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Posts Tagged ‘consent agenda’

Can member explain vote against consent agenda?

By Ann Macfarlane | March 29, 2021

Dear Dinosaur:  During our consent agenda vote, we have a board member who often votes nay. After their vote, they always feel the need to interrupt our process to give…

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Consent agenda: great tool for speedier meetings

By Ann Macfarlane | September 5, 2019

Updated July 19, 2021 One of the most useful tools for efficient meetings is a “consent agenda.” This is a single item of business on a regular agenda that includes…

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Motion to censure in Kaysville, Utah

By Ann Macfarlane | January 4, 2018

Here in Salt Lake City for the Utah School Boards Association, I find an interesting news item. The Kaysville city council is scheduled to pass a motion to censure a…

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