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Wausau council members push for firm packet deadlines and fuller appointment materials
Summary
Committee members discussed setting a firm deadline for inclusion of materials in the council packet and requiring more complete application materials for appointments and reappointments to boards and commissions. Members debated a 6-day packet preparation standard, possible 48-hour or 24-hour hard stops, and exceptions for time‑sensitive items.
Committee members discussed what materials should be included in the common-council packet and when packet materials must be finalized. Several members said late additions — sometimes arriving hours before a meeting — strain the clerk's office and leave council members with little time to review documents.
Council staff said the existing timeline sets a seven-day filing deadline for…
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