In Spearfish, residents who want to ask questions during regular city council meetings will now follow a new procedure. The change comes after several weeks of citizens, including Doug Markworth, requesting the chance to ask city leaders about agenda items in an open forum.
Markworth told the council he hopes the process allows for real dialogue, saying the council could benefit from timely questions and public input. City officials say the new procedure is designed to ensure questions are addressed appropriately and within the structure of council meetings.
More details on how residents can participate are expected as the city implements the updated system.
