Title
Discussion of Parliamentary Process
Recommended Action
Discussion only; No action required
Report
Issue:
Discussion of parliamentary process.
Staff Contact:
Tobi Hill-Meyer, Diversity Equity Inclusion Manager, Office of Strategic Initiatives 360.753.8285
Background and Analysis:
Commissioners asked if alternative systems of facilitation were an option or if they were required to follow Robert’s Rules.
The Rules of Procedure adopted by the City Council state:
3.b. Robert’s Rules of Order -- The committee process for taking action will generally be guided by the latest revised version of Robert’s Rules of Order. However, a meeting need not become unduly cumbersome due to strict adherence to Robert’s Rules.”
This has been interpreted to mean that there is grace to follow Robert’s Rules on a basic level without getting into all its complexities, but that some form of Robert’s Rules should be the base of how the commission is run for votes, motions, call to order, adjournment, etc.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
N/A
Options:
Discussion only; No action required
Financial Impact:
N/A
Attachments:
Rules of Procedure