As this code is adhered to rather strictly, it is imperative that those who wish to participate have a fundamental understanding of the rules. Such knowledge will enable the participant to interact effectively at any meeting governed by parliamentary procedure. The meeting usually follows a standard order, the order of business. Announcements Adjournment Note that the order of business is merely a guideline. It is flexible and meant to be adapted to the needs and size of the assembly.
Motions are the vehicles which allow the members to participate in the meeting.
They are formal statements of a proposal or question to an assembly for consideration. The motions are classified as main, subsidiary, incidental and privileged. Specific motions are appropriate for each stage of the meeting. Some important general information about motions may help to put this concept into perspective. A motion that you present must be relevant to the current subject of discussion.