Committee discusses communication protocols, cautions against discussing absent members

Oct 1, 2026

Members agreed to be cautious when discussing specifics about prior heated debates in the absence of involved members and noted 'point of personal privilege' is available to raise concerns at the next meeting.

The full story

A committee member raised concerns about discussing specifics of prior heated discussions when some participants were absent and suggested notifying members when another member speaks publicly in another forum. The Chair explained the rules of order and noted members can use a 'point of personal privilege' to address such matters at the earliest opportunity.

Free newsletter

Sign up to keep reading.

Your free newsletter brings you what your city council, county, and school board discussed and decided.

or
Already have an account? Sign in