[Massplanners] Convening a planning board meeting without a quorum

[Town Planner]

Not sure if the answer is in the guide or any of the OML determinations but always find these resources helpful with the nuances:

https://www.mass.gov/the-open-meeting-law


Christopher Dunne, MPA

Planning & Economic Development Coordinator

Town of Deerfield

8 Conway Street

South Deerfield, MA, 01373

(413) 665-1400 ex. 117



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Subject: Re: [Massplanners] Convening a planning board meeting without a quorum

My understanding is any governmental body can convene without a quorum but cannot take any votes. Just opening, closing, and whatever item discussion is on the agenda.

On Thu, Jul 18, 2024, 12:56 Jeff via MassPlanners <massplanners at masscptc.org<mailto:massplanners at masscptc.org>> wrote:
Are there any special circumstances that allow a planning board meeting to convene without a quorum physically present?

Jeff
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