Board votes to enter closed session citing Iowa Code for litigation and real-estate discussions

Sep 9, 2026

The board voted to go into closed session under Iowa Code to discuss pending litigation and the potential purchase or sale of particular real estate; roll call showed affirmative votes before adjournment.

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The board moved and seconded a motion to enter closed session to discuss two matters: litigation where disclosure could prejudice the governmental body's position, and the purchase or sale of a particular real estate parcel where premature disclosure could increase the price. The chair cited statutory authority for a closed session and the clerk called the roll; the meeting record shows affirmative votes and then a motion to adjourn.

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