I am a dedicated viewer of the Bradley County Commission meetings. These meetings are essential for staying informed about the decisions and discussions that shape our community. Over time, I have noticed a recurring problem: the mics of the commissioners are often not turned on when they should be. This frequent oversight makes it exceedingly difficult to follow the proceedings or understand the discussions that take place.

The Bradley County Commission meetings are a vital platform where decisions impacting the lives of residents are made. Transparency and accessibility in these meetings should be a priority to ensure that all community members can stay informed and engaged. With muted microphones, the opportunity for understanding and participation is significantly diminished.

According to the Open Meetings Act, also known as the Sunshine Law, meetings must be open to the public. Having live microphones throughout the entire meeting aligns with this principle of transparency. The technology to ensure functional microphones is readily available and can be implemented without delay.

By requiring all commissioners' microphones to be live from the beginning to the end of the meeting, we ensure that all voices are heard and individuals are fully informed. As Bradley County continues to grow and evolve, it is essential that we maintain open and transparent communication between elected officials and the public.

I call on the Bradley County Commission to implement this simple yet effective measure. It is time for our local government to reaffirm its commitment to transparency and ensure that every resident has access to the complete narrative of our county's governance.

Please sign this petition to urge the Bradley County Commission to keep all microphones live throughout their meetings to maintain transparency and accessibility for all citizens.