Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
Director's Name: Andrew J. Meyers
Department: County Attorney
Information
Requested Action
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MOTION TO DIRECT Office of the County Attorney to draft an Ordinance amending Section 1-233 of the Broward County Code of Ordinances providing for requirements to establish a quorum for advisory or other boards.
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Why Action is Necessary
Board direction is required for the Office of the County Attorney to draft an Ordinance amending the Broward County Code of Ordinances.
What Action Accomplishes
Provides the required direction to the Office of the County Attorney.
Is this Action Goal Related
No
Previous Action Taken
Summary Explanation/Background
Section 1-233(g) of the Broward County Code of Ordinance establishes the number of members needed to constitute a quorum for meetings of advisory or other boards.
The proposed amendment would provide that a quorum for advisory and certain other boards is a majority of the total appointed board members in attendance physically or through communications media technology, provided that a minimum of three appointed board members are in attendance physically.
Source of Additional Information
Adam M. Katzman, Senior Assistant County Attorney, 954-357-7600
Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Impact/Cost Summary
To be determined by the Office of Management and Budget upon presentation of a draft Ordinance.