Last week, Douglas County Commissioners announced they are ending general public comment at their business meetings, which are generally held the first and third Tuesday of each month. Afterward, Denver7 heard from Douglas County residents, including a Parker woman who feels the move hinders product ive conversations around local issues and is merely a way for the commissioners to dodge criticism and accountability. Denver7 brought those concerns straight to DougCo Board of Commissioners Chair George Teal, who made the call to end general public comment. He said the change comes from years of hearing from some who felt like the period was no longer valuable public discourse, becoming too off-topic and “theatrical.” Related Articles Red flag law expansion heads to Colorado House after Senate approves bill Federal judge again sides with Crow, Neguse in allowing unannounced inspections of ICE facilities Immigration front-and-center at Colorado Capitol this week Third-party spending will shape Colorado’s Democratic primary for governor. Here’s who’s fueling it. Bennet says he’ll seek public option for health insurance if elected Colorado governor “My motivations have entirely been the feedback I’ve received from residents here in the county, who want us to end ‘Open Mic at the Comedy Show,’” Teal said. Read the full story from our partner at denver7.com. Stay up-to-date with Colorado Politics by signing up for our weekly newsletter, The Spot. ...read more read less