Public meetings, translated into answers
24,689 public meetings from 214 cities in 6 states, searchable in plain language — what was decided, who voted, and what’s next.
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“How did my city council vote on the housing reform package last month, and what did public commenters say?”
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The council passed Ordinance 2026-14 on April 16, 4–1. Voting yes: Binns, Garcia, Hwang, Patel. No: Smith, who cited setback concerns from the March town hall. Eight residents commented — six in support (mostly first-time homebuyers and a Realtor); two opposed (HOA representatives). Cited 3 meetings.
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