Charlotte Shuts Out Public at Council’s Meeting with MLS Soccer Proponents

sonicstoic
Jul 20, 2017 · 1 min read
  • Top proponents of the city of Charlotte spending millions in tax dollars to subsidize billionaire Marcus Smith’s bid for MLS team are not only allowed in the room, but also on the meeting agenda including the City’s Tom Murray and Ron Kimble, as well as Smith himself.
  • No opponents are on agenda or allowed into room.
  • In an unprecedented move, city has asked public to watch Economic Development Committee online rather than attend in person due to lack of space
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