California Open Meetings Act

The California Open Meetings Act, also known as the Ralph M. Brown Act, is a law that ensures transparency in government by requiring public access to meetings of local government bodies. It mandates that meetings be held in public, with agendas posted in advance, allowing citizens to observe and participate in government discussions and decisions. Exceptions exist for closed sessions, typically involving sensitive matters. The goal is to promote accountability and encourage public involvement in the governmental process, ensuring that decisions affecting the community are made openly and transparently.