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Hammond BZA discusses meeting date change and in-chambers quorum requirement
Summary
Board members discussed moving the May meeting to June 2 and the city staff noted that state rules permit remote attendance but require a minimum of three members physically present in the chambers to meet quorum.
Board members and staff discussed that the May meeting date conflicts with Memorial Day week and tentatively agreed to move the meeting to Tuesday, June 2, subject to confirmation from members who missed the meeting. Staff emphasized the legal requirement that while members may attend remotely, at least three members must be physically present in the chambers for the meeting to satisfy quorum rules.
A staff member explained the practical requirement: "I need 50% of the body in the chambers." Board members noted that remote attendance by video is permitted and that some members could Zoom in if out of town, but they also discussed checking individual availability before confirming the new date.
