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Two-way remote meeting participation under SB 707
Summary
Starting July 1 the city must let the public participate remotely in meetings by two-way audio/video, with a new policy on what happens if the stream fails. Council members flagged unbudgeted costs for off-site workshops and the need for a plan against meeting hacking.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Unbudgeted costs for streaming equipment and staffing at off-site meetings; state provides no funding.
✅Who benefits
Residents who cannot attend meetings in person.
⚠️Who could be affected
Taxpayers, who absorb compliance costs.
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