Trolley purchase and operation

Presented a private alternative in which his partnership would buy, maintain and operate the two trolleys at roughly half the city's ~$600,000 cost, keeping the risk off taxpayers; said staff never fully engaged the February proposal.

Hotel representative supporting the trolley concept, noting 52% of the local economy depends on hospitality and retail and urging the council to consider residents, businesses and visitors comprehensively.

Resident and business owner who sees both sides: the cost shouldn't fall on residents alone, but trolleys could help both groups during construction if the right structure and marketing are chosen.

Speaking for the business district, called the trolley plan excellent, said it substitutes for an unaffordable parking structure, and defended staff's work against critics.