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El Mirage council approves livestreaming of council meetings, work sessions, parks and planning and zoning meetings

5475345 · March 4, 2025
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After extended discussion about technology and archival requirements, the El Mirage council voted to livestream council meetings, council work sessions, the Parks and Recreation Committee and Planning & Zoning meetings; the motion passed 6-1 with Council Member Dorsey opposed.

The El Mirage Common Council on March 4 approved a motion to livestream city council meetings, council work sessions, Parks and Recreation Committee meetings and Planning & Zoning meetings for public viewing.

Council Members Eldridge and Gentry argued for broader access and said some residents cannot attend in person because of work, disability, or caregiving duties. "Complete transparency. That's what we owe the residents of El Mirage," Council Member Eldridge said, adding that transcripts and audio alone "do not tell the complete story" because body language and presentations are missing in audio…

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