10182004 October 18, 2004 Attachments
October 18, 2004
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Mayor Bacon stated that in order to make council agenda business a priority, he will recommend
to the council that, beginning at the next council meeting, the City of Smyrna adopt citizens
comment guidelines similar to those used by other local governments. Mayor Bacon stated
this proposed format will give citizens an opportunity to speak at the end of council meetings, and
that those persons wishing to speak will be required to register in advance. Mayor Bacon stated
that this proposed change in procedure will in no way attenuate the rights of citizens to express
their views. Council Member Newcomb stated he agrees with Mayor Bacon's position in this
matter. Council Member Newcomb stated that many people attend council meetings to be heard
in relation to official City business, and that matters on the agenda should be attended to in a
timely manner. Mayor Bacon stated that special recognitions and similar functions will still be
conducted at the initial stage of the council meetings.
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ADJOURNMENT:
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 11 :57 p.m.
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