Suwannee commissioners clarify change in public comment format

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Travis Land began his service as the Chairman of the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners during its regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 5. He started the meeting by clarifying the new public comment format that former Chairman Franklin White had introduced on Tuesday, Nov. 21. The new format moved the public comment section up on the agenda to take place prior to the consent items. White had also informed the public that speakers would be allowed a strict three minutes each to speak. However, this change sparked controversy amongst some citizens, who felt that it was an attempt to shut down the public's comments. Land cleared up thi