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Public commenters urged compassion on homelessness, called for measured growth and praised outgoing leaders
Summary
During public comment, speakers urged compassionate responses to homelessness, urged 'smart growth' to preserve McKinney's character, and offered personal thanks to Mayor Fuller and Councilmember Phillips.
McKINNEY, Texas — Public comment at the June City Council meeting covered three main themes: homelessness and outreach approaches, concerns about large-scale or high-density development, and personal tributes to outgoing Mayor George Fuller and Councilmember Charlie Phillips.
On homelessness, Paul Ballesteros (founder and president of a local nonprofit serving people experiencing homelessness) urged council and residents to…
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