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More than 200 commenters called so far: 10:45 p.m. update

By AJC Staff
June 6, 2023

Out of a reported 360 people who registered to speak at the City Council meeting, more than 217 have been called, either to speak or to cede their time to other speakers.

Public comments are continuing.

Protestors play chess in the atrium during the public comment portion ahead of the final vote to approve legislation to fund the training center, on Monday, June 5, 2023, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com)

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