HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-23-15 Informal MeetingINFORMAL MEETING
MARCH 23, 2015 4:54 P.M.
Council Present: Tim Scott, Henry Davis, Valerie Schey, Dr. Fred Ferlic, Dr. David Varner,
Oliver Davis, Derek Dieter, Gavin Ferlic, Karen White
Others Present: Kathy Cekanski - Farrand
President Tim Scott followed the usual practice of reviewing the evening agenda. He noted a change of
invocators. He indicated the Mayor would provide an update on the State of the City following which
Council questions would not be allowed. Tim's decision not to allow questions was challenged by Henry
Davis. Henry stated it was the legislative branch of governments' responsibility to monitor and question
the policies of the executive branch. He argued it was contrary to the Mayor's claim of transparency.
He also questioned the Council President's authority to limit questions. This point received the support
of Oliver Davis who asked the Council Attorney for an opinion. Attorney Kathy Cekanski- Farrand said the
President's decision could be overridden by a majority of the Council once the motions were properly
made and the vote called.
Common Council President
before adjourning at 5:05 P.M.