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Hearing grows heated as residents trade barbs; a board member signals departure
Summary
The hearing included heated exchanges, interruptions and personal remarks; one board member said he would leave the boards after receiving malicious letters and the Chair thanked him for his service.
The hearing grew emotionally charged as residents exchanged sharp remarks and at least one participant was asked to leave for interrupting testimony. The Chair repeatedly urged decorum and said testimony would not be taken from interruptions. Several residents said longstanding community divisions contributed to the tone of the meeting.
During the session a board member signaled he would resign from local boards, citing malicious letters and fatigue. The Chair and others acknowledged his service. The board closed the hearing by agreeing to investigate the factual claims and to adjourn without reaching a formal ruling.
