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Council begins rulebook review; discusses meeting times, public comment and attorney contact policy

5771037 · August 19, 2025
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Summary

Councilors and staff discussed proposed updates to council rules covering meeting times, placement of appointments on the consent agenda, public comment scope, liaison assignments and procedures for council contact with the city attorney. Staff will draft tracked changes for council consideration.

City staff opened a broad review of the city council rules on Aug. 18 and asked the council for direction on a suite of procedural items, including meeting times, how appointments appear on the consent agenda, public‑comment rules, liaison assignments and the process for council members to seek legal advice. City Manager Julia (last name not specified) said she reviewed the rules and highlighted items for council direction. On appointments, she noted the rules currently place appointments on the consent agenda and asked whether the…

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