Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget and Public Health Funding

Expressed concern over the proposed 75% reduction in city funding for Net Health, arguing that public health is a core municipal responsibility.

Highlighted Net Health's extensive testing and inspection services across East Texas and questioned the rationale behind cutting funding to the health district.

Advocated for small businesses and local contractors, suggesting the city should use open competitive bidding rather than cooperative purchasing contracts that may favor out-of-town vendors.