NCC meetings will be held firmly to traditional rules of order.  In addition,

• All motions must originate within and votes be taken by members of the Board
• Audience participation is welcome at appropriate times
• Meetings will begin promptly and conclude as scheduled.
• All participants will aim to create a positive meeting environment, including respectful communication, limited personal interruptions, and a thoughtful attitude.
• Participants will maintain a sense of humor and flexible approach to problem-solving.
• Participants will focus discussion on NCC’s mission, needs, or interests, not personal positions.
• Consensus decision-making is the aim of the meetings.
• Participants are expected to become involved in meeting discussions.  Questions, ideas, and thoughts are shared with the whole group.  (Please – one meeting only).
• Participants will respect the meeting agenda and the opinions of others.
• Ask moderator for floor.
• After speaking, allow two others to speak before speaking again.

NCC realizes that some issues are very emotionally charged.  However rude, abusive or insulting comments will not be tolerated.