Parkland Council Convenes Closed Session Under MGA §197
The Council voted to convene in closed session under Section 197 of the Municipal Government Act to discuss matters protected from disclosure under Sections 28 and 29 of the Access to Information Act. No further details about the subject matter were disclosed on the public agenda.
What this means for you
Closed sessions under these provisions typically cover solicitor-client privilege, litigation strategy, or other legally protected matters. Attorneys with clients involved in active disputes or negotiations with the City should monitor for any resulting public resolutions or directives that emerge from this session. Bottom Line: Watch for follow-up public motions at the next meeting that may reveal the substance of the closed session and any actionable decisions made behind closed doors.
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