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Study Commission told proxy votes should be avoided; remote participation requires IT support
Summary
Legal counsel and staff advised the Study Commission not to allow proxy votes and noted remote participation via Zoom is permitted but will require coordination with a stretched IT staff; commissioners will vote on bylaws next week.
Legal staff advised the Butte‑Silver Bow Study Commission that proxy voting is not recommended and that while appearing remotely is permitted, practical limitations with county IT mean remote participation will require advance coordination.
Counsel reviewed practice in the state legislature and county rules and said proxy votes are generally used in legislative committee settings but…
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