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Council narrows town‑hall format: short presentations, Q&A and breakout stations planned
Summary
Council members agreed on a town‑hall format with a brief opening (mayor/state‑of‑the‑city), short topical council presentations, a public Q&A segment and breakout stations for informal conversation; staff will prepare talking points and topic assignments for upcoming neighborhood events.
At the March 17 work study the Port Orchard council sketched a format for an upcoming town‑hall series focused on community engagement and practical updates rather than formal council business.
Councilors debated facilitation and timing and generally supported a format that opens with a condensed "state of the city," followed by short council briefings…
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