Canfield amendments would enable public comment, require attendance by officials

CANFIELD

Resident Frank Micchia has again put charter amendments on the ballot for Canfield City residents.

And again, city officials are opposing both measures put forth by Micchia, a resident who frequently speaks at Canfield City Council meetings. Micchia has put four amendments on the ballot the past two years – all of which voters approved.

”We certainly don’t feel that they are necessary,” said Joe Warino, city manager.

The first amendment is that prior to any final vote by city council, residents or representatives of residents can give comment on a vote. Time limits are three minutes for an individual and 30 minutes on any single issue.

The second amendment would require that the finance director, chief of police, zoning inspector and public works foreman attend each city council meeting and give a report.

Read more about the amendments in Friday's Vindicator or on Vindy.com.