Residents question need for Commons on First apartments; staff says projects require supporting data

Aug 11, 2026

Two residents raised concerns about whether sufficient research supports the Commons on First apartment project, expected to begin construction in the spring; staff replied that the city needs a range of housing and that projects must provide substantial supporting data before advancing.

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During the citizen forum, residents Katelyn Brashear and Paul Ehm expressed concern about the Commons on First apartment development, which is expected to begin construction in the spring. They asked whether enough research had been completed to demonstrate local need for additional housing.

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