Colorado Legislative Council Staff

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TITLE:            CONCERNING AUTHORIZATION FOR MEETINGS OF BOARDS OF COOPERATIVE SERVICES TO BE CONDUCTED USING VIDEO TELECONFERENCING TECHNOLOGY.

Summary of Assessment

            This bill authorizes boards of cooperative services (BOCS) to adopt a policy authorizing the board to conduct its meetings using video teleconferencing technology. At least one quarterly meeting annually must still be in a physical location. A quorum would be deemed to exist at any video teleconference if the number of members participating equals the number necessary for a quorum at a regular meeting.

            The bill would not affect state revenues or expenditures. It is believed that video teleconferencing may increase participation of board members. Furthermore, a small amount of travel expenditures may be saved for certain BOCS that conduct meetings using video teleconferencing technology. The bill would become effective upon signature of the Governor.

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