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Residents urge stronger meeting security and report social‑media impersonation in La Marque public comments
Summary
During public comment at the April 14 La Marque council meeting, speakers asked the city to strengthen council‑chamber security (metal detectors), described social‑media impersonation and harassment, and criticized inconsistent police responses to neighborhood disturbances.
La Marque — Several residents used the public‑comment period at the April 14 City Council meeting to press officials on security and online impersonation, and to complain about perceived gaps in police response.
Richard Loftus, who identified his address during public comment, asked the council to require elected officials and staff to pass through the same screening procedures used for the public. “I would respectfully ask that you all consider your security policy here at the chamber. ... implement a plan that you as well…
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