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Residents urge action on speeding, inclusion, homelessness and praise downtown progress in public comment
Summary
During public comment Newton residents and nonprofit leaders praised downtown progress, urged action on speeding and drainage, asked the city to affirm inclusion policies and create an advisory council, and described local social-service needs and nonprofit impacts.
Several residents and organization representatives spoke during the Newton City Councils public-comment period on July 15, raising issues ranging from traffic safety and drainage to inclusion and support for people experiencing homelessness.
Patrick Sterchi of South Brady Avenue thanked Finance Director Kimberley Robinson for meeting about city finances and described his revitalization of a downtown building, noting the renovation succeeded despite local skepticism. Jesse Alden delivered a statement on behalf of the LGBTQ+ Democratic…
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