HomeMy WebLinkAbout15940RESOLUTION NO. 15940
A RESOLUTION ENACTING A POLICY PROHIBITING THE
PRESENCE OF SIGNS WITHIN COUNCIL CHAMBERS DURING
MEETINGS OF CITY COUNCIL
WHEREAS, City Council conducts the deliberative business of the City of Pueblo within
City Council Chambers; and
WHEREAS, Council Chambers as a limited public forum where City Council is permitted
forum has been created; and
WHEREAS, City Council allows at all regular meetings public speech to occur on any
topic during public comment and on specific pending legislation during the hearing on the same
when anyone can speak in favor of or against the proposed legislation; and
WHEREAS, City Council may impose restrictions on speech within Council Chambers
which are viewpoint neutral and reasonable; and
displayed in the gallery of Council Chambers includes keeping the tenor of Council meetings
from devolving into a picket line, allowing clear a field of sight for members of the public, and
avoiding distractions associated with signs and posters; and
WHEREAS, City Council seeks to encourage members of the public to speak during
City Council meetings by imposing regulations intended to eliminate ridicule, maintain civility
and encourage decorum within the Council Chambers; NOW THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF PUEBLO, that
SECTION 1.
Signs or posters shall not be allowed inside Council Chambers during meetings of the
Pueblo City Council. Interruption of speakers and/or government business will not be tolerated.
Anyone who interrupts a speaker or the proceedings of a City Council meeting shall be removed.
SECTION 2.
Notice of this Resolution and the following statement shall be conspicuously posted
outside of City Council Chambers:
ATTENTION: No signs or posters allowed inside Council Chambers. Interruption of speakers
and/or government business will not be tolerated. Anyone who interrupts a speaker or the
proceedings of a government meeting shall be removed.
SECTION 3.
The officers of the City are authorized and directed to perform any and all acts consistent
with the intent of this Resolution to effectuate the policies and procedures described herein.
SECTION 4.
This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon final passage.
INTRODUCED: March 24, 2025
BY: Brett Boston
MEMBER OF CITY COUNCIL
APPROVED: __________________________
PRESIDENT OF CITY COUNCIL
ATTESTED BY: ________________________
CITY CLERK
City Clerk's Office Item # M8
Background Paper for Proposed
Resolution
COUNCIL MEETING DATE: March 24, 2025
TO: President Mark Aliff and Members of City Council
CC: Mayor Heather Graham
VIA: Marisa Stoller, City Clerk
FROM: Harley Gifford, Deputy City Attorney
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION ENACTING A POLICY PROHIBITING THE PRESENCE
OF SIGNS WITHIN COUNCIL CHAMBERS DURING MEETINGS OF
CITY COUNCIL
SUMMARY:
This Resolution establishes a policy restricting the use and display of signs and posters
as well as disruptions of public speakers and City Council and provides for removal from
City Council Chambers for violation thereof.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION:
Council has historically approved Resolutions regarding the conduct of its meetings.
BACKGROUND:
This Resolution comes before Council upon the request of City Council members as
discussed at a special meeting of Council.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
There are no financial implications for the City.
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
Not applicable.
STAKEHOLDER PROCESS:
Not applicable.
ALTERNATIVES:
Not approving this Resolution will maintain the status quo.
RECOMMENDATION:
City Staff do not take positions on matters of policy.
ATTACHMENTS:
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