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Thanked city staff for their work on the Cline contract project, which will bring 24 homes valued at $40 million.

Representing developer Jpi, clarified that their company specializes in market-rate luxury garden apartments rather than 55-plus housing.

Shared how she moved to Friendswood to enjoy Garage Ultimate and urged council to keep the corridor industrial.

Representing the applicant, explained that the site is a transitional area near a golf course and park, and noted plans for buffers, regional detention, and a traffic impact analysis.

Voiced neighborhood concerns over traffic, past home flooding and drainage, and the suitability of high-density apartments.

Stated he bought industrial-zoned car condos to avoid multifamily developments and feared property value erosion.

Expressed safety and traffic concerns regarding adding nearly 400 residential units along the congested FM 2351 corridor.

Spoke on behalf of Garage Ultimate property owners, objecting to high-density residential next to industrial zoning and citing traffic and safety concerns near Clear Creek High School.

Expressed concerns on behalf of Garage Ultimate owners regarding potential noise complaints from new residents, increased crime, and heavy traffic using private access easements.

Asked whether a traffic light would be installed to handle heavy traffic along FM 2351 near the high school.

He provided an update on the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership's work and its support for local projects.

Michael Ross praised Tom Hinckley, raised concerns about a defaulted economic development agreement, and criticized the city's low-bid contractor selection for the Blackhawk project.

Introduced himself to the committee and announced his upcoming run for City Council Position 6.

Shared examples of how other Texas cities regulate food trucks with minimal restrictions on private property.

Expressed support for family-oriented special events and women-owned small businesses.

Encouraged the city to foster relationships with resident-owned small businesses to prevent residents from shopping in neighboring towns.

Requested regulatory clarity on timelines and event permit requirements for mobile food trailers.

Spoke in favor of special events and food trucks, explaining how they help local artists and small businesses survive economic challenges.

Owner of Friendswood Scoop Shop requested ordinance revisions to allow food trucks on her property during special events to boost winter sales.

Spoke in support of the Scoop Shop and encouraged the city to help local family businesses thrive.

Co-owner of Friendswood Scoop Shop pointed out vague language in the zoning ordinance regarding special events and asked for supportive revisions.

Shared comparative data on food truck permitting in Pearland and Katy.

High school employee of the Scoop Shop spoke about how special events drive community engagement and foot traffic.

Emphasized the importance of family-oriented special events in helping young families connect in Friendswood.

Owner of Gimme a Bark urged council to support small businesses navigating economic challenges through special events.

Advocated for partnerships between small businesses and food trucks, noting employment benefits for disabled adults.

Owner of Goodwood's British Market spoke in favor of special events and food trucks for energizing the local economy.

Advocated for updating ordinances to allow food trucks at special events, citing economic studies showing they complement brick-and-mortar restaurants.