Local resident cites Civil Rights Restoration Act and asks how citizens can register interest in redevelopment lots

During the public-comment period, Dr. Carolyn Klein of 62 Thompson Boulevard told the council she reviewed regulations governing municipal programs and cited the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987 when discussing nondiscrimination in access to city programs and publicly accessible buildings.

Klein said Coldwater's designation as a redevelopment-ready community through the Michigan Economic Development Corporation carries obligations to ensure planning and project prioritization comply with nondiscrimination principles. She asked whether there is a way for citizens to indicate an interest in purchasing specific lots — for example in areas referenced near Swan River — and whether the city maintains a form or registry to notify the public when lots become available.

Council did not provide a specific form or immediate answer during the meeting; staff listened to the comment and thanked Klein for her input. The matter was recorded in the minutes but no action or staff assignment was announced at the meeting.