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Citizens raise alarm over troubling city contract issues

July 16, 2024 | City of Lake Wales, Polk County, Florida



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Citizens raise alarm over troubling city contract issues
During a recent government meeting, citizen Kathryn Price addressed the commission, expressing gratitude for a recent water session and advocating for more community engagement events. Price emphasized the complexity of local issues and the importance of direct communication between citizens and city officials.

However, she raised concerns regarding the Bislink contract, which was briefly discussed during the meeting. Price criticized the contract's lack of clarity and accountability, noting that it hindered effective performance audits due to insufficient financial reporting provisions. She highlighted the potential risks associated with the contract, particularly regarding the city's investment in a building linked to the company. Price questioned whether the city or Bislink financed the building and warned that if the company fails to perform as a business incubator, the city may struggle to reclaim its investment.

Price concluded her remarks by expressing frustration over the meeting's focus on citizen management rather than addressing the critical issues surrounding the Bislink contract. Her comments underscore the need for transparency and accountability in municipal contracts, as well as the importance of citizen involvement in local governance.

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