Rules of Order & Meeting Processes In-person Workshops
AMANS, in conjunction with NSFM, presents the following in-person workshop opportunity. Registration is on a first-come first-serve basis with a limit of 30 registrants per session.
Join our transformative workshop to unlock the secrets behind successful town and municipal council or village commission meetings. Don't miss out on the chance to elevate your governance skills and ensure your meetings run seamlessly.
Exclusive Incentives Await You – Early Bird Advantage
- Enroll before the early bird deadlines for a chance to win a complimentary registration for your selected session!
- Secure a Certificate of Completion upon workshop fulfillment.
Workshop Details
Ever wondered why some council meetings are brief yet effective, while others seem to never end? Do you question why some meetings run smoothly, efficiently, and professionally while others resemble heated debates? The key to these differences is the skillful application of rules of order and meeting processes. Effective governance and decision-making rely on well-prepared staff reports, precise motions, and thorough issue reviews by elected officials prior to council meetings. Both staff and Council share the responsibility for ensuring these essential elements are in place.
Are you ready to learn the art of precise motions, strategic issue reviews, and proficient meeting management? The key lies in mastering rules of order and meeting processes. Elevate your decision-making and governance skills by understanding the importance of structured agendas, expertly crafted motions, and thorough issue assessments. This workshop will guide participants on
- How to get your meeting started well
- Setting agendas for success
- Determining quorums
- The role of ex-officio members
- Crafting clear motions and amendments
- Effective report approvals (whether to approve or not approve)
- Conflict of interest protocols
- Changing terms of appointments
- Voting procedures
- Efficient minute approvals
- Navigating unexpected challenges
- Basic decorum
- and much more...
No boring PowerPoint presentations – this workshop is all about interactive, real-world scenarios and practical learning. Join us to enhance your skills and confidence!
Facilitator
Chris McNeill, former Registered Parliamentarian, Chief Administrative Officer, Municipality of the County of Annapolis
Municipal Administrative Sessions
- Friday, September 15, 2023 @ 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Yarmouth Association for Community Residential Options (YACRO) 6 Thurston Street, Yarmouth, NS, B5A 4K5 - Friday, October 13, 2023 @ 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre, 606 Reeves St, Port Hawkesbury, NS B9A 2R7
Municipal Elected Officials Sessions
This is a joint initiative with NSFM
- Saturday, September 16, 2023 @ 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Yarmouth Association for Community Residential Options (YACRO) 6 Thurston Street, Yarmouth, NS, B5A 4K5 - Saturday, October 14, 2023 @ 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre, 606 Reeves St, Port Hawkesbury, NS B9A 2R7
Registration Costs
- Early bird rate*: $350
- Regular price: $400
*The early bird rate for the sessions will be available until two weeks before the start date. After that period, the regular price will apply.
Act Fast – Limited Spots Available
Only 30 spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis
