BROWN ACT

BROWN ACT

Many aspects of routine Board business like how and when to post agendas; what you can/cannot discuss at meetings; and how to keep email threads from turning into serial meetings are regulated by this California law requiring open & transparent public meetings.

• Training videos – what the Brown Act is & how to navigate it:
  • Part 1 (10 min)
  • Part 2 (9 ½ min)
  • Part 3 (5 min)
• Quick overview of how Brown Act relates to NCs
• How to avoid a “serial meeting” in an email exchange
• Brown Act requirements for Standing vs Ad Hoc Committees