I definitely think race plays a factor in the Comptroller's actions because we're the only city they have come in to force the finances and demand our charter, they didn't come in and offer us any assistance like they did with the city of Jellico.

Mayor Rivers

I'm determined to keep fighting for our town and the citizens of Ford Motor Company.The Mason because this is home, we got a history here, and we can't just let them come in and take over like that. If we gave up our charter, we wouldn't have a say. We would just be here.

My concern is that they are setting us up to fail.