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Public commenters press Franklin County on emergency-management authority and record requests; counsel, prosecutor clarify limits
Summary
Public speakers alleged improper authority and potential misconduct involving emergency-management actions and county officials; county counsel and the prosecutor told the board that commissioners do not have unilateral authority to command other agencies and outlined that emergency response is collaborative under mutual-aid agreements.
FRANKLIN COUNTY — Multiple members of the public used Friday’s commissioners meeting to press concerns about emergency-management authority, public records and alleged misconduct. Commissioners and county legal staff responded on the record, clarifying the limits of commissioner authority and describing available legal remedies for harassment.
What was said: Michelle Andries began public comment by invoking constitutional protections and arguing the county must adhere strictly to constitutional limits. "My rights will not be abridged," she said during remarks that included claims about migration and treaty status that she urged the board to consider.
Former fire chief Brian Thornhill directly questioned statements he…
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