Create policy allowing council members to respond to personal attacks during meetings
In Plain English
Council members currently cannot respond when residents make personal attacks against them during public comment periods. The proposed policy would give council members a way to address these attacks. This aims to maintain respectful discourse while preserving residents' right to criticize city policies.
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Votes
To refer the item to staff for review and evaluation of how other cities handle the issue
4 to 1
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