Ban acronyms and jargon during City Council meetings
Resolution 113-15
In Plain English
City staff and council members currently use government acronyms and technical terms that confuse residents during meetings. This policy requires speakers to use plain English and spell out abbreviations. The change makes meetings more accessible to everyone.
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Approve consent calendar
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