Spokane Valley City Council considering settlement with councilmember Al Merkel

No deal: Spokane Valley rejects Merkel’s offer, citing taxpayer risk

(The Center Square) – Coming after one of its own, the Spokane Valley City Council rejected a settlement proposal from Councilmember Al Merkel on Tuesday after the council sued over

The city of Spokane Valley and Councilman Al Merkel destined for court following denial of settlement offer

As the shouting match at the end of Tuesday’s city council meeting indicated, it’ll be up to the courts to put an end to the ongoing public records dispute within Spokane Valley’s city hall.

Spokane Valley city council rejects settlement with Al Merkel amid violation of social media policies

UPDATE: June 3 at 10:15 p.m. Spokane Valley City Council unanimously voted against a settlement agreement with Councilman Al Merkel. Merkel and his lawyers presented the agreement following accusations that he violated city social media policies. The council members argued that Merkel violated the Public Records Act. However, Merkel's attorney contended that the statute does

Spokane Valley City Council considering settlement with councilmember Al Merkel

The city has been investigating whether Merkel used 'next door' for city-related announcements without keeping records.

No deal: Spokane Valley rejects Merkel’s offer, citing taxpayer risk - Everett Post

(The Center Square) – Coming after one of its own, the Spokane Valley City Council rejected a settlement proposal from […]