I ve covered other city commissions, city councils and township boards that deny all public comment in an imperious manner that made me wonder if things had changed to a monarchy when I wasn t looking. This means if you want to question the leadership of either side, personally and publicly, the opportunity exists in a forum such as a commission meeting. You have no such opportunity otherwise. Sure, citizens groups can decide to hold public forums and invite the leadership of both sides to debate. But that s just an invitation.
Nothing says they have to show up.
The only citizens group that has consistently done an excellent job in this arena is The League of Women Voters. So for these reasons, I think we should use the mechanism in place. I d like to see the commission use its authority to compel a rematch, live for all to see and participate in. That way you can do the most important thing make up your own mind. To share your comments and thoughts with him, click here .