Create law limiting campaign donations from development project applicants
In Plain English
The city wants to prevent conflicts of interest when deciding on development projects. Under the new law, if a developer or project supporter donates more than $250 to a mayor or council member, that official must step aside from voting on the project. The rule covers donations made within 12 months before the decision.
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Votes
Introduce said ordinance as first reading
5 to 2
Substitute motion to exclude the person that makes a donation and to raise the limit to $2,000
2 to 5
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