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Board debates live streaming and digital accessibility; administration directed to study options
Summary
Board members and the solicitor discussed pros and cons of live streaming meetings, moderation, access equity, and costs. The board asked administration and IT to return with options, cost estimates and recommendations (Zoom vs YouTube, equipment needs, posting timeline).
Board members spent an extended portion of the meeting debating whether and how to provide live streaming and other digital accessibility options for public board meetings.
Concerns raised included the need to verify and moderate commenters who participate remotely, the risk of disruptive background activity and ‘‘coaching,’’ equity issues for residents without transportation or childcare, and…
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