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Reverend Andrew Jowers urges transparency, thanks crews for Losee Street resurfacing
Summary
During public comment, Reverend Andrew Jowers thanked crews for resurfacing Losee Street, noted standing-water issues remain, praised a NAACP candidate forum and urged voters to support candidates who will prioritize affordable housing and residents.
Reverend Andrew Jowers, who identified himself in public comment as from Ward 6, thanked city crews for resurfacing Losee Street while urging the council to address remaining standing-water problems.
"Let's vote for those who are willing to put the residents of Galesburg 1st on their agenda," Jowers said, urging transparent campaigning and a focus on affordable housing and shelter for people experiencing homelessness. He also commended the local NAACP for a well-attended candidate forum at the new library.
Jowersremarks were part of the public-comment period; the council did not take action on the issues he raised at this meeting but acknowledged the concerns and the recent roadwork.
