Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 156-2-4 - Conduct of Meetings4.1. All meetings must be open to the public, although the Board may, either on its own initiative or upon the request of an interested party, hold an executive session during a meeting after its presiding officer has identified the authorization under W. Va. Code § 6-9A-1 for the holding of such executive session and has presented it to the governing body and to the general public, as required by W. Va. Code § 6-9A-4. An executive session will only be held upon a majority affirmative vote of the Board members present.4.2. Persons desiring to address the Board are encouraged to make arrangements in advance with the Board. However, advance arrangements are not necessary as such person may sign in prior to the scheduled commencement of any regular or special meeting. Any speaker shall provide his/her name, mailing address, telephone number and the subject to be addressed. Presentations shall be limited to five minutes, unless otherwise designated by the Board. Delegations are encouraged to use a spokesperson to present their concerns or proposals.