On September 1, 2026, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors introduced a revamped public comment system for its meetings. The new arrangement eliminates the use of access codes, personal identification numbers, and the raise‑hand feature that previously regulated who could speak.
Previously, the procedure required each participant to receive a unique access code, then enter a personal identification number, and finally use a raise‑hand button to request the floor. The combination of these steps was designed to control the order of speakers and to prevent disruptions.
The newly adopted approach discards those requirements. Participants can now join the public comment segment without providing an access code or PIN, and the raise‑hand function is no longer part of the workflow. According to the board, the adjustment is meant to lower the technical threshold for engagement and to allow a smoother flow of remarks.
Public comment remains a regular feature of Board of Supervisors meetings, providing an avenue for residents to address issues ranging from public safety to social services. By eliminating the earlier gatekeeping mechanisms, the county expects that more community members will be able to share their viewpoints directly with elected supervisors.
The change is effective for all meetings scheduled after the September 1 announcement. No other procedural modifications have been disclosed, and the board has not indicated any new verification steps to replace the removed features.
The Board of Supervisors periodically reviews its meeting procedures to assess accessibility and efficiency. Adjustments such as the current simplification are part of ongoing efforts to align the public comment process with the county’s commitment to open governance.