Stop Making Excuses: Local Governments Can Easily Livestream Meetings for Cheap

Officials say cost and staffing are barriers, but basic equipment and free tools make meeting access easier than ever

I am going around the State of Michigan and calling out cities, townships, school board and other governmental agencies who do not livestream or post their meetings online.

Under Michigan law it’s not a legal requirement to do so, but in my opinion it goes a long way in being transparent.

Livestreaming and recording meetings builds trust.

Residents can wa…