Brown Act Updates
The Brown Act Updates Technical Advisory Committee discusses teleconference meeting requirements, COVID-19 modified rules, AB 361 and AB 2449 regulations for remote participation, and the upcoming changes for in-person meetings. Stay informed on the latest guidelines for public meetings.
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Brown Act Updates Technical Advisory Committee Thursday, January 5, 2023 Presented by: Kathy Alexander Senior Administrative Technician
COVID-19 Modified Teleconference Meeting Requirements Timeline March 2020 Executive Order modified the Brown Act teleconference requirements to allow fully remote public meetings September 2021 AB 361 codified most of the Executive Order teleconference rules during a proclaimed state of emergency October 2022 Governor Newsom announced that the proclaimed state of emergency will expire February 28, 2023 January 1, 2023 - AB 2449 becomes effective, allowing remote participation under limited circumstances
BROWN ACT TELECONFERENCE MEETING REQUIREMENTS All teleconference meeting locations must be listed on the agenda Agenda must be posted at all teleconference locations All teleconference locations must be open to the public Opportunity for public comment must be provided at each location At least a quorum of Committee members must participate from within Napa County TAC quorum is 6 members from at least 4 jurisdictions
AB 361 Continued Modified Teleconference Rules If a local agency is holding a meeting during a proclaimed state of emergency, AB 361 allows continued modified teleconference rules if: State or local officials have imposed or recommended measures to promote social distancing; or The local agency has determined meeting in person would present imminent risks to the health or safety of attendees.
AB 2449 AB 2449 became effective January 1, 2023. It allows for remote attendance under just cause and emergency circumstances however, they are very specific and limited. The NVTA Board decided at its November 2022 meeting that they would follow this new guideline. It is recommended by NVTA staff to host all Committee meetings in- person only starting March 1, 2023. With a meeting offered only in person, there may not be a need to follow AB 2449.
Thank you! Presented by: Kathy Alexander Senior Administrative Technician
