City Council Closed Session on Potential Lawsuits

Original title: Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation The City Council will conduct a closed session, pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(2), because there is a significant exposure to litigation in 2 cases.

Record date · January 20, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The City Council has scheduled a private meeting to discuss two specific legal matters where the city faces a significant risk of being sued.

Why it matters

The City Council is meeting in private to discuss legal strategy regarding two potential lawsuits that could impact city resources or policy.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

City Council

The council members are participating in the closed session to receive legal counsel.

Indirectly affected

City Residents

Residents are affected by the potential legal outcomes and the use of city resources for legal defense or settlements.

Key Facts

The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation.
There are two specific cases identified as having significant exposure to litigation.
The meeting is authorized under Government Code section 54956.9(d)(2).
The agenda item is filed under number 26-1835.

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