Why One Michigan Resident Started Recording Every Meeting

Renee Curtis says recording local government meetings has helped residents stay informed and may encourage officials to begin broadcasting sessions themselves.

HADLEY TOWNSHIP, Mich. — What began as one resident’s effort to learn more about local government has evolved into a growing push for greater public access to township meetings.

Renee Curtis said she started attending Hadley Township meetings regularly after the 2024 election cycle. Her goal was simple: better understand how local government works and ho…