Summary
Council debated whether members can use phones and email during meetings. The 4-3 vote rescinded the rule, so members can now use devices freely — supporters say it improves responsiveness; critics worry about transparency.
At a glance
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Last discussed Feb 12, 2026.
Impact analysis
✅Who benefits
Council members gain flexibility to check emails and personal messages during meetings.
⚠️Who could be affected
Residents lose a safeguard against private real-time communication among council members during votes.
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