Board adopts five-minute public comment limit with exceptions for presenters

Jan 6, 2026

The board set a five-minute maximum per person for public comment at meetings unless otherwise noted on the agenda. Councilmembers discussed exceptions for scheduled presenters and conferences.

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The Town Board adopted a resolution setting a five-minute maximum per person for public comment unless the agenda specifies otherwise or the item is a scheduled presentation. Councilmembers asked whether presenters—such as scheduled speakers or conference attendees—could take more time; the Supervisor and board clarified the limit was intended for public comment and presenters noted on the agenda could be allowed additional time.

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