Authorize international travel to Japan and China for 4 city officials
In Plain English
Councilmembers Bates and Boozé, City Manager Bill Lindsay, and Port Director Jim Matzorkis plan to visit sister cities Shimada, Japan and Zhoushan, China in December 2011. The city maintains sister city relationships to promote trade and cultural exchange. If approved, taxpayers cover travel costs for the 4-person delegation.
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Votes
Authorized international travel in December 2011 by Councilmembers Bates and Boozé, City Manager Bill Lindsay, and Port Director Jim Matzorkis to Shimada, Japan
6 to 1
Why This Vote Matters
The council approved sending four city officials to Japan in December 2011, with Councilmember Beckles casting the lone opposing vote. Two councilmembers, the city manager, and port director will visit the sister city of Shimada to promote trade and cultural exchange relationships. Taxpayers will cover the travel expenses for this delegation, though no specific dollar amount was provided. The approval came with broad support despite Beckles' dissent, continuing the council's typical pattern of supporting personnel-related measures.
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