A quick definition of special meeting: A special meeting is a gathering of people that is called for a specific purpose or reason. It is different from a regular meeting because it is not scheduled in advance and is only held when necessary.
In contrast, a special board meeting is a meeting that is not scheduled well in advance and is called by someone – authorized either under the law or the organization's bylaws – for a special purpose.
These may be referred to as special, ordinary, or extraordinary meetings. These general meetings are convened in ance with the association's constitution and are held to deal with any matters that should not wait until the next AGM.
Any meeting that is not a regular meeting of the governing body (i.e., that falls outside the time established for regular meetings and is not an adjournment or continuation of a regular meeting) is considered a “special meeting.” See RCW 42.30.
2. What should be excluded in the meeting minutes? Avoid switching tenses in your writing. Avoid recording the debate; just record the outcome. Avoid making personal observations or opinions. Avoid verbatim quotes. Avoid letting the meeting move on if you're confused.
Here are a few valid reasons for calling a special meeting: An urgent matter needs to be dealt with before the next regular meeting. There is a proposal to amend bylaws. Adopting or amending special rules of order.
Also called “business” or “regular” meetings, School Board meetings include two public comment opportunities; one for specific items listed on the agenda and another for general comment. Board Meetings are generally held in the Large Group Instruction Room (LGI) in the High School.
It is different from a regular meeting, which is held on a regular schedule. For example, a company may call a special meeting to discuss a major decision, such as a merger or acquisition. A school board may call a special meeting to address a specific issue, such as a budget shortfall.
Here are eight simple steps you can take to draft a meeting request email: Start with a clear subject line. Choose a greeting. Introduce yourself. Explain the purpose of the meeting. Propose a date and time (but be flexible) ... Request a confirmation. Tell participants how they reach you if necessary. Send a reminder.