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SeaTac council debates in-person requirement for executive sessions; attorneys say law allows hybrid but stresses confidentiality
Summary
Councilmembers debated requiring in-person attendance for executive sessions and strict rules for remote participation; city attorneys said state law allows hybrid sessions but urged strong confidentiality safeguards.
The SeaTac City Council debated proposed language that would require in-person attendance for executive sessions and establish stricter rules when members attend remotely.
Staff presented two related proposals from a council member: require councilmembers to attend executive sessions in person, with limited exceptions for remote attendance, and a companion section that clarifies virtual-executive-session procedures during emergencies. Some councilmembers urged postponing action until the filer could attend.…
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