Issue - meetings

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Title of Item/Report

Council Motion - Livestreaming Meetings

2.

Record of the Decision

Consideration was given to a report that requested Cabinet approve proposals for the livestreaming and recording of meetings following the Council motion to livestream all Council meetings and consideration of implementation details by Members’ Advisory Panel.

RESOLVED that:-

1. The proposals for the livestreaming and recording of meetings, and associated expenditure, set out in report and protocol be approved.

2. Meetings held outside of the Dunedin Council Chamber should not be livestreamed.

3. Officers look into the feasibility of holding Annual Council meetings in the Dunedin Council Chamber and consider bringing a further report to Members.

4. Photographs of past Mayors and Aldermen be displayed digitally on a television screen in the Civic Reception area and that this television to have the ability to display the livestreams of Council meetings as they are taking place.

3.

Reasons for the Decision

To implement the unanimously supported Council motion in a manner that is technically feasible, legally compliant, financially sustainable and consistent with accessibility standards.

4.

Alternative Options Considered and Rejected

None

5.

Declared (Cabinet Member) Conflicts of Interest

None

6.

Details of any Dispensations

None

7.

Date and Time by which Call In must be executed

Midnight, 20 March 2026