Eugene City Council holds executive session without public participation

The Eugene City Council held a work session on March 14, 2025, focusing on internal matters that required confidentiality. The meeting was conducted without public comment, and residents were informed they could access the session via livestream or by phone.

During the session, the council entered an executive meeting under specific Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) that allow for exemptions related to public records, internal advisory communications, personal privacy, and employment matters. Only representatives from the media and designated staff were permitted to attend this closed session, while other audience members were asked to leave.

It was emphasized that no decisions could be made during the executive session, and the meeting would not reconvene in open session afterward. This approach underscores the council's commitment to handling sensitive issues while maintaining transparency in public access to their proceedings.