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Mayor warns council against texts during meetings, cites ordinance limits on debate and conduct
5762619 · July 16, 2025
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Summary
The mayor reminded aldermen of local ordinance limits on debate (section 2‑1‑28) and conduct (section 2‑1‑31) and warned that text messages exchanged during meetings can be subject to public records rules under the Open Meetings Act.
The mayor warned council members that local ordinances restrict speaking time and prohibit private communications during meetings, and reminded members that text messages exchanged about meeting business can be subject to public disclosure under the Open Meetings Act. During council reports the mayor referenced ordinance sections by number and…
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