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La Palma Council adopts revised code of conduct amid dispute over agenda rules
Summary
Council approved a revised city council code of conduct that adds requirements such as securing a second councilmember to place certain items on the agenda; the measure passed 4-1 after debate about whether the change limits an individual member’s voice.
The La Palma City Council voted to adopt an updated code of conduct that modifies how council members request agenda items and clarifies meeting norms, communications and accountability procedures.
Staff told the council the revisions responded to earlier direction from a goal setting session and were intended to reflect best practices as the city transitions to district‑based representation. The draft included edits addressing meeting agendas, oral communications, council comments and reports, boards and committees, travel and accountability.…
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