budget

Commented on the lack of a national anniversary proclamation, municipal employee salary increases, and paid parking.

Commented on budget risks including COLA increases and growing infrastructure backlogs.

Emphasized the poor condition of local streets and bike paths and urged prioritizing infrastructure over other projects.

Suggested highlighting total city financial needs and proposed a rental bed tax to generate revenue.

Supported commission autonomy, review of the affordable housing ordinance, and advocated for long-term fiscal planning and labor cost considerations.

Advocated for prioritizing marginalized communities in budget allocations, expanding public safety concepts to include sidewalk and filtration improvements, and retaining CDBG funding levels.