The declaration, passed by a vote of 33 to 32 amid jeering from conservationist nations, will change the tone of future commission meetings.

In 2003, coalition member groups gained the right for the public to speak at commission meetings.

The station broadcasts city council meetings, county commission meetings, school board meetings and a variety of community events and information.

Commission meetings are held quarterly, and the location rotates throughout the state.

The city park shelter contains the city office and typically serves as the home of city commission meetings.