Stanley County School Board changing public comment policy to require “prior” notice rather than 48 hour notice

The Stanley County School Board has given first reading to a revised policy providing guidance for public comments during their meetings after several residents raised concern about a 48 hour notice requirement. The board read and passed the policy in June and July.

At last night’s (Sept. 14, 2022) meeting, school district resident Austin Goss pointed out one flaw of the 48 hour requirement.

The revised policy only requires people to give notice “prior to the board meeting.”

Board member Chris Foshiem says their intent was not to stifle public participation.

Board member Mitch Kleinsasser says overall communication is the goal.

The Stanley County School Board will give a second reading and adopt the revised public comment policy at their October meeting.