Process and Notice

A typical timeline for review and adoption spans at lease three regular board meetings.

Meeting 1: Information item stating intent to create or review a policy Meeting 2: Discussion Item Meeting 3: Adoption Action

Sometimes it is necessary to move through the process more quickly, but your Policy on Policies should spell out the circumstances that require emergency adoptions.

Sometimes a policy may be controversial or spark a lot of public interest.  In order to honor that interest it may take more than three meetings to present a policy that meets the qualities necessary for a good policy.

Notice to the public is essential to follow the requirements set in Montana's open meetings laws and maintaining public trust in your board.

Next, you will Test Your Understanding.