Time Stamp on Video Recording of Meeting - 01:11
Public comment was called for on the items already covered by Leigh Griffing and the Mayor and Dale Bickell.
Haven Seagraves made public comment about how the houselessness is affecting the City and how something needs to be done, as it is affecting the safety of the city.
Ms. Pulley made comments regarding the budget request for encampments and cleanup and funding.
Matts Larson offered comment about providing references for the costs of things, and where these numbers come from.
Allen Ault, candidate for Ward 4, City Council. Commented on the comparison of ourselves to other cities and how it should be them comparing themselves to us. Stated the City should live within its means and shouldn't be overspending.
Chris Kennedy offered comment about accepting the amendments offered by Daniel Carlino and Sandra Vasecka. Wondering if full-detail budget reports could be made available.
Robert Dunlop made comment about businesses are paying more in taxes then that expense is going to trickle down to us. As Missoulians, he stated we are used to having certain things, but those things may not be affordable right now. The culprit is spending. Until spending is under control, taxes will not be under control.
Time Stamp on Video Recording of Meeting for Amendment - 01:25
Sandra Vasecka thanked everyone for coming down for comment and thanked the Mayor for other items that would have been amendments, but had been funded in the budget. Please see the video recording for full details of information presented by Sandra in support of the amendment and discussion amongst the councilors.
Public comment was called for.
Allen Ault commented on accepting this amendment.