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Council members press to restore people’s budget, target downtown redevelopment and preservation funds
Summary
Members proposed restoring $5 million to the people’s budget in FY28, targeting funds for affordable housing and neighborhood displacement grants, and aligning CIP investments to small‑area plans to kick‑start the Central Business District; members argued these steps encourage development while protecting vulnerable residents.
Several council members centered housing and downtown development in their amendment packages.
Councilmember Bridal asked that $5,000,000 be placed in the CIP for FY28 to fund the people’s budget and to provide certainty for the engagement process. Councilwoman Robertson proposed restoring a…
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