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Commission adopts resolution 2026 r2 setting public-comment limits and conduct rules

Charlestown City Commission · July 13, 2026

Summary

The commission adopted resolution 2026 r2, a rules-of-conduct policy that standardizes decorum and public-comment procedures including a 3-minute limit per speaker and a 30-minute total public-comment allotment at regular meetings.

Staff (S4) introduced resolution 2026 r2, a rules-of-conduct and public-comment policy adapted from guidance prepared by a former state official. The proposal codifies time limits, expectations for public comment and a process for warnings or removal for disorderly conduct.

Staff explained individuals would typically be limited to three minutes per comment and that public comment would be allowed a total of up to 30 minutes per regular commission meeting: “public comment will be allowed a total of up to 30 minutes per regular commission meeting.” Committee member (S3) moved to adopt the resolution, a second was recorded and the commission adopted the resolution by voice vote. Staff said the rules are intended to keep meetings orderly while allowing public participation.

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