Tag: Freedom of Speech

Silencing Dissent: A troubling incident at the sanitation board meeting

The recent public comment session at the Martin County Sanitation Board meeting in Inez has highlighted a concerning incident that raises questions about transparency, accountability and the right of citizens to express their grievances. Two residents, Tena Jarrell and Drewie Muncy, came forward to voice their dissatisfaction with the board, citing the fact that they…
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Citizen Rights, First Amendment, Freedom of Speech, Inez, Martin County Sanitation District, Public Meeting

May 31, 2023
Residents voice concerns about paying for sewer service not rendered; chairman abruptly silences public comment

“Wait. Please stop right there. We don’t bash Alliance. That’s not what we do here, so I’ll ask you to stop there, respectfully.”—Jimmy Don Kerr, Martin County Utility Board chairman BY LISA STAYTON MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Two residents of Inez, Tena Jarrell and Drewie Muncy, expressed dissatisfaction with the Martin County Sanitation Board during…
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Drewie Muncy, First Amendment, Freedom of Speech, Inez, Lisa Stayton, Martin County Sanitation, Tena Jarrell

May 31, 2023