FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 2, 2015
The Board of Education of Calvert County Public Schools will implement a consent agenda at its meeting on September 10, 2015. A consent agenda is a meeting practice that packages routine committee reports, Board meeting minutes, and other non-controversial items not requiring discussion or independent action as one agenda item. The objective is to increase efficiency, dedicate meaningful time to complex decisions and be mindful of staff resources.
This practice, according to Board President Tracy H. McGuire, makes efficient use of time while maintaining the integrity of the Board process. She said, “Prior to or during the meeting, any Board member may direct an item to be moved to the regular agenda for discussion. The rights and privileges of Board members are not limited in any way by the use of a consent agenda.”
Items in the consent agenda include adoption of the agenda and minutes; financial, enrollment and construction reports; and approval of items—such as policies—that have been posted for public comment for 30 days and for which no comments have been received.
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