Procurement code modernization and cone of silence
Summary
A big update to the city's procurement and finance codes passed 6-1. The fight was over a new power for the commission to vote to waive the 'cone of silence' on procurements — Shuham said it invites lobbying; Biederman said the current rule makes their job harder.
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
No direct cost; affects procurement process integrity.
Staff and vendors gain clearer, modernized procurement rules.
Good-government critics argue the waiver option weakens procurement transparency protections.
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