Shady Cove City Council holds open hearing to hear charges against Councilor Paige Winfrey

by Christy Solo – Editor

Shady Cove City Council held an open hearing Feb. 19. Per the announcement, “In accordance with ORS 192.660(2)(b), the council will hold an “open hearing” to consider the dismissal or disciplining of, or to hear complaints or charges brought against, a public officer (councilor).”

Initially the meeting had been scheduled as an executive session, however Councilor Paige Winfrey requested it be held as an open hearing. The executive session was…