A number of citizens had critical questions and comments regarding the bond. Why was the 2004 bond not being addressed? The 2004 NY State audit of the city’s budget admonished that the fund balance was not to be used as a revenue. Why have the cost overruns not been examined? Why not go ahead and bond the 2004 approved amount, and pursue “Options 4 or 5″ - go out for the additional bond later after an evaluation of needs?
Citizens in favor of bonding
The bond resolution was tabled pending further discussion. However, many members of the public spoke out in favor of the bond as is, with arguments ranging from faith to fiduciary duty.