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Counsel cautions commissioners on conflicts, bias, social media and enforcement options
Summary
Orientation covered when commissioners should recuse for conflicts or appearances of conflicts, how social media and spouse/partner involvement can create predetermination risks, and what enforcement tools the city uses for persistent wetlands violations.
Counsel advised Norwalk commissioners on identifying conflicts of interest and steps available to enforce wetlands regulations when voluntary compliance fails.
Mario, the corporation counsel, summarized conflict guidance and gave a practical rule of thumb: if you would hesitate for more than a few minutes when deciding whether to participate, consider recusing. He said clear conflicts include close family or…
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