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Council president says disruptions in chambers inhibit governance; may finish meetings by Zoom
Summary
Council President Nelson defended decisions to leave chambers and continue meetings by remote connection when public-comment disruptions prevent orderly proceedings, emphasizing both the need to preserve First Amendment rights and to maintain an environment where council and the public can be heard.
Council President Nelson said at the June 2 Seattle City Council briefing that repeated disruptions in chambers have interfered with the council's ability to govern and hear public comment, and that when disruptions prevent orderly proceedings the most expeditious option has been to finish meetings remotely.
"Disruptions in chambers inhibit our ability to govern and is against council rules, frankly," Nelson said. She told colleagues the decision to move from chambers to Zoom is made to preserve safety, ensure the public can…
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