The Aurora City Council has voted to eliminate the option for remote public comments during its meetings.
This decision follows an incident where a caller made racist and antisemitic remarks during a previous meeting. The council's move is seen as a way to prevent further disruptions, though it has sparked criticism from civil rights activists who argue it limits public participation.
The council's conservative majority has faced ongoing protests and criticism over its handling of various issues, including civil rights concerns.
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In virtual meeting, Aurora city council approves change to public comment rules
At a video conference meeting streamed live Monday, Aurora City Council passed a resolution requiring anyone who wants to speak during public comment at a City Council
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Aurora City Council removes public call line from meetings after ‘racist comments’
On Monday, the Aurora City Council removed the public call line from their meetings after Mayor Mike Coffman said racist comments were made during a previous meeting.
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Aurora City Council nixes remote public comment following racist diatribe at meeting this month
The Aurora City Council has tightened its rules for public input at its meetings, doing away with the option to call in with comments two weeks after a caller delivered a racist and antisemitic
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