Public Comment

Individuals wishing to make public comments at an open meeting of the Anna ISD Board of Trustees must sign up by 6:15 p.m. on the day of the Board meeting.

Requests to speak may be submitted in one of the following ways:

Online: Complete the Public Comment Form. (Forms are received by Heather J. Mackey, Administrative Assistant to the Board of Trustees and Superintendent.)

Email: openforum@annaisd.org

Phone: 972.924.1050

In Person: Submit a completed Public Comment form at the Anna ISD Administration Building, 151 W. Rosamond Pkwy.

All requests must be received by 6:15 p.m. on the day of the meeting.

Public comment at a Board meeting generally occurs at the beginning of the meeting. (see Board Policy BED [LOCAL]).

Start times for Board meetings may vary. Regular Board meetings typically begin at 5:30 p.m. with executive session and return to open session at approximately 6:30 p.m.; special-called meetings may begin at a different time. Individuals wishing to provide public comment should refer to the posted meeting notice and agenda for the specific start time of the meeting.

Meeting notices and agendas are posted on the Anna ISD website and at the meeting location in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

When the presiding officer announces a speaker by name for public comment, the individual shall:

• Step to the podium and speak clearly into the microphone
• State your first and last name
• Address and face the Board directly
• Conclude your remarks when the three-minute timer ends

If a member of the public wishes to address a topic involving a pending grievance or a complaint regarding specific district personnel, the individual should seek resolution through the appropriate grievance process and address the Board only at the appropriate stage of that process.

Rules of order and decorum will be enforced during the public comment period to ensure and orderly and efficient meeting. Unlawful or disruptive conduct—including interrupting scheduled speakers, speaking out of turn, or interfering with the rights of others—will not be permitted. Each participant is legally responsible for the content and consequences of their statements.

Campus administrators are available to discuss concerns. Community members may contact the district office to share concerns. Messages may also be submitted through the Anna ISD website to the appropriate administrator.

Anna ISD Administration welcomes your feedback.