COUNCIL RULE 4.505 DISRUPTION OF MEETING

Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee · 2026-06-01 · agenda_item

This public notice concerns a rule change being reviewed by the City of Jacksonville's Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee. The proposed rule, Council Rule 4.505, outlines actions that can be taken against individuals who disrupt public meetings. This includes being barred from meetings, having the audience cleared, or facing arrest for refusing to leave. The rule details specific disruptive behaviors such as campaigning, excessive noise, displaying signs over a certain size, audible electronic devices, consuming alcohol, offensive remarks, and refusing to stop speaking. This item is currently under review. While this item does not involve direct construction work, it may lead to the need for services related to meeting management, security, and potentially legal counsel for the city. Businesses that provide these types of services could find opportunities by engaging with city officials early in the review process.