During a recent city council meeting, Councilwoman Nies expressed her gratitude to the First Americans Museum for hosting a community event that allowed residents of Ward 7 to engage with important city issues, including a stormwater presentation. She emphasized the significance of community involvement and encouraged residents to participate in the upcoming virtual Streetscape meeting on October 1st, aimed at gathering feedback on local improvements.

Nies also highlighted an open house meeting scheduled for October 3rd at the Willa D. Johnson Recreation Center, where the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) will discuss proposed roadway improvements to I-35. She reassured residents that these plans would not displace existing homes along the right-of-way, although construction is not expected to begin until 2031, pending funding.

The councilwoman took a moment to honor the recent passing of notable community figures, including Pastor TJ Roberts and Juanita Davis, a founder of the Metropolitan Better Living Center. She stressed the importance of preserving the legacies of those who have contributed significantly to the community.

Addressing a pressing issue, Nies announced the upcoming Peace Needs Conference, which aims to tackle the growing concern of gun violence among youth in the community. She urged residents to attend, highlighting the need for collective action to address this epidemic.

In a somber note, Nies lamented the closure of Eastside Pizza House, a local business, despite the city approving substantial funding for development projects. She criticized the lack of support for small businesses in her area, noting that several have recently shut down. Nies called for a reevaluation of economic development strategies to better support local enterprises, emphasizing that investing in community businesses is crucial for the city's overall health and vitality.