Brooks City Council tackles policies, peace officer appointment
Brooks City Council met on June 22 to consider several policy updates and the appointment of a Community Peace Officer. The agenda also included a new Access to Information Bylaw and a proposal to remove the policy that lists community groups on the city website. Minutes from the meeting have not yet been published, so no votes or final decisions are available.
Community Peace Officer appointment
Council discussed appointing a Community Peace Officer. The position would add a local enforcement resource for bylaw and public safety matters. No further details about the candidate or start date were provided in the agenda.
Access to Information Bylaw (Bylaw 26/032)
A new Access to Information Bylaw was on the table. The bylaw would govern how the public can request records from the city. The specific changes from the previous bylaw were not outlined in the agenda.
Business Continuity Plan update (Policy F-002-030(B))
Council reviewed an update to the city’s Business Continuity Plan. The policy outlines how city operations would continue during emergencies or disruptions. The nature of the revision was not detailed in the agenda.
Social Media Policy update (Policy F-002-031(A))
A revision to the city’s Social Media Policy was considered. This policy sets rules for official city social media accounts and employee use. Specific changes were not listed.
Rescinding policy for community groups on city website (Policy F-002-027)
Council discussed rescinding a policy that governs listing community groups on the city website. If approved, the city may stop maintaining that list or change how groups are featured. The agenda did not indicate a replacement plan.
Coming up
No upcoming City Council or committee meetings were listed in the next 14 days. Residents should check the city’s meeting calendar for future sessions.