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Celebrated major announcements regarding Shepard Air Force Base, including the Space Force DARC site selection and T-7A Red Hawk fleet recapitalization.

Highlighted the need for a grocery store on the east side and raised concerns about high grass blocking traffic visibility.

Praised a local roofing contractor coalition for providing a free roof replacement to an east side resident.

Announced ongoing community outreach efforts by local contractors to remodel homes and support east side residents.

Discussed the work of CHARM supporting at-risk youth and urged the council to proactively address east side flooding and infrastructure.

Raised concerns about environmental risks at the former mall site and questioned the issuance of non-voter approved debt.

Criticized the city over perceived lack of development and infrastructure progress on the east side, citing drainage issues and unfulfilled flood mitigation promises.

Thanked the city parks department for supporting the Texoma's Hellacious Obstacle Run mud run at Lucy Park with over 1,600 participants.

Invited council and community members to participate in the 45th anniversary of the Hotter'N Hell 100 bike ride and highlighted MSU cycling team successes.

Echoed calls for East Side flood mitigation, economic development equity, and community investment.

Asked for clarification regarding WPT Power Corporation's facility expansion project.

Raised concerns over city expenditures on Midwestern Parkway redevelopment and operating losses without confirmed buyers.

Highlighted the struggles of the Youth Opportunity Center on the east side and a lack of funding compared to other areas.

Expressed support for the property swap with Wichita Falls Streams and Valleys on the consent agenda.

Asked staff whether the proposed data center had requested tax abatements.

Expressed opposition to the Airport Drive data center project, citing resource and water concerns.