Parli Pro? Ms. Beucler November 2011

Parliamentary What? Parliamentary Procedure – A set of rules used to run a meeting in an orderly and democratic manner Developed by Major Henry Roberts – Wrote the book Robert’s Rules of Order

Objectives of Parli Pro 4 Objectives – 1. Focus on one item at a time – 2. Extend courtesy to everyone – 3. Majority Rules – 4. Ensure the rights of the minority

Gavel Use Series of Taps – Quiet Please!!! One Tap – Sit, Motion passes or fails, ends the meeting Two Taps – Start the meeting Three Taps – Stand up

Types of Voting Methods 1. Rising vote (hand or stand) 2. Secret Ballot 3. Roll Call 4. Voice Vote

Meeting Dialogue

Motions to Know Main Motion – How you begin discussion a topic To Amend – Motion to make changes (add, subtract, or substitute) to the main motion To Call the Previous Question – Motion to end debate

Motions to Know Division – A motion to revote by counting instead of voice vote Question of Privilege – Motion just for you Request for Information – Motion to learn more about the topic

Motions to Know Parliamentary Inquiry – Motion to learn more about Parliamentary Procedure To Take a Recess – Motion to take a break To Refer to a Committee – A motion to give a small group time to research the topic

Motions to Know To Lay on the Table – A motion to put on hold for more important business Adjourn – Motion to end the meeting