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Sammons Community Center

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Public comments
9
Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Aug 17, 2026.

Public comments (14)

ConcernedMark GoldmanAug 17, 2026

Expressed frustration over the lack of detailed floor plans, conceptual drawings, or follow-up meetings for the Sammons project before asking voters to approve a $15 million bond.

City Council (Special) - Aug 17, 2026 · 10:07 →
ConcernedKen OlexaAug 17, 2026

Questioned why power and electricity are still running at the vacant, condemned Sammons Community Center while restrooms are locked.

City Council (Special) - Aug 17, 2026 · 13:03 →
OpposedMona FullerAug 17, 2026

Urged the city not to place the $15 million bond on the ballot and instead research existing commercial buildings that could be repurposed at a lower cost.

City Council (Special) - Aug 17, 2026 · 7:01 →
NeutralGloria BellJul 16, 2026

Inquired about the status of the Sammons Community Center replacement project within the proposed budget.

City Council (Regular) - Jul 16, 2026 · 1:17:26 →
NeutralGretchen BalisinskiMar 6, 2026

Spoke regarding Sammons Community Center.

City Council (Regular) - Mar 5, 2026 · 5:15 →
NeutralJerri BrownMar 6, 2026

Spoke regarding Sammons Community Center.

City Council (Regular) - Mar 5, 2026 · 5:15 →
NeutralLarry QuickMar 6, 2026

Spoke regarding Sammons Community Center.

City Council (Regular) - Mar 5, 2026 · 4:25 →
ConcernedGloria BellFeb 19, 2026

Reminded the council that no update or agenda item was provided for Sammons Community Center, urging them not to forget the community.

City Council (Regular) - Feb 19, 2026 · 15:12 →
ConcernedLarry QuickFeb 19, 2026

Asked for an assurance, budget timeline, and completion timeline for rebuilding the Sammons Community Center after tornado damage.

City Council (Regular) - Feb 19, 2026 · 14:03 →
NeutralGretchen BalisinskiFeb 6, 2026

Spoke regarding the Sammons Community Center.

City Council (Regular) - Feb 5, 2026 · 8:20 →
NeutralLarry QuickFeb 6, 2026

Spoke regarding the Sammons Community Center.

City Council (Regular) - Feb 5, 2026 · 5:40 →
NeutralGloria BellFeb 6, 2026

Spoke regarding the Sammons Community Center.

City Council (Regular) - Feb 5, 2026 · 8:54 →
ConcernedJerrilynn BrownJan 16, 2026

Inquired about the timeline for the Sammons Community Center's restoration or rebuilding and emphasized the need for accessible senior facilities.

City Council (Regular) - Jan 15, 2026 · 10:00 →
SupportiveGretchen BalisinskiJan 16, 2026

Appealed to the council to prioritize the Sammons Community Center, highlighting its importance for senior camaraderie and future personal benefit.

City Council (Regular) - Jan 15, 2026 · 12:30 →