Topic 4: Public Comment Protocols & Expectations

Objective:
To offer clear and respectful avenues for the public to provide feedback during Board of Education meetings, while maintaining professionalism and legal compliance.

Internal and External Stakeholders:

Internal: Superintendent, Board Chair, Board Members
External: Parents, Students, Taxpayers, Community Groups

Step-by-Step Operations Procedure:

Public comment is placed as an agenda item titled Audience of Citizens.
Individuals are invited to speak within a set time limit (e.g., 3 minutes).
Board members do not respond during the meeting.
The Superintendent follows up with the speaker after gathering accurate information.

Step-by-Step Communications Procedure:

Public comment expectations are posted at the meeting entrance and on the district website.
The Board Chair opens the session with a reminder of comment guidelines.
As directed by the Board Chair, the Superintendent sends written follow-up or schedules meetings as needed.