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Process allowing additional recordings of Council meetings underway

NEWS RELEASE - Distributed October 30, 2015 9:45 AM

Summary

Nanaimo City Council has moved forward with a new procedure which provides residents greater access to meetings held by their elected officials. Council and Committee of the Whole meetings taking place in the City's Service and Resource Centre (SARC) boardroom are now recorded on video. Members of the public wishing to view the meetings can do so by visiting the City's website.

Link to Strategic Plan: Taking responsibility to be an excellent municipal government.

Key Points

  • The new procedure applies to all Council and Committee of the Whole meetings held in the Service and Resource Centre. Meetings held in the Shaw Auditorium are already recorded.
  • Meetings held in the Service and Resource Centre boardroom include budget workshops, orientations and updates. The space is advantageous for extended discussions and close collaboration.

Quotes

Bill McKay

"Council and City staff remain committed to providing the public with a high level of access to the meetings where our City business is discussed. For individuals who are unable to attend all meetings in person, viewing the additional recordings provides a convenient alternative."

Bill McKay
Mayor
City of Nanaimo

Quick Facts

  • Unlike meetings held in the Shaw Auditorium, meetings held in the Service and Resource Centre are not broadcast live or live-streamed to the City's website.
  • Meetings recorded in the Service and Resource Centre are typically posted to the City's website within one business day.
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Contact:

Philip Cooper
Communication Manager
City of Nanaimo
250-755-4532

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