1.      Welcome and Workshop Purpose

·               Opening remarks by Council President

·               Introduction/Summary of Boards & Commissions

2.     Roles and Authorities of Boards, Committees and Commissions-

                    ·                  Overview of how the Town Charter defines Committees and Commissions

                    ·                  Town Council Liaison Roles and Responsibilities

                    ·                  Legal authority of certain bodies (e.g., Planning and Zoning)

                    ·                  How School Committee is defined under state law

                    ·                  Explanation of OMA as it applies to Committees and Commissions

3.     Motions

                    ·                  Current practice for recording and communicating motions

                    ·                  Proposal to formalize procedures (template option)

                    ·                  Clarification on communication channels (Town Clerk, Liaison, Council President)

4.     Robert’s Rules of Order

                    ·                  Video of Parliamentary Procedure and Robert’s Rules

                    ·                  Importance of consistent use during meetings

                    ·                  Encouragement and best practices

5.     Town Staff Participation

                    ·                  Current availability of staff at Committee and Commission meetings

                    ·                 General discussion on expectations and feasibility- examples from Parks &      Recreation

6.     Public Comment at Meetings

                    ·                  Public input

                    ·                  Flexibility of the three-minute rule

7.     Closing Discussion and Next Steps

                    ·                  Summary and Action Items

                    ·                  Adjournment

The Town of Barrington will provide accommodation needed to ensure equal participation in all meetings.  Please contact the Town Clerk’s office (401-247-1900, x1) 48 hours prior to the meeting so arrangements can be made to provide such assistance.   Hearing impaired callers can dial RI Relay 1-800-745-5555 (TTY) for additional assistance.  The Barrington Town Hall, Barrington Public Library, Barrington Middle School, and Barrington Public Safety Building are accessible to the disabled.  Posted on August 21, 2025,    at Barrington Town Hall, Barrington Public Library, and Town of Barrington Web Site and Secretary of State Web Site.