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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Battle Creek public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Brownfield Plan and 240-unit development at 15105 S. Helmer Road
The biggest fight of the night: a $48.9M apartment complex with $22.6M in tax capture over 30 years. Neighbors worry about traffic near two schools and property values; supporters say it's market-rate housing for workers, not subsidized units.
BCPD juvenile stop and alleged FBI investigation
Multiple residents raised the police stop of a 14-year-old in Washington Heights, alleging Chief Bagley misled the public and that an FBI investigation is underway. Commissioner LaCosse said the commission would remain transparent and welcome any investigation; Commissioner Morris's earlier bringing of the video was acknowledged.