Public Access and Participation
Meetings are open to the public and may be attended in person or viewed live online via the City of Tulare’s YouTube Channel. To provide public comment remotely, please call (559) 366-1849 during the designated Public Comment period. Note: There is a 20-second broadcast delay. If calling in, mute your viewing device to avoid feedback.
Public Comment Guidelines
Members of the public may address the City Council on matters within the jurisdiction of the City of Tulare. Those wishing to speak are encouraged to complete a Public Comment Card and submit it to the City Clerk prior to the start of the meeting.
- Comments are limited to three minutes per speaker, unless otherwise extended by the Council.
- At the start of any agenda item, the mayor may limit the number of speakers or the time allotted per comment, depending on the number of participants and length of the agenda.
- When called upon by the mayor, please approach the lectern, state your name and city of residence, and begin your comments.
Rules of Conduct
To maintain order and decorum, the following rules apply:
- All remarks must be directed to the City Council as a whole, not to individual members.
- Only the Council and the person recognized to speak may engage in discussion unless authorized by the mayor.
- Questions to Councilmembers or City staff must be directed through the mayor.
- Comments must remain on topic, except during the general Public Comment period.
- Disruptive behavior (e.g., shouting, interrupting, or creating a disturbance) may result in removal from the meeting under Government Code Sections 54954.3 and 54957.95.
Accessibility
Individuals who require accommodations, auxiliary aids, or services necessary to participate in this meeting should contact the City Clerk's Office at (559) 684-4200 or cityclerk@tulare.ca.gov. The e-mail subject line should read "ADA Accommodation Request" or "Language Assistance" and the e-mail should include your name, address, telephone number, and a description of the request.
