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Removal of Confederate Monument

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Opposed (3)Concerned (2)

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Last discussed May 12, 2026.

Public comments (5)

ConcernedJessica MorenoMay 12, 2026

Addressed the history of the Confederacy and urged the board to confront historical truths rather than maintain the courthouse monument.

Board of Commissioners — May 12, 2026 · 1:05:23 →
ConcernedMarino PhilpottMay 12, 2026

Called for leadership, accountability, and action regarding the Confederate monument outside the courthouse.

Board of Commissioners — May 12, 2026 · 1:08:18 →
OpposedTatiana PrestonMay 12, 2026

Challenged the historical narrative surrounding the Confederate statue, pointing out racial exclusion at its 1912 unveiling.

Board of Commissioners — May 12, 2026 · 1:10:57 →
OpposedSean BatesMay 12, 2026

Spoke as NAACP branch president demanding the removal of the Confederate monument and warning that voters will hold commissioners accountable.

Board of Commissioners — May 12, 2026 · 1:24:42 →
OpposedScotty ReedMay 12, 2026

Detailed the history of the United Daughters of the Confederacy and argued the monument represents white supremacy rather than heritage.

Board of Commissioners — May 12, 2026 · 1:28:21 →