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Requested transparency and city-led community listening sessions regarding proposed data center developments and questioned taxpayer funding for the Greater Yuma Economic Development Corporation.

Expressed strong opposition from residents near 6th Street regarding proposed data centers near residential subdivisions and asked council to reconsider zoning.

Presented a citizen initiative proposal demanding greater transparency and earlier public access to information regarding major city developments.

Reflected on the long-term positive legacy of city youth programs and international exchange projects.

Expressed concern over the massive water consumption of data centers amid ongoing Colorado River drought conditions.

Voiced strong opposition to data centers due to excessive power and water demands, linking them to AI bubbles and utility shortfalls.

Asked detailed questions regarding data center construction timelines, water usage, environmental impacts, and taxpayer costs.

Voiced public health concerns regarding air pollution, noise, and water scarcity associated with data centers.

Spoke as a member of the Cocopah Indian Tribe, warning that data centers and related mining (such as uranium and copper) will adversely impact tribal lands and water.

Offered humorous remarks honoring retiring City Clerk Linda Bishong.

Shared survey results from door-to-door canvassing, noting lack of transparency on projects like data centers, strong support for grocery tax repeal, and requests for police staffing and park improvements.

Raised concerns about severe traffic congestion and poor stormwater drainage surrounding proposed housing projects near Fresno Avenue.

Criticized the mayor's conflict of interest disclosures regarding capital improvement projects and urged support for reopening Kennedy Pool.

Expressed frustration over a lack of resident notification regarding nearby housing developments and highlighted traffic and infrastructure limits.

Opposed the scale of proposed housing developments in Country Club Estates due to narrow streets, parking issues, and flooding.

Thanked staff for assistance and urged the city to implement affordable housing policies by reducing water and sewer tap fees for infill lots.