Water and Wastewater Utility Rates and ETJ Impact

Stated that water bills in Six Creeks are outrageous, adding that minimum fees are too high for residents who cannot vote in city elections.

Criticized the city's water rate hikes, alleging contract violations, unaddressed Chapter 50 ordinances, and excessive billing.

Invited residents to a Kyle Lions Club fundraiser and urged the council to address contract violations regarding Six Creeks water rates.

Shared personal hardships of extreme water conservation and high bills as a retiree living in Six Creeks.

Spoke in support of a forensic audit to ensure public funds are managed properly and urged the council to honor the Six Creeks contract.

Challenged the equity of water connection fees and the disparate percentage increases between inside and outside city customers.

Expressed concerns regarding agenda items 7, 20, 23, 25, and 28, questioning public works spending, road bond overruns, and council subcommittees.

Called for a pause on roundabouts, advocated for a forensic audit, and criticized the proposed creation of council subcommittees.

Strongly opposed the proposed council subcommittee structure, arguing it diminishes citizen participation and concentrates power.

Expressed distress as a student over high ETJ water bills, noting that PID funds helped build utility infrastructure now serving new homes.

Shared retirement concerns over rising water costs in Six Creeks, warning that high bills threaten homeownership and property values.