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Resident asks council about nondisclosure agreements; special session set for garbage contract vote

Chelsea City Council · July 21, 2026
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Summary

During public comment Heather Gibbons asked whether Chelsea has rules preventing nondisclosure agreements with companies; the mayor said no ordinance exists and will consult the city attorney. Council also announced a special session July 27 to vote on the residential garbage collection award (res. 14-09).

At the community forum, Heather Gibbons of 1437 Tara Drive asked the council whether the city has a rule prohibiting nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) between the city and companies, citing concern about transparency in surrounding communities.

Gibbons asked, "Do we have a rule in place that y'all cannot do NDAs with companies?" The mayor (role) replied there is not currently an ordinance one way or the other and said he would speak with the city attorney to explore options. Gibbons said citizens would appreciate a policy to increase confidence and transparency.

Separately, Council President announced a special called session set for Monday the 27th at 8 a.m. in the same chambers to vote on the residential garbage collection award (resolution 14-09), which had been removed from the current meeting’s agenda.

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