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Sanford approves ordinance to curb disruptive conduct at city meetings after debate over scope
Summary
The commission approved on first reading a code change creating an enforcement process and trespass warnings for disruptive or threatening conduct at city facilities; commissioners debated whether listed behaviors (whistling, stomping, clapping) could be overly broad but staff emphasized mayoral warning and appeal rights.
The Sanford City Commission on first reading approved an ordinance that defines and establishes a process for addressing disruptive, threatening or disorderly conduct at city meetings and facilities and for issuing trespass warnings.
City Attorney and staff told the commission the measure is intended to provide a lawful process — including an ability to trespass individuals who threaten staff or commissioners — and to preserve the public’s ability to speak. The ordinance creates a process for…
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