Annual Town Meeting

Attending Annual Town Meeting – General Guidelines

1. Has the right to set a time limit for comments
2. Will not entertain public comment about specific individuals

1. Wait until the Moderator has opened the floor to public comments.
2. When the Moderator has recognized you, be prepared to state your business in a brief and concise manner.  Stand, state your name for the record, the agenda item and nature of your business.

• Please refrain from discussion on the article if you have a conflict of interest in any article.
• During a Public Meeting, only the subject matter can be discussed.
• Comments should always be courteous.
• Personal and accusatory comments are out of order.
• Profanity, disorderly language or gestures at meetings are prohibited.
• At no time will the public be allowed to argue, debate or introduce a topic that is not on the agenda.
• During discussion, the audience shall not disturb the proceedings by whispering, talking or other distractions.

• You will indicate your position by raising your hand upon request from the moderator
• Keep your hand up until it is indicated that it may be lowered