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Opposed the water rate increase, questioning the allocation of utility funds to non-utility projects.

Raised concerns about water alliance representation, Atmos rate increases, and the sewer line warranty fee increase, arguing it disproportionately impacts renters and lower-income residents.

During the public hearing, criticized the utility rate hikes and insurance fees, warning they harm apartment renters and housing affordability.

Asked technical questions about the water and sewer fund balance and later spoke during the small lot ordinance hearing about building costs and alleyways.

Criticized the lengthy delays and current condition of Watercrest Road, questioning planning and oversight.

Strongly opposed the wholesale water contract, citing local drought conditions, active developments, and water resource protection.

Expressed skepticism about selling water outside the city given future growth potential.

Spoke as a representative for Texas Water Utilities in support of the wholesale water agreement.

Presented data from state reports regarding septic tank elimination and questioned why CIP projects in the donut hole remain uncompleted despite annexation promises.

Highlighted severe flooding in her neighborhood within the donut hole and complained that wastewater plans and taxes do not adequately serve existing residents.

Expressed concern over lead and copper water notices sent to residents and criticized leadership priorities.

Asked about cost analyses for the water alliance, questioned agenda items, and raised procedural concerns.

Expressed frustration over a lack of CIP drainage projects for the Donut Hole area since annexation and criticized outdated FEMA flood maps.

Expressed concerns about long-term debt, sanitary sewer evaluation survey costs, bond fund allocations, and fee increases impacting pet euthanasia, golf courses, and rental housing.

Expressed concern over reducing consecutive trigger days in the drought plan, removing Stage four restrictions, and whether the city complies with water limits on public land.

A Yowell Ranch resident shared personal experiences with low morning water pressure and traffic, acknowledging that development is inevitable but urging careful consideration.

Highlighted growing water scarcity in Central Texas and questioned how water restrictions and increased housing density can be realistically enforced.

Asked for a cost breakdown and transparency regarding consent agenda item number two for the water supply contract.

Spoke about ARPA fund expenditures and supported the proposed car wash water conservation regulations.

Questioned the costs of various agenda items including pump station contracts, software renewals, and monument naming.

Suggested that renting a crane body occasionally might be more cost-effective than purchasing one for nearly $120,000.

Expressed concern that water system upgrades are being rushed to shift capacity loads from Belton, urging the council to prioritize city finances.

Raised concerns about WCID #1 project costs, debt impacts, and whether Killeen truly needs additional water capacity given existing supplies.

Expressed frustration over recent water billing controversies, called for a forensic audit, and criticized city management and communication.

Asked detailed questions about water pressure, end-user costs, and the auditor's pay increase details published on the city website.

Expressed support for the water master plan agreement but asked how engineering firms are selected.

Expressed long-standing dissatisfaction with local drinking water quality and recounted an unsatisfactory past interaction with the city manager.

Criticized city leadership for enforcing Stage 2 water restrictions on residents while commercial car washes operate without water recycling regulations.

Expressed concern over water mismanagement, the high number of car washes, and broken water pipes without accountability.

Spoke about severe, recurring flooding at his rental property on Evergreen Drive and urged the city to take action.

Supported backyard chickens but noted setback restrictions make coops difficult; questioned ROI projections for Rehab Warriors; and criticized the financial viability of the South Service Area water expansion.

Questioned why a water line expansion requires 15 additional rights-of-way and asked about rebidding striping services.

Proposed long-term water planning solutions, including renewing Brazos River Authority contracts, using gray water for public parks and golf courses, and developing artificial aquifers.

Expressed opposition to narrowing Bunny Trail and raised concerns about water department customer service and billing notifications.

Expressed concern over water pressure drops from new developments, budget allocations for downtown bank demolition versus first responders, and zoning loophole concerns.

Addressed North Killeen food deserts, arguing for private incentives, and questioned WCID #1's necessity to incur debt for generators when alternative funds exist.

Stressed that water is the most vital city service, supporting water treatment expansions despite costs to ensure future growth.