Council amends resolution language after concern about potential confirmation bias

Sep 15, 2026

Councilors removed two whereas clauses and replaced 'consequences' with 'further actions' in Resolution 33-57 after a mayor pro tem warned that certain phrasing could introduce confirmation bias and workplace anxiety.

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Councilors amended Resolution 33-57 to remove two whereas clauses and to soften language after an on‑record concern that some phrasing could introduce confirmation bias and increase workplace anxiety.

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