Approval of the budget is a major function of the Board. Commissioners support the hiring of teachers, administrators, and support staff who are responsible for educating the students. As public officials, individuals who serve on the Board are active and visible members of the community. However, the Board acts officially only as a group. It is committed to openness and candor in the conduct of its business and encourages citizen participation during regular meetings.
All meetings are open to the public.
Public notice of all meetings must be given at least 24 hours in advance. Special meetings are held from time to time for official action on specific topics. No business shall be transacted except that for which the meeting was called. Speakers must sign the register located at the Board secretary's table and read the guidelines upon arrival at Board meeting. Speakers may not yield their time to a person whose name is not already on the agenda to speak.