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Subject:Public Comment for Council Meeting
Date:Tuesday, April 14, 2026 9:45:28 PM
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Thank you, Mayor & Council. I would like to discuss a matter that arose
during the last meeting. Some of the statements made and accusations
leveled against Dr. Ortiz require my attention.
Firstly, Kim raised a point regarding your statement about caring deeply for
this city due to raising a family here. She pointed out that Oxbow is not
there, despite your assertion that it was not. I have a cousin who resides
near Oxbow and has experienced its consequences firsthand. Additionally,
I would like to highlight that families residing near Oxbow are raising
children who are developing cancer. Your inaction in addressing this issue
is concerning. Refusing to acknowledge its existence is not an acceptable
response.
Secondly, I would like to address the comments made about Dr. Ortiz’s
alleged racism. It is ironic that the same individuals who accuse Dr. Ortiz
of racism also applauded James Penman when he made false statements
about her. It is important to provide these individuals with accurate
information. James Penman was censured for his racist remarks, which
included derogatory statements about the African-American and Hispanic
communities. Therefore, if you are going to accuse Dr. Ortiz of racism, it is
crucial to refrain from supporting the individual who is a racist himself.
Furthermore, Kim raised the issue of Dr. Ortiz’s actions regarding the first
black chief and the assumption that she may have used the N-word. While I
find this humorous, it is important to recognize that the same individuals
who accused Dr. Ortiz of racism including you Kim remained silent when
Amy Malone was called the N-word at a podium during a meeting. Your
lack of response to this incident suggests a selective outrage.
I have reviewed the meeting minutes from that time and can confirm that