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Last discussed Jan 13, 2026.

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OpposedTim EarlJan 13, 2026

Argued three 'lies' were being told: disputed survey framing, said Take Back the Trash is funded by Best Way and the Balkema family with over $20,000 in campaign donations, and said the movement is about money, not choice.

City Council - Jan 13, 2026 · 21:30 →
OpposedMary StillmanJan 13, 2026

Said she was insulted by the 'manipulation' accusation, denied Best Way acted improperly, and called the ordinance a slippery slope of control.

City Council - Jan 13, 2026 · 32:33 →