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Public commenters press Grass Valley council on closed sessions and transit safety
Summary
Two public commenters urged more transparency about closed sessions and criticized local bus conditions and ADA access; the council reported it had directed staff to enter negotiations with a recruiting firm for the permanent city manager and approved the consent calendar.
During public comment, citizen Matthew Colter accused the council of holding closed-door sessions that he said violate the Brown Act and diminish transparency. Colter said the practice, which he said changed during the COVID period, prevents public input before decisions and undermines trust in council appointments.
"These closed door sessions without…
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