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Richland 01 committee reviews draft policy to make public comment outcomes clearer
Summary
The Admin and Audit Committee of Richland 01 reviewed a draft public-participation policy and discussed adding language to clarify how the district responds when public comment leads to action; staff said they will review existing BoardDocs procedures and close any gaps.
The Admin and Audit Committee of Richland 01 met March 17, 2026, at the Stevenson Administration Building to review a draft public-participation policy and discuss how the district should show that public input affects board decisions. Dr. Aaron Bishop opened the meeting and noted the session was for discussion only because a second was not available for formal adoption.
Emma Brant, a paralegal who presented the draft, said the policy was developed from the South Carolina School Boards Association model and tailored for the…
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