City Council Special Meeting 06-23-2026

The City Council of Norwalk, Connecticut held a special meeting on June 23, 2026, focused primarily on Freedom of Information (FOI) training for council members. The session covered the history and purpose of FOI laws, emphasizing transparency in public meetings and records. Key topics included definitions of public meetings, quorum requirements, types of meetings (regular, special, emergency), and the rules governing executive sessions. The training also addressed public records requests, including the broad scope of what constitutes a public record, the handling of electronic communications such as emails and texts, and the timelines and procedures for responding to FOI requests. While the meeting did not involve direct procurement decisions, it highlighted the importance of proper record-keeping and transparency practices that could impact future procurement-related disclosures and compliance. No votes or contract awards were discussed during this session.