Sessions: Better communication will lead to better productivity

Council scolded on putting staff on ‘witness stand.’

Live Oak City Council President Matt Campbell (right) looks on as County President Pro-Tem Tommie Jefferson speaks Tuesday during a budget workshop about the need for funding to pave streets in his district, including Spruce Street. (JAMIE WACHTER/Lake City Reporter)
Live Oak City Council President Matt Campbell (right) looks on as County President Pro-Tem Tommie Jefferson speaks Tuesday during a budget workshop about the need for funding to pave streets in his district, including Spruce Street. (JAMIE WACHTER/Lake City Reporter)

LIVE OAK — As the city looks to finalize its fiscal year 2025-26 budget, Live Oak City Manager Larry Sessions wants his staff removed from the “witness stand.”

During the Live Oak City Council’s s…