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Citizens debate downtown investment and convention center plan
About 1,000 signatures could trigger a council vote on amending the ordinance to back a convention center. If approved, the council may delay, hold a special election, or redirect funds. Petition organizers argue it preserves public input, while chamber officials warn it could constrain future councils and arts funding.
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Rahe
Chamber
Michael Meek
Council
Meek
Betty Dunkin
Floyd Akers
Robert Kendrick
Gruene