Reading Minutes
What is the purpose of reading the minutes?
To inform members of what was discussed and decided in the previous meeting
Who delivers the Treasurer's report?
The Treasurer.
What is a main motion?
A motion that introduces a subject for consideration when no other business is pending.
How does a member properly address the Chair?
“Mr. /Madam President or Chairperson.”
What does it mean to insert in a motion?
To add words to the motion.
What does the Chair say if there are corrections?
"The minutes stand approved as corrected."
What happens if there are questions on the Treasurer's report?
The Chair asks if there are any questions, and if there are none, the report will be filed for audit
What are subsidiary motions?
Motions that assist in treating or disposing of a main motion.
What must happen after a motion is made?
The Chair must recognize the member.
What is a primary amendment?
An amendment that applies directly to the main motion
What does the Chair say if there are no corrections?
"The minutes stand approved as read."
How are officer reports usually called?
In the order of their positions.
What is a privileged motion?
A motion that deals with special matters of immediate importance and may interrupt debate.
What does the Chair do after a motion is seconded?
The Chair states the motion for discussion.
What is a secondary amendment?
An amendment that applies to a primary amendment only.
How are corrections usually made?
By general consent.
What is the purpose of filing a report for audit?
To keep records for financial accountability and transparency
What is an incidental motion?
Motions that are incidental to another motion pending or to other business at hand.
What is the voting process after discussion?
The Chair asks for those in favor to say ‘aye’ and those opposed to say ‘no.’
How many amendments can be made at one time?
Only one primary and one secondary amendment can be made at a time.
What does "the minutes stand approved" mean?
It means that the minutes are accepted without any changes.
What does it mean if a report is for information only?
No action is taken on the report; it is just for the members' knowledge.
What are motions that bring a question again before the assembly?
These include motions to rescind or take from the table.
What does it mean to amend a motion?
To alter or modify the wording of a motion that has already been made.
What is required for an amendment to be in order?
It must be germane to the main motion.