public comment guidelines
Coverage of public comment guidelines in the Nexus archive.
- Documenters report: Minneapolis school board approves budget for next school year
The Minneapolis Board of Education approved a budget for the next school year, along with resolutions addressing school transformation and the proposed Anishinabe Academy building. The budget deficit decreased from $50 million to $37 million, and about 100 positions were restored. Public comment sessions included concerns over school closures and the Anishinabe Academy project, with revised guidelines prioritizing current students, caregivers, and staff.
- Documenters report: Minneapolis school board considers new public comment guidelines
The Minneapolis Board of Education's Policy Committee reviewed records retention and wellness policies, and proposed revised public comment guidelines with a priority system for speakers if more than 25 people request to speak. The new guidelines, if approved, would take effect in September and prioritize current students, caregivers/staff speaking on agenda items, and residents in specific order.