Item:
Title
A Proposal to Change the Board of County Commissioner’s (BOCC) Work Session Schedule
Body
Date Of BOCC Meeting: October 1, 2018
--
Request For Board Action:
Agenda Text
The Board is requested to review a proposal to change the Board of County Commissioner’s (BOCC) Work Session Schedule in order to enhance its Work Session experience, limit time in meetings, provide ample opportunity for policy discussions, minimize agenda-cram and rushed deliberations and strengthen decision-making.
The overall objective of this proposal is to improve the efficiency, effectiveness and overall experience of the work sessions for commissioners, staff and the public. The outcome should be that Work Sessions will be more productive for everyone, so that Commissioners will be able to make well-informed, sound policy decisions, while using the County’s precious resources as effectively as possible.
Alignment With Strategic Plan: This item aligns with Goal 5: Accountable, Efficient and Visionary Government.
Resource Persons: Heidi Carter, Durham Board of County Commissioner
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the Board receive and discuss the proposed change to the Board of County Commissioner’s Work Session Schedule and direct staff.
Signature
County Manager: ____________________________