Kirby Mayor Janeshia Grider has defended the city council’s decision to remove Council Member Susan Street from a meeting, citing disruptive conduct. Grider explained that Street’s behavior, including repeated interruptions and rudeness towards staff, interfered with the orderly transaction of city business.
Background
The incident occurred during a discussion about a Texas Water Development Board agenda item, where Street asked questions about an application that did not have a listed amount for financial assistance. The exchange led to a vote to expel Street from the meeting, with Grider asking a police officer to escort her out.
Grider has also expressed concerns about a growing culture of intimidation in the community, with reports of bullying and harassment directed at residents, city staff, and public officials. She encouraged the media to review public community pages and social media posts to examine the pattern of conduct.
The removal of Street from the meeting has raised questions about the council’s authority to take such action, with some arguing that it may require a recall election. The city charter outlines the process for removing an elected official, which involves a petition signed by registered voters and a subsequent vote by the community.
Original reporting: San Antonio, TX News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
