Board of Trustees - Michigan State University
The Board regards the opportunity for expression of public views on issues before the Board as an important part of its deliberations. The Board generally hears remarks without comment. However, if, after a presentation to the Board, Trustees choose to ask questions of, or briefly thank, the person or persons who made the presentation, the Board will limit such questions and remarks to a total of five minutes.
To accommodate such expression, the Board reserves a portion of its regular meeting for individuals and groups who wish to address the Board. A completed Request to Address form should be submitted to the Secretary of the Board of Trustees prior to speaking. The presiding officer will recognize persons who have provided the required information. To ensure the proper recognition of speakers, any change in the original information should be provided to the Secretary of the Board of Trustees as soon as possible.
Individual presentations are limited to 5 minutes and the total time for presentations on any item or topic is limited to 15 minutes unless an extension of time is approved by the Board. When a group of persons shares the same interest, it is recommended that a representative be chosen to present its point of view. When the Board believes that adequate public input has been obtained on any issue, testimony may be closed by majority vote.
Required Information (Please type or print)
1. Name:
Telephone Number:
Address:
2. Relationship to the University (please check the most appropriate category):
___Student ___Faculty ___Staff ___Alum Other (Please specify)
3. Name of Group (omit if not applicable):
4. Topic on which you wish to speak:
Please indicate if you will speak ___pro ___con or ___neutrally on this topic.
5. List the University units with which you have discussed this topic previously and the action taken by each office.
6. If you have written statements or position papers you would like Board members to receive, please provide 13 copies to the Office of the Secretary of the Board of Trustees, 450 Administration Building, for distribution.
Do you have materials to be distributed to Board members: ___Yes ___No
Michigan State University is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and activities. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the Office of the Secretary of the Board of Trustees by 12:00 noon the day prior to the Board meeting, or the Michigan Relay Service at (800) 649-3777. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.
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MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer.