An internal Board decision: Motion changing the Board of Supervisors' Rules of Order by changing Rule 1.3.3 (In-Person and Remote Public Comment) to conform the Rule with the public comment changes.
Motion amending the Board of Supervisors' Rules of Order by amending Rule 1.3.3 (In-Person and Remote Public Comment) to conform the Rule with the public comment changes; adding a new Rule 1.3.4 (Remote Public Comment Disruption Policy) to adopt a policy for the Board of Supervisors to handle disruptions to remote public participation; adding a new Rule 1.3.5 (Disorderly Conduct by Public Commenters) to codify the procedures around disorderly conduct by public commenters; and amending Rule 3.8 (Public Comment at Committee Meetings) to prohibit committees from limiting the total amount of time for public comment on an item.
How it got here
This legislation originated from the requirements of California Senate Bill 707, which mandates changes to public comment procedures for legislative bodies.
The California State Senate approved Senate Bill No. 707, which requires legislative bodies to provide remote public comment options starting July 1, 2026.
A motion was introduced to amend the Board of Supervisors' Rules of Order to comply with SB 707, including new rules for remote public comment and handling disruptions.
The Rules Committee reviewed the motion and continued it to the call of the chair, indicating further discussion is needed.
The new rules regarding public comment and disruption policies will become operative, aligning with the requirements set forth by SB 707.
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