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Mayor tells speakers to "speak to the council" as city clarifies public-comment expectations
Summary
La Center officials told attendees at the July 23 council meeting that public comment is for bringing business to the council and that speakers should address the council rather than the audience; the city attorney said the meeting forum has legal rules and is a business meeting for elected officials.
At the start of the July 23, 2025, La Center City Council meeting, Mayor Strobin told members of the public, "You are here to speak to the council. Please speak to the council," and warned that speakers who turn to address the audience may be asked to leave. The mayor said he had previously allowed more relaxed behavior but wanted to enforce that decorum going forward. City Attorney Janine told the…
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