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  • Residents in Vancouver feel restricted by rules limiting public comments at city council meetings
  • Concerns raised about lack of transparency and accountability in decision-making process
  • Calls for increased opportunities for public input and engagement in local government
  • City council defends rules as necessary for efficient and orderly meetings
  • Overall tone of the article is critical and highlighting citizen frustration with perceived limitations on public participation
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Vancouver
  The Columbian     4 hours ago
Residents Feel Stifled By Rules That Limit Public Comments At Vancouver City Council Meetings
At a Vancouver City Council meeting on Monday, Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle stopped a man from speaking about his problems with a homeless camp next to his house because the issue didnt directly relate to any items on the agenda.
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