Solution For Fargo On Public Comments: Open Mic Night

Local governments need to provide "venting sessions" for citizens rather than shutting down public comment they don't like, think is irrelevant, or feel is a waste of time.

In recent weeks, the Fargo City Commission has been debating how to reduce public comment at its meetings.

The Fargo City Commission is looking at a proposal that would remove the public comment period section of their biweekly meetings.

The proposal was one of many presented to commissioners on Monday, in front of a filled city hall audience. The main su…