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Resident criticizes Isanti mayor’s online language, urges apology and code of conduct; others defend school bond
Summary
During public comment, resident Josh Bosmo said Mayor Luke Merrill used 'extremely offensive' language online and urged the council to demand a public apology and adopt a code of conduct. Other commenters defended the school bond process and said facilities need repair.
Josh Bosmo, a resident who identified himself during public comment, told the Isanti City Council he was "appalled" by vulgar social media posts by Mayor Luke Merrill and said elected officials should be held to the same standards as students. "You used extremely offensive, vulgar language," Bosmo said, asking the council to "demand that he issue a public apology" and to adopt a code of conduct for city officials.
Bosmo told the council he volunteers with youth sports and that the…
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