Bel Air board moves to closed session to consult counsel on Hartford Mall Veil development project
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The board voted to close the public meeting under the Maryland Open Meetings Act to consult with counsel on legal strategy related to the Hartford Mall Veil development project, citing the need to protect attorney-client privilege.
The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners voted unanimously March 2 to adjourn the public portion of the meeting and go into a closed session to consult with counsel about the Hartford Mall Veil development project.
Commissioner Taylor moved to close the meeting under the Maryland Open Meetings Act (General Provisions) to obtain legal advice on the development project, saying public discussion of confidential information and legal strategy could compromise attorney-client privilege. The motion cited the statutory basis for closing the meeting for legal consultation.
The board voted 'Aye' on the motion and the public meeting was adjourned prior to the closed session. The board said no further public business would be conducted after returning from closed session.
What’s next: The board and legal counsel will meet in closed session; any public action or reportable decision required by law will be disclosed in compliance with the Maryland Open Meetings Act.
