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City attorney outlines why council cannot broadcast meetings on social platforms; officials echo caution to the public
Summary
City attorney Janine explained at the Jan. 22 meeting that cities must manage public-records obligations and forum rules, making social platforms problematic for live municipal meetings; council members said they will direct residents to the official broadcast and city-run CivicWeb link.
City Attorney Janine explained to the La Center City Council on Jan. 22 why the city does not broadcast council meetings live on social-media platforms such as Facebook and why council members should be cautious about using those platforms for meeting broadcasts or official communications.
Janine said two primary concerns drive the…
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