On Monday, November 1, 2010, at 5 p.m., the City Council's Judiciary and Legislative Investigations Committee will hold a hearing to explore the possibility of broadcasting proceedings from the Liquor Board, Board of Municipal Zoning Appeals and Board of Estimates, which represent three of the city’s most influential decision-making bodies.Most citizens are kept in the dark about decisions made by these powerful boards – which rule on everything from zoning changes to the awarding of multi-million dollar construction contracts – because they are not currently televised, and the meetings often take place during the day when people are at work.
“My bill will continue to strengthen Baltimore’s communities and ensure that our citizens are able to follow government proceedings,” Council President Young said. “The Transparency and Accountability Bill is critically important and will help us build a stronger Baltimore.”
The hearing is open to the public and will be broadcast on TV25.
Monday, Nov. 1 - 5pm
Du Burns Council Chamber, 4th Floor
City Hall - 100 N. Holliday Street
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