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The Council unanimously received and filed the Attorney General’s determination regarding an Open Meeting Law violation tied to filling the Voke School Committee vacancy. The determination required release of deliberative communications within 45 days, with certification to follow.
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The City Council reviewed guidance on how communications among councillors can become improper deliberation outside a properly posted meeting. The City Solicitor explained that one-way messages, social media reactions, and cumulative communications can create a violation even without a vote or response. Councillors reached a consensus that formal Open Meeting Law training is needed.
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