August 30 – Port San Luis Harbor District, Avila Beach – Coastal Network

The Ralph M. Brown Act, California’s open meetings law, provides legal requirements to help ensure the right of access to information and transparency in local government decision making. 
This workshop will guide attendees through the ins and outs of the Brown Act, including:
• What constitutes a meeting - including committees, advisory boards, and serial meetings; 
• Information on different types and manner of conducting meetings - including special meetings, emergency meetings, and closed sessions; 
• Agenda requirements, notice requirements, and public participation at meetings; and 
• Potential penalties for violating the Brown Act.