Editor,
During a Dec. 11 Clark County Railroad Advisory Board meeting, a representative of the Portland Vancouver Junction Railroad objected to allowing public comments about the railroad’s business.
The League of Women Voters of Clark County appreciates the county staff and the Railroad Advisory Board for stepping in and reminding participants of the rules regarding public comments under the Open Public Meetings Act. Public participation in our democratic process is a key component of the league’s mission of empowering voters and defending democracy.
The league became aware of this development because a member of our observer corps was monitoring the meeting.
Sharon Brown
President, League of Women Voters of Clark County
