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Councilors debate a simple rule for display materials; mayor requests advance notice for agenda items
Summary
Council debated whether to require councilmembers to submit audiovisual materials in advance to the mayor—s office or staff to prevent technical problems and agenda disruption.
Councilmembers discussed a recurring issue of members bringing audiovisual materials to display during meetings without advance notice to staff or the presiding officer.
Several councilmembers said late additions strain technical staff and can derail the meeting schedule. Councilman Fennell suggested a simple deadline for materials to be provided in advance, such as 72 hours or the day before the meeting, so staff have time to load and…
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