Motion: To introduce a new piece of business or propose a decision or action, a motion must be made by a group member ("I move that......") to the chairperson. A second motion must then also be made (raise your hand and say, "I second it.") After limited discussion the group then votes on the motion.
Robert's Rules of Order provides for four general types of motions: main motions, subsidiary motions, incidental motions, and renewal motions. The most important are main motions, which bring before the organization, for its action, any particular subject.
Propose the Motion The presiding officer recognizes the member. Member proposes a motion. When a member of the assembly wishes to discuss a topic or agenda item, he/she must first move that it be approved for discussion. To introduce a motion, say “I move that …” followed by a statement of the proposal.
Robert's Rules of Order motion steps Motion: A member rises or raises a hand to signal the chairperson. Second: Another member seconds the motion. Restate motion: The chairperson restates the motion. Debate: The members debate the motion.
If a member moves to fix the time to adjourn when no question is pending and the board has set a date for another meeting the same day or the next day, it is considered a main motion. In the latter example, the motion may be debated and amended and it can have a subsidiary motion attached to it.
To make a motion, you must first be recognized and given the floor by the meeting chairperson or presiding officer. Once you have the floor, state the motion as “I move (state your motion here).”
It helps to jot down the main ideas you want to communicate through your motion. Include the most important details, such as why the motion is important, whether there are any legal factors or implications, and if the board needs to act within a certain timeframe.
How to Make a Motion During a Board Meeting Recognition. The first step is to be recognized. State the Motion. Next, state your motion clearly and concisely. Second the Motion. In order for your motion to move forward, someone else will need to second the motion. Debate and Discuss. Vote.
TABLING MOTIONS: If it appears that more information is needed to consider a motion fairly, then a motion to table the discussion can be made. The length of, and reason for, tabling the motion must be included in the table to motion. A majority of members must support the tabling in for it to pass.