Board reviews proposed changes to public‑comment rules prioritizing students and adding selection process

Aug 14, 2026

Chief John Harrison presented first‑reading revisions to Procedure 1400 to clarify public‑comment logistics: audio/video/transcript retention, prioritization when more than ten speakers (students first), use of a digital randomizer for extra slots, and a prohibition on substitutions without prior written notice.

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At first reading Chief John Harrison presented proposed revisions to Procedure 1400, the board procedure that governs public comment and meeting operations. The changes shown to directors would require a minimum audio recording (the district already posts audio, video and transcripts), clarify the process when more than 10 speakers register, and prioritize student speakers and agenda‑item speakers for the limited slots.

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