COUNCIL RULE 4.505 DISRUPTION OF MEETING

City Council · 2026-05-26 · agenda_item

This public notice concerns a rule change being reviewed by the City Council of Jacksonville. The proposed rule, Council Rule 4.505, would give presiding officers the authority to remove individuals who disrupt public meetings. Disruptive behavior includes political campaigning, making excessive noise or movement, displaying signs larger than 21 inches by 21 inches, audible cellphone use, consuming alcohol or controlled substances, making offensive remarks or gestures, refusing to stop speaking when time expires, or returning after being removed. This item is currently under review. The rule change itself does not involve construction or physical work, but it impacts the conduct within public meeting spaces. No contractors, suppliers, or service providers are directly needed for this procedural item. Therefore, there is no direct business opportunity for local contractors, trades, or suppliers at this time.