Two-Way Audiovisual Access for Planning Commission (SB 707)
Summary
A new state law requires cities to let residents watch and participate in public meetings remotely. The commission adopted a backup plan for when the video/internet feed fails, so residents relying on online access aren't cut out of the process.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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Last discussed Jul 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
None — staff said it won't touch the General Fund.
Anyone who attends meetings remotely from home instead of coming to City Hall.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council (Special) - Jul 14, 2026
The city has installed a new two-way audio-visual system to comply with Senate Bill 707, which affects how residents can attend and comment at meetings remotely. Staff used this meeting's public comment period to test it.
Special Meeting of the Oakley Planning Commission - Jul 7, 2026
A new state law requires cities to let residents watch and participate in public meetings remotely. The commission adopted a backup plan for when the video/internet feed fails, so residents relying on online access aren't cut out of the process.
Regular Joint Meeting of the Oakley City Council/Oakley City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Oakley Redevelopment Agency/Oakley Public Financing Authority - Jun 9, 2026
Starting July 1, Planning Commission meetings must be livestreamed with two-way participation, so residents can attend and commissioners can appear remotely — capped at five remote appearances per year for commissioners.
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