Amend council meeting rules to address disruptive behavior

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In Plain English

The city council's current rules don't clearly define what counts as disruptive behavior during meetings. The new rules would establish specific guidelines for managing interruptions and outbursts. If approved, the council gains clearer authority to maintain order during public meetings.

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Votes

Extend the meeting to complete the current item including hearing the speakers, and without discussion from the City Council after the speakers

Moved by: Vice Mayor BecklesSeconded by: Councilmember Myrick
Passed

4 to 3

McLaughlinAye
MyrickAye
ButtNay
BoozéNay
BatesNay
BecklesAye
RogersAye

Extend the meeting to 11:30 p.m.

Moved by: Councilmember BatesSeconded by: <UNKNOWN>
Failed

Not restrict applause during City Council Meetings

Moved by: Mayor McLaughlinSeconded by: Vice Mayor Beckles
Passed

6 to 0

McLaughlinAye
MyrickAye
ButtAbstain
BoozéAye
BatesAye
BecklesAye
RogersAye