Last night was a milestone, of sorts, attending my last regular city council meeting in Bristol. Almost 9 years worth of meetings.
A large diverse crowd was in attendance to speak on issues affecting city business, with most of it centered on the budget.
Now the budget wasn't on the agenda - that will be heard at a special meeting on June 18th. But no matter. Our agenda format was crafted 9 years ago to encourage citizen comments - both for items on the formal agenda as well as on items not under consideration that night. It wasn't always that way but was changed for the express purpose on enhancing public input and to foster an open, welcoming government.
And last night it worked very well.
Now the budget will be approved on June 18th - and that will be the last last council meeting here for me.
So stop in if you want - you're always welcomed.
