Remarks by Byron Fassett
24 remarks on the record, newest first · Page 1 of 1
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“Look at this one. I know, that's an awe. And you can see that one eye missing, but he is a beauty. He is a beauty. So let's go ahead and meet Hayes. He is a nine to 10 year old who has the sweetest, gentlest soul you'll ever meet. Hayes may only have one eye, but that does not stop him from showing his love to everyone he meets. Once you meet him, you will notice his calm, quiet, and easygoing personality. And there's a bonus with him. Hayes does not react to other dogs, even gets along with cats, and we tested today, and he also gets along with council person Carter Halston. Hayes is looking…”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Excuse me, I make a motion to adopt a resolution adopting the members to the downtown advisory board as stated and as written with the names.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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Not quoted here: it may name a member of the public. Hear it at the meeting.
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“I need to see the minutes on that. I don't know. I don't remember it being a unanimous vote. They raised a lot of concerns regarding it, and legitimate concerns. Concerns, you know, there's a lot of other options that we have to consider. We want to get this done as quickly as possible, but we don't want the haste and we don't want to GO DOWN A ROAD THAT WE'RE GOING TO REGRET LATER. SO THAT BEING SAID, I DON'T KNOW THAT IT WAS A UNANIMOUS DECISION. WHAT WAS UNANIMOUS WAS THAT IF WE AS ‑‑ BECAUSE THEY DO UNDERSTAND THEIR ADVISORY BOARD AND THEY CAN ONLY ADVISE. BUT IF WE WENT WITH SHRADY, THEY…”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“I don't want to speak 100% for the advisory board, but I think they do understand our challenges and that we want to get this done. They want to get this done. They have concerns, but I think they do trust that if we go at that location, we will find ways to resolve it. They the concern about the noise study. I think the fact that that has not been done, if we intend to do it, I OK, but the fact that it's not included in this report, it's not included in this resolution. I think I mean, I just think we have to be cognizant of the past and the fear of the past and the challenges that our…”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Make sure understand that then so if we were to table or delay for a couple weeks that it doesn't cause a big impact we can still move forward with that property understanding that we were so no matter what for the city to utilize was just say that we went somewhere else for them to show that that property still have to be was rezone but as you people government correct.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“OK, well, then my answer is I'd like to know all the facts related to the sound, because what if the sound issue is so loud and so high that it becomes cost prohibitive? So again, I'm more leaning towards let's make sure we know all the facts. Let's make an informed decision. And if And that way we can wait on the count. I mean, I'm more like waiting. I'm more about waiting a little bit longer. Let's get that information. That way the entire council can make an informed decision. And then we can proceed with the rezoning at that point.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“We've got one more question, Mayor, if you may. When do we anticipate that we will have the license sound study?”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“No, that's fine. Again, arguably, or not arguably, admittedly, I'm very new at this. I mean, what I'm looking for and what I think would be helpful in this situation is for a pause, just so we can get that, because it just seems to me there's a lot of stuff hinging on this licensed sound study. And if we could just pause it, you know, listen to the community, because I think it's really about, making sure that they have all the information so they can ask informed questions of us, but at the same time for the council to actually have that information. It just seems to me if that sound study…”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Yeah. And just for clarity, I don't remember that we looked at. I know I saw six. I don't know that we had a big discussion on that. I remember looking at all the dates, but I'm actually of the mindset we need to get some dirt moving. And I want to push and, you know, in truth and reporting, I like the Shrady site. I can find some challenges with it. I do like the site. I actually find it maybe one of the quietest places in the city, quite frankly. that being said i'm just trying to be responsive to the community and to our board because i i hear the comments i see the comments and i think…”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“What I'd like to ask on that, because I mean that makes, so we get to that point, if I understand it correctly, it falls apart because the sound is just unrealistic. We would just go back to square one and they would pick up and figure it out from there. What I would also propose that we do, I like that, is We're gonna have a person doing a sound study. Is there an independent consultant related to animals that can tell us what that sound study says? I don't know what the benchmark is for sound for dogs. Who's going to make that determination? What is too much sound, what is too little? So…”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“AND WITH THAT BEING SAID, THEN, SINCE WE VOTED, IF WE APPROVED THIS TONIGHT, THEN HEARFT WALKER IS ON BOARD. THAT GROUP IS ON BOARD. WE GET OUR SOUND STUDY. ON THAT 20th MEETING, WOULD THEY BE ABLE TO COME HERE AND PROVIDE A PRESENTATION FOR US AND THE COMMUNITY?”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Not really a question, but a comment. I definitely want to thank you. I've just had a chance here the past couple of days to hear you a couple of times, and I'm smarter every time I listen to you. And I really appreciate just how thorough your presentations are. And frankly, I'm just a common man. I'm not an economic guy. And you say it in a manner that even I can understand. So thank you. Thank you, sir.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“I know. Isn't that a cute one? All right, I want to go ahead and introduce you to Tommy Pickles. Five to six year old, came to the shelter severely emaciated and looking for someone to love him. Even though the beginning of his life hasn't been the easiest, he still shows love to those he meets. Everyone who meets him says the same thing. He is the sweetest, gentlest, and the most loving dog, deserves a safe and loving home. Tommy needs a rescue, a foster, or an adopter who will give him the love, care, and nutrition he needs to get healthy and finally know what it feels like to be loved. He…”
City Council · Sep 1, 2026
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“Yeah, I asked to pull it. And first of all, outstanding presentation. I always enjoy listening to your presentations. I asked to pull this. Mayor, you said the other day, and I find myself thinking about all the time, I know more about wastewater than I ever thought I would know since I came on council and there's more to learn. The reason I wanted it pulled is I really wanted the citizens to really hear what I call the behind the curtain work that goes on. The amount of infrastructure work that goes on, I did not understand it, and I'm still amazed by the work that you do. And items like…”
City Council · Sep 1, 2026
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“I will go ahead and make a motion to approve this as written and as stated.”
City Council · Sep 1, 2026
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“I don't know if it's not much a question, but some comments to it. I don't think it was unfair to put us in this position. I think this has been an amazing opportunity. I'm being serious. From day one of this council, thrown two lines then, and it has allowed us to have some very candid discussions, and I think we all have learned a lot from it. I don't know that it's a bad position. Good governance comes from having discussions like this. And frankly, good governance comes from disagreements. I've always said a 7-0 vote's not always a good thing. Disagreement is a good thing. That being…”
City Council · Sep 1, 2026
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“WHEN WE SAY THAT, IT IMPLIES IN MY MIND AS A READER that harm was done. The process was not equitable. But I don't think anywhere, I think we all can agree, there was no error. Equity was there. So I think that statement is not an accurate statement. It implies that, not only does it imply that error occurred, but I think it It takes away the vote by utilizing this from council members, and I think it disenfranchises the citizens. That's just my take and my opinion on it. So I do have a challenge in that. But I will keep it brief because, again, I think everybody's done, including yourself,…”
City Council · Sep 1, 2026
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“And I think your point is very well taken. I've heard some comments tonight on that. And I used to say at my job, then if we don't like the rules and the laws, we change the laws, but we can't change them in the moment. to because then it looks like because it's no longer equitable at that time. It does look like favoritism is being produced. But if we should look at if they are outdated, then we should have a look at it. And we had we actually have a charter thing coming up that where we can actually have that hard look. So I agree. We think we got agreement.”
City Council · Sep 1, 2026
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“Okay. Okay. Let me get my presentation up there and make sure. You'll see Dulcy up there. Meet Dulcy. This is a one to two year old shepherd sweetness of a girl who truly lives up to her name. Dulcy loves everyone she meets, including those with four legs. There's a bonus about Dulcy. She is great on a leash. However, she has the most adorable habit of stopping frequently just so you can give her some pets and love. Actually, Carter has the same problem when you walk with him. Dulce is looking for a family who will love her as much as she loves everyone she meets. If you'd like to meet Dulce…”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“ON THAT NOTE, I WANT TO THANK THE STAFF ON THIS. As we've noticed, it's been a challenge for us to get this bond money going. You've done a great job on this. I really like the timeline. I think that helps everybody really visualize when and where this is going to happen. So really looking forward to it. And again, I really think it speaks volumes to the staff because, you know, council made this priority a few months ago and said, let's move. And you all heard us and you've heard the citizens and you made it happen. So thank you, sir.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“I think you do, and I want to say you did an outstanding job. That was great material, and I love the tone and tenor of the way you presented it, so thank you.”
City Council · Aug 4, 2026
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Not quoted here: it may name a member of the public. Hear it at the meeting.
City Council · Aug 4, 2026
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“Yeah, just to clarify, though, Little Einstein's, that falls under the school category, doesn't it?”
City Council · Aug 4, 2026