SANDPOINT — After several months of consideration, Bonner County commissioners voted to allow members of the public to witness the interview process of appointed boards and commissions in the county.

The decision was brought forth by Commissioner Asia Williams, who noted in a memorandum that the request stems from the community's desire for transparent interviews of board and commission candidates. The memorandum further notes that members of the public cited that “when in doubt the meeting should be held in public.”

The action item was followed by a lengthy discussion between county commissioners and community members, where the public heavily favored the new process.

Residents felt that it was important to see how the candidates answer questions while also taking note of how the inter

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