4. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting · 2026-05-05 · agenda_item

This item concerns a discussion by the Board of County Commissioners regarding rules and decorum for public comment during meetings. Commissioner Clasby raised concerns about meeting attendance policies and suggested formal roll calls. County Administrator George Landry referenced Florida Statute Section 125 regarding commissioner attendance. County Attorney Katherine Barbieri clarified meeting formality and voting rights. The Board discussed clear rules for public comment, including prohibitions on props and campaigning, and the possibility of displaying rules on screens. The Board agreed to enforce existing rules more strictly to maintain order and respect while upholding First Amendment rights. This discussion is currently under review and does not involve immediate construction or site work. Potential future needs could involve AV or signage services for displaying rules, and legal services for policy development.