CMO Council Procedures & Meeting Management 5

Question 1

What is the role of the presiding officer when a council member raises a 'point of personal privilege'?

Accepted Answer

Immediately recognize it and allow the member to speak

Answer

A point of personal privilege relates to the comfort, rights, or reputation of a member and is recognized immediately by the chair.

Question 2

Under most state open meetings laws, which subject matter is NOT a permissible basis for an executive session?

Accepted Answer

Discussion of the annual budget priorities

Answer

General budget policy discussion must occur in open session; only narrowly defined topics like litigation, real estate, and personnel qualify for executive session.

Question 3

When the council considers a measure that requires a 'super-majority,' what vote threshold is typically required?

Accepted Answer

Two-thirds of members present

Answer

Super-majority requirements most commonly mandate a two-thirds vote, often used for emergency ordinances or overriding vetoes.

Question 4

A council adopts a motion 'without objection.' This procedure is also known as:

Accepted Answer

Unanimous consent

Answer

Unanimous consent (also called without objection) allows the council to take action without a formal vote when no member objects.

Question 5

Which best describes the 'order of business' in a typical municipal council meeting?

Accepted Answer

A set agenda structure prescribed by ordinance or rules of procedure

Answer

The order of business is typically prescribed by the council's adopted rules of procedure or municipal code to ensure consistency.

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CMO Council Procedures & Meeting Management 5