Haytai Promise CDC

Questioned city lease payments to Scientific Properties at Golden Belt and raised concerns about Haytai Promise CDC spending and accountability.

Asked the council to vote no on Item 12 and bring the original community coalition back to the table to ensure transparent revitalization.

Requested audits of city ARPA funds and nonprofit spending, and highlighted the lack of affordable housing options for low-income residents.

Spoke in favor of the Haytai Promise CDC project, emphasizing deep local roots and the need for economic opportunity in the corridor.

Advocated for the Haytai Promise CDC project, noting it follows ULI study recommendations and urging the council to let community work continue.

Supported Item 12, sharing his background in city planning and commitment to generational economic development in Haytai.

Raised concerns about ongoing safety issues and homeless encampments at Oakwood Park, asking for a transparent long-term plan.

Criticized the Haytai Promise CDC selection process and questioned the allocation and governance of the Fayetteville Street corridor funds.

Shared personal experiences with neighborhood gun violence on her birthday and called for better city responsiveness to community needs.

Advocated for youth employment programs and criticized city leadership for high salaries and lack of direct community outreach.

Expressed frustration with ineffective homeless plans, consultant reliance, and a lack of authentic community engagement.

Expressed disappointment over council absences at a recent UDO zoning meeting and questioned city density plans.