What is a Call to Order?

A call to order is the defined start to the meeting agenda and is usually called for by the Chairperson, by declaring that: “The meeting will now come to order”.

Call to Order Best Practices

A Call to Order is usually followed by a roll call or an adoption of the agenda.
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