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Powell council adopts resolution condemning political violence and threats to judges
Summary
Council unanimously moved to adopt Resolution No. 4-20-26 condemning statements that threaten or support political violence, including threats toward judges; the body debated the value of taking a public stand and one member voiced dissent before the motion carried.
Mayor John Wetzel read Resolution No. 4-20-26, a city resolution stating the governing body’s support for an independent judiciary and condemning statements that threaten or support political violence, including threats directed at judges.
“The governing body, the city of Powell recognizes the fundamental importance of an independent judiciary… we resolve that we condemn statements which threaten or support political violence, including threats towards judges in our courts,” Wetzel said while reading the resolution.
Supporters said the resolution signals the council’s support for institutions that preserve checks and balances. A council member noted that a municipality taking a stand can reinforce civic norms even if individual views vary. One council member questioned where the city should draw lines about what to condemn, but ultimately said he applauded the effort to make a stand.
When put to a voice vote the resolution carried; the transcript records at least one member expressing opposition during the roll call of ‘opposed.’ No formal roll-call tally was provided in the record.
The resolution joins other council actions this session and will be entered into the city’s meeting record.
