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Resident urges answers on Westwind redevelopment agreement; cites NCAI action
Summary
A resident asked the council for clarity about the Westwind redevelopment agreement and enforcement; she said she has repeatedly requested answers and noted the National Congress of American Indians passed a resolution opposing Westwind, asking the city where to obtain responses.
During audience participation at the end of the meeting, a resident identified as Keisha (speaker 12) asked the council for updates and answers about the Westwind redevelopment agreement and how it is being enforced.
Keisha said she and others have repeatedly requested clarity from council members and city staff and described unsuccessful attempts to obtain answers by email. She said she had contacted the mayor and other staff and received little substantive response. Keisha also stated that "the National Congress of American Indians did in fact pass a legislation standing against Westwind," describing that body’s action as the National Congress’ official stance and asking the city where to go to get clear answers.
Mayor Booker said the request was heard and that he would consult with the city attorney. Keisha declined to add further public comment at that time.
The council did not take action during audience participation but the mayor committed to follow up with legal staff about her concerns.
Note: Keisha’s reference to the National Congress of American Indians and its position was reported by the speaker during public comment and was not presented with supporting documentation in the meeting record; council did not provide an immediate substantive response during public comment.
