Release of In-Camera Meetings
Step To Improved Openness & Transparency
City Councilor Bill Bestwick brought a notice of motion, which if passed by council could finally see some clarity adopted around the in-camera policy at city hall.
While not the exact wording, the motion is something to the effect:
1. Council direct staff to appoint the Director of Legislative Services to review In Camera meetings including minutes and decisions, voting record for release on a timely basis
2. Immediately release In Camera information including voting records of all decisions which no longer require protection.
The recent visit to city council by BC Ombudsperson Ms. Kim Carter dealt with the need for openness and transparency on the part of local governments in a healthy democracy. Noting that a lack of transparency breeds distrust in governments on all levels.
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