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Clarkesville council votes to go into executive session on pending litigation

The city council closed part of its June 2 meeting to discuss legal matters with its attorney, a step that keeps the underlying litigation details out of public view.

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June 2, 2025: Motion to enter executive session

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The June 2 meeting agenda and packet for the Clarkesville city council listed an executive session for attorney-client consultation on pending or potential litigation, citing the state's open meetings law exemption for such discussions.

SourcesMayor and City Council - Jun 2, 2025 - 6:00 PM: AgendaMayor and City Council - Jun 2, 2025 - 6:00 PM: Agenda Packet

At the work session, Council Member Angelia Kiker moved to enter executive session, and the council approved the motion 4-0.

SourcesCity Council Work Session - Jun 2, 2025 - 5:00 PM: Minutes

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Executive session for attorney-client consultation on pending or potential litigation

Council Will Enter Executive Session pursuant to the attorney-client privilege

Appeared on agenda
proposed

Executive session for attorney-client consultation on pending or potential litigation

Council Will Enter Executive Session pursuant to the attorney-client privilege and as provided by Georgia Code section 50-14-2(1)

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Motion to enter executive session

Council Member Angelia Kiker made a motion to enter executive session

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