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York City Council adopts new rules and procedures despite member concern over 30‑minute public‑comment cap
Summary
Council adopted a resolution to adopt its 2026–2027 rules and procedures, including a 30‑minute public‑comment cap and elimination of a second public‑comment period; one council member objected to the changes and voted no, citing concerns about residents’ ability to participate.
York City Council voted on March 17 to adopt its 2026–2027 rules and procedures, a package that includes a 30‑minute limit on the general public‑comment period and the elimination of a second public‑comment segment later in meetings.
Teresa Joniscu introduced the resolution to adopt the rules and procedures. During debate a council member said she had proposed amendments in committee to protect resident participation — specifically expressing concern that a single 30‑minute block could be exhausted by non‑residents or non‑residents using the time and thereby displacing local residents. The council member said she could not support…
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