COUNCIL is set to re-open its doors for public participation at general meetings, but the public gallery remains closed.
The meetings were closed to the public following its COVID-19-related suspension last year.
Redland City Mayor Karen Williams said the meetings provided wider public access to council decision-making, including the ability to address community matters.
"Council will dedicate 15 minutes to public participation, with five-minute sessions being allocated to three separate speakers.
"The sessions still need to be time limited so we can adhere to Queensland Health directives," she said.
Cr Williams said at this stage the public gallery remained closed due to current COVID-19 social distancing restrictions.
"Meeting audio and video will continue to be made available on council's website as soon as is practical after each general meeting.
"Once more restrictions start to lift, we can then consider opening back up fully," she said.
Access to the booking system is on council's website and confirmations will be provided by close of business on the Monday preceding the general meeting.
The next general meeting is on May 19.
