City Recorder Katie LaSala noted that the current practice—prioritizing official representatives from boards, commissions, and neighborhood groups—began under Mayor Kitty Piercy.
Presenter: The Eugene City Council considers letting new voices speak first at public comment, They also discuss bringing back the ability to share virtual comments. At the work session Oct. 13, City Recorder Katie LaSala:
Katie LaSala (Eugene, city recorder): The last time Council updated their operating agreements was in October of 2023 and since that time staff have been tracking topics that have been raised during meetings by councilors and indicated that they would like to discuss it the next time that their operating agreements come for discussion…
[00:00:34] So: Prioritizing boards, commissions, and neighborhood speakers during public comment. This current practice began under Mayor Piercy. Official representatives for boards, commissions, and neighborhood groups are prioritized during public comment over or ahead of the other randomized speakers…