General Guidelines and Rules for Participation in the Forum
The purpose of this forum is to allow individuals an opportunity to participate in a civil discourse on subjects which are of general local interest to the public as a whole. It is not intended for gossip or a report on the private lives of individuals or private businesses. Discussions about public officials should be limited to their public function, policy making and decisions and not their private lives unless it is directly related to their public function or duties. The interchange of information, viewpoints and ideas is encouraged but participants are expected to present their comments in a civil, polite and courteous manner. Some general rules for participation include:
- No profane or obscene language.
- No name-calling or demeaning remarks which are intentionally meant to debase an individual.
- When there are different views or disagreement on subjects, individuals are expected to give their reasoning in a rational manner citing examples and facts. Rumors and unsubstantiated statements or comments which involve accusations or charges against individuals or a group of individuals or an organization are not allowed.
- All participants are responsible for following the guidelines and rules of this forum. The administrator reserves the right to remove or delete any material which, in his opinion, is not civil discourse or does not adhere to the general rules for participation on this forum. The administrator reserves the right to ban any individual from participation on the forum or from posting any material on this website.
- Any views or comments posted on this forum are not necessarily those of the administrator and he cannot vouch for their accuracy or truthfulness.