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Board votes to enter closed session to discuss litigation strategy under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(c)
Summary
The Black Hawk County Board of Supervisors voted to go into a closed session under Iowa Code section 21.5(1)(c) to discuss strategy with counsel regarding litigation that is imminent or pending.
The Black Hawk County Board of Supervisors voted on Oct. 14 to move into a closed session under the Iowa Open Meetings Law to discuss litigation strategy with county counsel.
The resolution cites authority under Iowa Code section 21.5(1)(c), allowing a governmental body to meet in closed session to discuss strategy with counsel in a matter in litigation or when litigation is imminent and disclosure would likely prejudice the governmental body's position.
The board made the motion, took a second and approved the resolution by roll call. A subsequent motion adjourned the closed-session portion of the meeting and the full meeting later adjourned.
The transcript records the vote to enter closed session but does not disclose the subject matter discussed during the closed session. No formal actions resulting from the closed session were recorded on the public record at the Oct. 14 meeting.
The board will follow any statutory notice, minutes and disclosure requirements applicable under Iowa law for closed sessions when and if further public action is required.
