The Committee shall meet as often as necessary to conduct its business but at least four (4) times annually. By July 1st of each year, the Committee shall submit an annual report on the committee's activities, including any suggestions it has made to the LEA. The LEA shall respond to the ELL Advisory Committee in writing within sixty (60) calendar days of receiving the annual report. These reports shall be made available to the public in a manner consistent with other public reporting requirements. Reports and minutes of each meeting shall also be forwarded to the school LEA's superintendent's office. The LEA shall respond to the Committee within fifteen (15) calendar days after receiving the report. Official minutes shall be kept of all Committee meetings and shall be made available to the public on request. All Committee meetings and agenda items shall be publicly announced prior to any meetings, and these meetings shall be open to the public. Interpreters and other necessary services for committee members or participants shall be provided at Committee meetings by the LEA. The Committee membership shall serve without compensation but must be reimbursed by the LEA for reasonable and necessary expenses for attending meetings and performing duties.
200 R.I. Code R. 200-RICR-20-30-3.27