During a recent city council meeting in Rosenberg, attorney Barbara Tatum raised concerns regarding potential violations of free speech laws involving her client, Mary Ellen Pollock. Tatum presented a cease and desist letter, alleging that Pollock was pressured to remove content from her Facebook page by city officials. She emphasized the importance of respecting free speech and urged the council to cease any such behavior.

In response, council members clarified that they could not discuss the matter further due to Texas Open Meetings Act regulations, which restrict discussions to agenda items. However, council member James Irbish took the opportunity to address the broader issue of public disparagement of city employees, asserting that such behavior undermines the morale of those dedicated to public service.

Irbish also expressed his ongoing opposition to the city's no-kill animal shelter policy, arguing that it leads to an influx of aggressive animals and increased costs for the community. He suggested that the city should reconsider its approach to animal control, advocating for a more pragmatic solution that prioritizes public safety and responsible resource management.

The meeting highlighted tensions surrounding local governance, free speech, and animal welfare policies, reflecting the complexities of managing community expectations and resources in a small town.