in favor of annexation, stating it brings property under city regulatory control and municipal codes.

Spoke in favor of annexation to promote economic development, create jobs, and retain university graduates.

Expressed temporary opposition to annexation due to fire response delays and lack of family protections.

Voiced opposition to annexation, highlighting inadequate emergency services and the threat of industrial encroachment.

Urged council to reject annexation to prevent further industrial expansion in vulnerable communities.

Asked council to consider the harmlessness of tabling the decision to foster transparency.