§ 1-13. Public comment.

Except during the time allotted for public discussion and comment, no person, other than a member of the board, shall address that body, except with the consent of two of the members present. Members of the public wishing to address the board shall adhere to the following rules and procedures:

(1)

Complete the public comment sign-in sheet prior to the start of the meeting.

(2)

The village president will call members of the public to the podium in order of sign-up.

(3)

Upon reaching the podium, the speaker should clearly state his or her name and address.

(4)

Individual comment is limited to three minutes. The village president will notify the speaker when time has expired.

(5)

Persons addressing the board shall refrain from commenting about the private activities, lifestyles, or beliefs of others, including village employees and elected officials, which are unrelated to the business of the village board. Also, speakers should refrain from comments or conduct that is uncivil, rude, vulgar, profane, or otherwise disruptive. Any person engaging in such conduct shall be requested to leave the meeting.

(6)

While the public may ask questions, the board or staff shall generally not answer questions at the same meeting, unless directed or allowed by the village president. A debate between members of the public or between members of the public and the board or staff shall be avoided.

(7)

The aforementioned rules pertaining to public comment may be waived by the village president, or by a majority of a quorum of the village board.

(Ord. No. 2012-07, § 1, 8-6-2012)