Aurora Sentinel: After months of discussion and a recent swell of public participation, council members are leaning toward slightly more relaxed sanctions for speakers who defy the three-minute comment limit.

Earlier this year, council began considering changes to its code governing council meeting procedures and expectations in an effort to promote more civil dialogue. Council meetings have been contentious for years, with community activists protesting regularly through public comment.

On Wednesday, Councilmembers Alison Coombs and Alli Jackson advocated for not having any sanctions and extending public comment, but they were rebuffed by Mayor Mike Coffman and Councilmember Stephanie Hancock, who said the rules are needed.

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