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Expressed opposition to the Westwood zoning change, raising concerns about the concentration of low-income housing and strain on municipal services.

Expressed opposition via Zoom, arguing that the project concentrates poverty and violates fair housing principles.

Expressed concerns about the fast-tracked planning process and noted ongoing litigation challenging the planning commission's actions.

Expressed concerns from Price Hill residents about traffic safety, inadequate community benefits agreements, and problem properties.

Inquired about an unauthorized fence placed on his property lot at 1734 Republic Street.

Asked for assistance regarding code compliance fines and a 30-day repair deadline on a family home.

Voiced concerns on behalf of Over-the-Rhine Community Housing regarding service relocations and true affordability at St. Francis Seraph site.

Expressed concern over the city's $4 million purchase of Franciscan property for 3CDC and urged that social services remain in Over-the-Rhine.

Reported that a legal complaint had been filed regarding alleged Open Meetings Act violations during a June zoning commission session on the project.

Raised concerns about project density, traffic impact, and inconsistencies in developer communications regarding funding for the Ferguson Road project.

Argued against the Westline Flats project on the west side, citing strains on local social services, police response times, and poverty concentration.

Shared concerns about neighborhood housing needs, advocating for homeownership opportunities rather than concentrated rental housing.

Strongly opposed the Westline Flats project, framing it as classism and poverty dumping on the west side.

Thanked council for positive feedback regarding ongoing development and streetscaping efforts in Westwood.

Praised city leadership on the budget process and urged support for grocery stores in underserved areas.

Proposed clearing a corner in Bond Hill by opening a legal cannabis store staffed by local youth.

Presented details on the Kinsey Lofts senior housing project in Walnut Hills and requested city support amidst tax credit deadlines.

Announced local documentary and youth employment projects in Madisonville and Avondale.

Called on council to move beyond apologies and enact concrete reparative investments for Black residents, referencing historical displacements like the Kenyon Barr neighborhood.

Criticized corporate development, 3CDC, and policing, while promoting working-class political candidates.

Called for reparative justice and economic opportunities for the Black community in Cincinnati.

Expressed ongoing frustration regarding a stalled property project and lack of administrative responsiveness.

Criticized city property acquisition practices in Black and brown neighborhoods and questioned equity in economic development funding.

Business & Community Relations Manager described chamber collaborations and statehouse advocacy efforts.

Board Chair of the Workforce Council of Southwest Ohio presented overview of workforce initiatives and client demand.

Executive Director of the Workforce Council discussed career fairs, community resource events, and federal funding constraints.

Called for thorough vetting of developers and greater support for minority business owners and entrepreneurs.

Criticized council members regarding small business support and community representation.

Expressed concerns about developers and community impacts regarding projects in Norwood and Hyde Park.

Criticized city policies on property receivership, housing court, and alleged redlining of Black neighborhoods.

Requested legal assistance and complained about false lease violations and tenant issues at Clifton Place Apartments.

Expressed appreciation on behalf of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority for collaborative civic engagement with city leaders.

Expressed frustration over lack of justice and dismissed city symbols and construction project rejections.

A West End resident and council member spoke in favor of funding the West End Sports Bar and Grill to bring dining options to the neighborhood.

Co-owner of West End Sports Bar and Grill reported construction progress and asked council for final financial support to open the anchor business.

Spoke in favor of the Avondale Film Festival request, outlining its three-year path to financial sustainability.

Advocated for property owners who lost homes under receivership programs.

Raised concerns about poor living conditions, plumbing failures, and alleged retaliation by management at the Villages of Roheel.

Responded to comments regarding an Over-the-Rhine property project and receivership work.

Spoke on behalf of Black property owners facing predatory code enforcement, fines, and receivership.

Criticized city property practices and alleged disparate treatment of minority property owners.

Urged council to use creative development strategies that prevent gentrification and allow long-term residents to stay in their neighborhoods.

Spoke as a lifelong West Ender opposing the displacement of long-term residents and loss of community land.

Urged Council to forgive the debt of City West, preserve public housing, and highlighted youth college scholarship initiatives.

Urged Council to commit to affordable housing preservation at City West and protect existing low-income units.

Shared personal tragedy regarding his daughter and passionately urged Council to fight for City West residents against displacement.

Applauded the mayor's focus on disrupting poverty and affordable housing, and asked about resident job earmarks on housing construction.

Asked detailed questions on behalf of City West residents regarding housing options, RAD/PRAC, and clearing debt.

Shared health concerns regarding mold at City West and demanded safety improvements in local parks as Queen Arie Reed's grandmother.

Expressed appreciation for the meeting and discussed community architecture and professional decision-making.

Expressed deep concern over the potential sale of City West properties and whether residents will be able to afford to return.

Criticized city leadership regarding past West End displacement and housing equity.

Offered condolences and criticized city inspection and housing court practices affecting Black property owners.

Spoke as a West End advocate and resident, reminding Council of their 2023 public apology and demanding accountability regarding City West.