Discuss changing City Council meeting start times on trial basis
In Plain English
City Council meetings currently run past midnight, preventing many residents from participating in later agenda items. The proposal explores starting meetings earlier to finish sooner and increase community participation. Starting earlier could conflict with residents' work schedules, so the council seeks public input on timing options.
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Votes
To change City Council meetings start times to 3:30 p.m. for the Open Session, 5:00 p.m. for the Regular Session, and end meetings at 11:00 p.m. for a six-month trial basis
7 to 0
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