Jefferson County commissioners adopted new meeting guidelines for 2026 during their Jan. 8 meeting, setting a standard start time of 5 p.m., requiring meetings be recorded with a multi-directional camera and published to the Jefferson County government YouTube channel, and limiting public comment to the end of meetings to three minutes per speaker unless the commission president grants additional time.

Speaker 1 introduced the guidelines, saying they are intended to “ensure meetings will hold a uniform format and include public participation and viewing.” Speaker 2 moved to approve the guidelines and Speaker 1 seconded; the motion passed by voice vote.

The policy also asks that anyone seeking to be added to the agenda contact the commissioners’ office at least 24 hours before a meeting. Commissioners said staff will circulate the finalized guidelines to the public and publish them alongside regular meeting materials.