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Does a motion that was passed and then rescinded go in the minutes?

March 10, 2023 / Ann Macfarlane / Comments Off on Does a motion that was passed and then rescinded go in the minutes?

Dear Dinosaur: Does a motion that was passed, then rescinded at the same meeting, go in the minutes? If not, then is the motion to rescind also not put in the minutes?

Answer: Yes, both the motion itself, and the motion to rescind, go into the minutes. Each is a separate action of the board.

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Ann G. Macfarlane is a Professional Registered Parliamentarian. She offers an interactive and user-friendly way to master the key points for effective, efficient and fair meetings. Her background as a diplomat and Russian translator enables her to connect with elected officials and nonprofit board directors and give them the tools they need for success. She is the author of Mastering Council Meetings: A guidebook for elected officials and local governments.

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