Atlanta proposal would move first hour of public comment ahead of proclamations

An Atlanta proposal would put the first hour of City Council public comment immediately after the invocation and pledge of allegiance, ahead of proclamations and ceremonial awards. After that hour, the council would hold the ceremonies, then return to public comment for remaining signed-up speakers who stay and wish to speak.

Ordinance 26-O-1344’s supporting text cites the burden that waiting through ceremonies can place on people with work, caregiving, transportation and other obligations. The substitute remains listed among held papers for the Committee on Council’s Oct. 5 meeting at 11:30 a.m.; the agenda does not establish adoption of the proposed meeting rules.