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Washington County struggles with 'lack of civility' at county meetings
Washington County government officials have been struggling with profanity during meetings. Three employees sought peace ...
Report: Akron Public Schools superintendent created 'a toxic and fearful work environment'
An investigative report obtained by the Beacon Journal details "threatening, intimidating and harassing behavior" by the ...
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City Councilor’s Chief of Staff Subject of Formal Complaint After Unruly Public Safety Meeting
During the committee meeting, supporters of the Police ... in the complaint that it was “inappropriate behavior for the chief of staff of a public servant.” Guzman tells WW testifying that ...
Washington County government announces new conduct rules for commissioners meetings
Washington County government, on March 31, 2025, announced new conduct rules for Board of County Commissioners meetings.
Akron Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Michael Robinson put on paid administrative leave following misconduct investigation
An independent report found Robinson to have violated multiple district policies, and admonished him for fostering a 'toxic workplace culture' built around 'fear.' ...
L.A. City Council seeks crackdown on the N-word and C-word at meetings
Council members say hate speech used by the public during city meetings has discouraged others from coming to speak.
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Florida lawmaker booed for remark toward member of public speaking at meeting
It passed the committee.Fine has been in trouble for bad behavior in the past ... was booed during a meeting Tuesday for his treatment of public speakers. A clip from the Florida Senate ...
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LETTER: Midland County Commissioners criticized for behavior during meeting
I truly appreciated their exemplary behavior ... I walked up to him after the meeting and asked why he chose to chastise his constituents offering public comment but made no mention of the ...