Mayor Weiss opened the item and called for public comment. Les Wall discussed the increases people are seeing to all of their bills and the difficulty with a fixed income. Mr. Wall stated the city does not need new parking facilities and the bonds being presented are not needed. Mr. Wall stated seniors thought the recreation center would be a senior center and stated he will vote no on bonds. Jim McDonald discussed the measures under consideration and stated it may not be the right time. Mr. McDonald discussed phases of the parks projects and discussed getting the new utility rate out to help affordability rather than have new parks projects. Mr. McDonald stated a new animal is needed, but not sure about the location or specific project. Ms. Barron reviewed the animal shelter history and location options including two areas by Lake Pflugerville, the existing location, the recreation center, and next to the Justice Center. Ms. Barron answered questions regarding capacity and future needs. Ms. McLendon provided information about an increase in number, the kinds of spaces needed, and answered questions from council. Ms. Barron reviewed the community survey results.

Bastiat Liberty & Property Rights Analysis

This motion is scored as EXPANDS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 8.7/10). Under the Bastiat Liberty Watchdog Index, measures that increase tax rates or fee schedules, issue new debt or Certificates of Obligation, expand regulatory/zoning restrictions on private land use, or authorize unbudgeted spending expansions reduce an official's Freedom Score when voted YES (and reward dissenting NO votes).