In reviewing complaints about closed meetings held by council for the Township of Russell in 2023 and 2024, the Ombudsman indicated that the reports back provided by council following its closed sessions on February 12 and March 11, 2024 were adequate. The reports back related to the proposed or planned sale of land in the Township’s industrial park. The Ombudsman explained that the purpose of a report back is to provide general information about what was discussed in camera to enhance transparency.