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Aurora City Council adopts new public-comment schedule, prioritizes city residents
Summary
The Aurora City Council on Feb. 10 approved a resolution amending its rules of order to move a televised public-comment listening session before the council meeting, shorten the on-site window for comments and prioritize Aurora residents when signing up to speak.
The Aurora City Council on Feb. 10 approved a resolution amending its rules of order to move a televised public-comment listening session before the council meeting, shorten the on-site window for comments and prioritize Aurora residents when signing up to speak.
Council members passed the resolution as amended 7-3 after more than an hour of debate about whether the changes limit free speech or simply preserve the council’s ability to conduct agenda business. The measure was moved by Council Member Durske and seconded by Council Member Hancock.
Supporters said the change is intended to reduce repeated disruptions during televised meetings while preserving an opportunity for public…
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