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Harlem board agrees to trial 5:30 p.m. start time for regular meetings
Summary
After discussion weighing parent accessibility against meeting logistics, the Harlem UD 122 board consented to a trial shift of regular board meetings to 5:30 p.m., with the option to revisit based on community feedback and public-notice requirements.
Board members debated adjusting the district's regular board meeting start time and reached consensus to set future meetings at 5:30 p.m. as a trial. Several members expressed concern that an earlier or later start could affect parents who work evenings; others argued the compromise would better align surrounding districts and ease scheduling for board members and presenters.
One board member said, "I think 05:30 would be a good compromise," and the chair called for consensus on 5:30; members present agreed. Staff indicated the district can change the public notice and revert the time if community feedback suggests the new start time reduces participation.
Board leaders noted streaming provides an alternative for people who cannot attend in person, but they emphasized that retention of public participation is a consideration. The board asked staff to monitor attendance and community input and to public-notice any permanent time change if taken up in a future meeting.
The consensus decision was recorded during the meeting and placed on the calendar for implementation pending required notice procedures.
