Each regular meeting of the board shall provide members of the public an opportunity to address the board on any item of business. Groups and individuals are to submit their statements in writing to the president of the college whenever possible no less than two weeks prior to the time of the meeting. The board encourages groups to designate a spokesperson to address the board on their behalf.

The chair of the board reserves the right to determine time limits on statements and presentations.

The intent of the board shall be to provide equal time for both pro and con presentations. The chair also maintains the right to regulate the subject matter of that which may be presented or discussed at the open meeting including, but not limited to, matters which are the subject of current or pending grievances or adjudicative or disciplinary proceedings. Matters for consideration, discussion, and/or debate will be limited to the extent allowed by the Open Public Meetings Act, chapter 42.30 RCW.

The president of the college shall be given an opportunity, whenever possible, to examine and evaluate each matter of business and to recommend a course of action prior to a decision by the board.