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Council updates standing orders to allow limited remote participation and clarify workshop voting
Summary
Council updated its policies and procedures to allow a fourth monthly meeting by consensus, limit remote participation to no more than four consecutive regularly scheduled meetings, and clarify that votes at workshops are only for emergency situations per Florida statute.
The council adopted amendments to its standing orders and policies related to meeting schedules and remote participation.
Key changes included adding a provision that a fourth monthly meeting may be scheduled by consensus of the council, clarifying that workshops are not intended for votes except in emergency situations consistent with Florida statutes, and imposing a limit on consecutive virtual appearances: no more than four consecutive regularly scheduled meetings without an in-person return. The city attorney advised that the emergency exception is available under state law for urgent matters such as hurricanes.
Councilmembers asked for a memo with additional language options and guidance; staff will return with suggested clarifications. The revised policies were adopted by unanimous vote.
