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Earlier editions: 2026-09

Part I — THE CHARTER›CHARTER OF SALINAS

Salinas Municipal Code Art. 6 Council Meetings

Salinas Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-08 · Salinas

Cite as: Salinas Municipal Code Article 6 · Text as of 2026-10-08

Section 6.1. - Time of Regular Council Meetings.

Regular meetings of the Council shall be held, called and noticed in such manner and at such times and places as may be prescribed by ordinance or resolution, except that the Council shall meet regularly once each month.

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Section 6.2. - Penalty for Absence from Regular Council Meetings.

A member of the Council who is absent from three consecutive regular meetings shall forfeit that member's seat unless excused by the Council on account of absence from the City on City business or illness. The reasons for such absence shall be entered upon the minutes.

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Section 6.3. - Special Meetings.

Special meetings of the Council shall be held, called and noticed in such manner and at such times and places as the Council may determine in accordance with applicable law.

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Section 6.4. - Meetings and Records to be Public.

All meetings of the Council and all records thereof shall be open to the public in conformity with applicable law.

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Section 6.5. - Quorum.

A majority of the membership of the Council shall be necessary for the transaction of business, but a smaller number may adjourn or compel the attendance of absent members.

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