The Chronicle spoke with several attorneys about whether the unusual seating arrangements violated the Texas Open Meetings Act. Here's what we learned.
The Chronicle spoke with several attorneys about whether the unusual arrangements violated the Texas Open Meetings Act.What is the Open Meetings Act?
It mandates, among other things, that governmental bodies provide written notice at least 72 hours in advance of a meeting, convene only with a quorum and hold meetings in a location accessible to the public. It also specifies the procedures surrounding closed session meetings.Christopher Tritico, a local criminal defense attorney who represents the Houston Federation of Teachers, said he believes it was a troubling attempt by the new board or superintendent to"quell the public outrage.
In a departure from the typical seating arrangements, there were only about three dozen chairs for spectators and a dozen seats for the press at the Thursday meeting. Tables for the board members to sit facing each other took up most of the space in the room, which has the capacity to hold 310 people.
Similarly, Martha Owen, an Austin-based attorney, said it does not appear that the district violated the Open Meetings Act but that the separate rooms may not help the board gain trust from the community.
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