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Officers
Gavel
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To lengthen or shorten debating time.
LIMIT DEBATE
To set a motion aside temporarily for more urgent business.
LAY ON THE TABLE
To end the meeting
ADJOURN
To introduce new business
MAIN MOTION
To modify wording of a pending motion before action is taken
AMEND
Runs the meetings.
PRESIDENT OR CHAIR
Gets the word out about the meeting, sends out news articles.
REPORTER
Gets the agenda prepared for the meeting.
SECRETARY
Sets up the meeting room.
SENTINEL
Gives the financial report at meetings, takes care of all deposits, purchasing, etc. for the group.
TREASURER
One tap
BE SEATED OR PASS OR FAIL A MOTION
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ADJOURN
Two taps
START THE MEETING
Three taps
STAND
Series of sharp taps
RESTORE ORDER
For the chairperson to use to keep the meeting orderly, signals pass/failed motion, commands etc.
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF THE GAVEL?
One subject
HOW MANY SUBJECTS CAN BE DEALT WITH AT A TIME?
Equal opportunity
WHAT COURTESY IS EXTENDED TO EVERYONE PRESENT AT THE MEETING?
The ruling decision.
WHAT IS OBSERVING THE RULE OF THE MAJORITY?
Ensure the rights of the minority.
How does Parli pro make sure that those people with opinions different from that of the majority have equal opportunity to express their ideas?
Keeps things orderly during a meeting.
WHAT IS THE PUROSE OF PARLI PRO?