In a recent city council meeting, tensions flared as resident TJ McKenna voiced his frustrations regarding perceived neglect from council members. McKenna, who resides on a ranch in Sisters, expressed his disappointment over a lack of communication from the council after he reached out multiple times regarding a minor issue. He emphasized the importance of citizen involvement and criticized the council for ignoring his concerns, stating, \"You cannot get around that. Life is all about choices, and you have to live with those choices.\"

During his three-minute address, McKenna recounted his attempts to engage with the council, highlighting that despite his efforts, only one council member responded to his inquiries. He accused council member Mike of being dismissive and unprofessional, recounting an incident where Mike allegedly refused to engage in a conversation and later reacted angrily when approached outside a civic event.

McKenna's passionate plea underscored a broader call for accountability and responsiveness from elected officials, urging the council to prioritize the voices of their constituents. The meeting, which began with a pledge of allegiance and a roll call confirming a quorum, concluded with McKenna's remarks serving as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by citizens seeking to engage with local governance. The council's response to these allegations remains to be seen as they continue their agenda.