Committee asks County Attorney's Office for specific gaps in April opinion

Committee members asked county legal staff to spell out exactly what additional information or expertise is needed to move forward after a legal opinion was issued in April.

Natalie McKinney, a board member, pressed for concrete details on what remains unanswered: "What is the information that is missing that requires additional information and research?" McKinney said the committee needs a clear list so members can agree on necessary subject-matter expertise and avoid repeatedly delaying action.

Jordan Gautelli of the County Attorney's Office said he would defer to the official reviewers but promised to include the committee's request in an email and emphasized the importance of providing the needed information before the next meeting. The chair asked that the committee's questions be put in writing and requested staff confirm whether answers could be ready by the 20th of next month.

The exchange centered on narrowing the committee's scope so staff and outside reviewers are not asked to duplicate earlier work; no formal motion or vote was recorded on the request.