During a recent council meeting, significant concerns were raised regarding Bill 6491, which pertains to the civic campus project. Council member Sriano Nogusi successfully requested that the bill be removed from the consent agenda for further discussion under unfinished business. This move highlighted the growing scrutiny surrounding the project, particularly regarding its financial implications and transparency.

Public commentary featured prominently, with Harold Simpson and Errol Gibson expressing strong opposition to the bill. Gibson criticized the council for advancing the project without completing Phase 1, which has already consumed $327,000 in funds. He pointed out that the proposed additional funding of $750,000 for Phase 2 is unwarranted given the incomplete deliverables from the initial phase. Gibson emphasized the lack of public awareness and consent surrounding the project, arguing that the council's approach could lead to significant financial burdens on taxpayers.

He urged the council to reject the bill until the deliverables from Phase 1 are fulfilled and called for greater community engagement before proceeding with any further expenditures. Gibson's remarks underscored a broader concern about the council's handling of the project and the need for accountability and transparency in local governance.

Following Gibson, Dave Kaplan from the Port of Seattle also addressed the council, although the details of his comments were not included in the transcript. The discussions reflect a growing demand for responsible fiscal management and community involvement in local government decisions.