Legislation

City Council Moves to Scrap Criminal Registration System Amid Controversy Over Fees and Procedures

Council members Phillips and Driscoll, along with four others, introduced a bill to repeal the city's criminal registration system, amid controversy over fees and procedures affecting individuals subject to it. The proposal would eliminate existing regulations on Monday if passed.

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City Council Unveils Proposal to Boost City Solicitor's Power in Defending Local Laws

City officials would be required to defend city laws in court and not advise against their validity until a judge rules otherwise under proposed changes. The Law Department's powers are up for public vote.

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City Council Takes Control of Job Application Fees Setting Stage for Special Election Next Month

City Council wants voters to decide whether applicants for city jobs should pay fees only with council approval. A special election is scheduled next month on this proposal, which was sponsored by Councilmembers Blackwell and Nutter.

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