Local Government

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Public Comment Period Ends Immediately After Public Begins Commenting

Residents attending Monday night’s City Council meeting were given the opportunity to speak during public comment for just under three minutes before officials announced the period had concluded, citing time constraints, agenda priorities, and the need to “keep things moving.” The public comment period officially…

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Township Launches “Listening Tour,” Assures Residents Nothing Will Change

Township officials announced the launch of a new “listening tour” this week aimed at gathering resident feedback on a range of municipal issues, while simultaneously assuring the public that no policy changes are expected to result from the effort. The tour, which will consist of…

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Local Government Assures Residents Process Is Working as Intended

Local officials assured residents this week that the municipal process is functioning exactly as designed, following a series of public complaints questioning recent decisions, timelines, and outcomes. The reassurance came during a regularly scheduled council meeting in which residents raised concerns about transparency, responsiveness, and…

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Council Forms Committee to Study Issue Already Decided

City Council members voted Monday night to form a special committee tasked with studying an issue the council has already resolved, citing the importance of due process, public confidence, and “making sure we did this the right way, even if it’s already done.” The committee,…

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Board Votes Unanimously After Brief Moment of “Discussion”

Local officials repeatedly emphasized their commitment to transparency Tuesday night while conducting a municipal meeting entirely in executive session, citing openness, public trust, and the importance of “letting residents know we’re having these conversations.” The meeting, held at Town Hall and listed on the public…

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Officials Praise Transparency, Conduct Meeting Entirely in Executive Session

Local officials repeatedly emphasized their commitment to transparency Tuesday night while conducting a municipal meeting entirely in executive session, citing the importance of openness, public trust, and “letting residents know we’re having these conversations.” The meeting, held at Town Hall and listed on the public…