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So much for expanding the Lubbock City Council.
The idea, which recently received some visibility but little traction, was sidelined by the voices of concerned citizens, who showed up at a public meeting and unanimously argued against the proposal, saying it would represent a significant step backward for the city.
Adding two at-large seats to the council was on shaky ground from its inception. A 1983 court decision is clear that the city council is to comprise six members with each elected from respective areas of the city. The U.S. District Court ruling in Jones v. The City of Lubbock not only assures diversity on the council but also prevents the city from changing its makeup.
Proposed Lubbock City Charter changes seem to actually be off limits
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Caprock Chronicles: The lawsuit that won diversity in Lubbock leadership: Jones vs the City Part 2
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City leaders share personal experiences with COVID vaccine
City leaders share vaccine experiences By Tori McGee | January 13, 2021 at 7:11 PM CST - Updated January 13 at 7:11 PM
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - City leaders shared their personal experiences with the COVID-19 vaccine during this weekâs virtual news conference.
District 1 Councilman Juan Chadis said he and his wife both received the shot.
âI experienced no side effects from the vaccination. My wife, she did experience slight discomfort of her shoulder, but that was over and done with overnight. The next morning, she was doing just fine,â he said.
He also encourages Spanish-speaking residents who qualify to get in line.