Discussion

Consideration of possible local campaign finance ordinance precluding "dark money" expenditures to influence local elections. Local elections are for Councilmember and Mayor in the City of Flagstaff. Generally stated, "dark money" is an expenditure to influence local elections without any disclosure obligations on the person or entity making the expenditure.

Additional legal review will be necessary if discussion leads to City Council direction for the development of a potential ordinance.

If the City Council gives direction to develop a potential local campaign finance ordinance, additional legal review will be performed and a potential ordinance may be prepared for consideration and possible adoption at the July 6, 2021 regular meeting.