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Council advances rules of procedure edits, adds formal complaint process and trespass clarifications
Summary
Councilors reviewed and directed staff to move forward with updates to the rules of procedure, including clarifying the code of conduct complaint submission process, adding trespass policy references for disruptive conduct, and encouraging in‑person attendance with cameras on as preferred.
Clark County Councilors reviewed proposed amendments to the council rules of procedure and provided direction to counsel to prepare the document for public hearing. Proposed changes clarify reliance on Robert’s Rules of Order in event of procedural disputes, define a process for filing allegations of violations of the code of professional conduct, and tighten language about addressing disruptive conduct at public meetings through the county facility trespass policy.
A councilor proposed a specific addition to the code of conduct section: that "an allegation of a violation of the code of professional conduct must be submitted in writing by a councilor to either the chair or the county manager, and the councilor who is the subject of the complaint shall receive a copy and an opportunity to respond before the council considers disciplinary action." Counsel and multiple councilors discussed whether the process should be limited to councilors or open to members of the public; the majority supported including a clear submission and response mechanism.
Counsel also recommended incorporating a trespass policy exhibiting prohibited activities and appeal rights, and a draft was provided for consideration. On attendance, councilors agreed to 'encourage' in‑person attendance for regular meetings and to recommend that virtual participants keep cameras on unless there is a valid exception. The council directed counsel to make the edits and schedule the rules of procedure for a public hearing.
