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Council authorizes litigation over alleged Brown Act notice errors; Stapleton recused

Newport Beach City Council · March 25, 2026
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Summary

After a closed session on potential Brown Act violations tied to notice for an ordinance (cited in public comments as 'Ordinance No. 26-2'), the council authorized initiation of litigation on one matter; all members voted in favor except Councilmember Stapleton, who was recused.

Following a closed session, the city announced the council voted to authorize initiation of litigation on one matter related to alleged violations of the Brown Act and notice issues for an ordinance that public commenters identified as "Ordinance No. 26-2." The closed-session announcement said details will…

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