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A new ordinance requires planning commissioners who decide to run for public office to take a leave of absence. This aims to keep the commission focused on its advisory role and prevent it from being used as a political platform.
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 90 before that.
There is no direct financial impact on the city budget.
Provo residents benefit from a more transparent and impartial planning process.
A new ordinance requires planning commissioners who decide to run for public office to take a leave of absence. This aims to keep the commission focused on its advisory role and prevent it from being used as a political platform.
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The city is looking to formalize rules that keep politics out of the Planning Commission. By requiring members to take a leave of absence while campaigning, the city hopes to ensure that land-use decisions remain unbiased.