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Public commenters press Cobb commissioners on transparency, board conduct and recent elections appointments
Summary
Multiple members of the public used the Aug. 12 public-comment period to criticize board conduct, question proclamations, and raise concerns about transparency and the state-controlled board of elections appointment process; other speakers praised the board’s responsiveness to underrepresented communities.
A range of public speakers addressed the Cobb County Board of Commissioners during the Aug. 12 public-comment period, voicing concerns about board conduct, government transparency and the recent state-level appointment to the county Board of Elections, while others thanked the board for recognizing diverse communities through proclamations.
Key themes from public comment: - Board conduct and decorum: Several speakers criticized the chairwoman’s lengthy responses to public speakers and requested time limits for…
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