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Councilman Carter rejects social‑media accusations, calls for fair treatment among colleagues
Summary
Councilman Michael Carter (identified by role) publicly denied accusations posted on Facebook that he favored a developer, said he takes inquiries from developers but is not 'on the take,' and urged colleagues and the public to avoid spreading misinformation.
During other business at the Feb. 3 Gallatin City Council meeting, Councilman Carter addressed a recent Facebook post that suggested he favored a developer in bringing back a project. Carter said he had been contacted by the developer and denied any improper influence. “I’m not being bought, pressured, or swayed by anybody,” he said, and asked that councilmembers take a sober look before posting allegations online.
Carter framed his remarks as both personal and professional, saying the accusation was “highly offensive” and noting he has outside part‑time work. He urged colleagues and the public to avoid spreading “misinformation and lies” and asked for fair treatment of anyone who contacts the council with project proposals.
Mayor Paige responded by urging civility and reminding the council of a long history of working through disagreements in private. Several councilmembers acknowledged the harm that social media screenshots can cause and encouraged restraint and better public discourse.
