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Training and refresher for Planning Commissioners on rules and use of Parliamentary Procedures (Robert’s Rules of Order) during Planning Commission Meetings
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BACKGROUND SUMMARY:
Parliamentary rules are employed in public meetings to create an environment of order, clarity, and fairness during meetings where important issues must be considered. Training is being provided on the use of parliamentary procedures in the decision-making process.
OVERVIEW:
The Town has contracted with A Great Meeting Inc., of Rockville, Maryland, to provide training and facilitation to commissioners and staff. This firm provided similar training to the Planning Commission in 2019 and recently to Vienna Town Council in February 2023.
RECOMMENDATION:
Participate in a 7:00-9:00 p.m. session, Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at Town Hall in the Town Council Chambers.