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Residents use public comment to debate DEI, town‑center plan, school funding and community character
Summary
Dozens of residents addressed the March 17 council meeting during the community input period, voicing divergent views on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), concerns about the town‑center redevelopment plan and its density, and appeals for more school funding and neighborhood amenities.
During the March 17 community input period, a number of residents spoke to a range of topics, with repeated themes on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), the town‑center planning effort, school funding and community character.
Speakers who identified as critical of DEI said the city should focus on core municipal services and follow the charter; others defended DEI work as part of inclusion, citing practical community benefits and urging the council…
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