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Clinton County supervisors discuss proposed rules of conduct for meetings; board requests further review
Summary
The Board of Supervisors reviewed a proposed resolution to set rules of conduct and public-participation policies; public commenters raised concerns about subjective language and the County Attorney advised on content‑neutral enforcement. No vote was taken; the board directed a redraft in consultation with the County Attorney and interested parties.
The Clinton County Board of Supervisors on April 13 discussed a proposed resolution that would establish rules of conduct and public‑participation policies for board meetings but took no formal action, directing staff and the County Attorney to refine the language and solicit input.
Chairperson Daniel A. Srp introduced a draft policy developed with the County Attorney intended to promote orderly proceedings and to address disruptions, audibility and side conversations. Several members of the public urged preserving open, candid communication between electors and elected officials and questioned whether terms used in the draft—"courteous," "respectful," and "professional"—would be applied subjectively.
Clinton County Attorney Michael Wolf addressed legal considerations, cautioned the board to use content‑neutral enforcement standards to minimize liability and suggested clarifying revisions. Board members and attendees offered suggested wording changes and the board directed the County Attorney and interested parties to further review and revise the draft for a future meeting.
No motion was made to adopt the resolution during the April 13 session; the item will return for additional review with the suggested revisions and stakeholder input.
