FAQs

Meetings

Do my comments become part of the record?

Yes! All public comment submitted is incorporated into the official minutes of the meeting. Written comment is printed and attached to the permanent minutes. 

How do I participate in meetings by phone?

Citizens wishing to provide a comment by phone during a public meeting can do so by calling (253)-215-8782 and entering the meeting ID listed on the agenda.

When the system asks for a participant ID, do not provide one. Instead, press the "#" key. 

To raise your hand to provide comment, press *9. You will be called on by the last 4 digits of your phone number to provide your name and address and to provide your comment. 

If you are joining the meeting by phone while watching the live stream, please note that a slight delay occurs. PLEASE MUTE THE SOUND ON YOUR COMPUTER TO PREVENT FEEDBACK ON THE PHONE SYSTEM. 

How do I review public comment submitted to a meeting?

Public comment submitted in writing through email or our public comment form will be uploaded to the Town's website daily. 

Comment will be uploaded to the corresponding meeting page on our website and can be accessed by visiting www.townofstevensville.com/meetings and clicking "View Details" next to the meeting you wish to see the comments for. Comments will appear as a file under "Supporting Documents".

Comments provided in writing in advance of the meeting will be uploaded prior to the meeting. Comments submitted in writing during the meeting will be uploaded immediately following the meeting.

Will comment I submit through the form or by email be read aloud at the meeting?

Unfortunately, the amount and length of written comments we receive make it difficult for us to read during the meeting as this would use a lot of meeting time to do. This is why we ensure that elected representatives receive a copy of everything submitted and have started uploading written comments to our website for citizens to review. And, all comments submitted in writing are made part of the written minutes of the meeting.