MEETING AGENDAS: Portland Organizing to Win Economic Rights (POWER, Maine)

What is a meeting agenda?
The meeting agenda is like a road map for the meeting. It outlines what we aim to do and discuss during the time at hand, according to our basic goals and priorities. We try our best to stick to the agenda as much as possible so that we may make the most of our time together during meetings.

How & when is the meeting agenda prepared?
The agenda for monthly POWER meetings is prepared & reviewed a week in advance by the Leadership Council, which is responsible for approving all agenda items. This usually happens on the 2nd Monday of the month (but not always). The LCouncil considers any & all agenda items submitted by 6:30pm on the night before they meet.

Is there a deadline for sending in agenda items?
Yes & no. While you may submit agenda items at any time, in order for an item to be considered for a particular meeting, please send it to the Leadership Council at least 8 days in advance of that month's meeting. Unless time permits, any items received after that will be considered for the following month's POWER meeting.

Is there a criteria for agenda items?
Yes! Please keep in mind that agenda items for POWER meetings should be relevant to POWER's mission & overall goals. In addition, when time is an issue, those items which directly relate to current and/or ongoing POWER activities have priority over new items.

Who should send in agenda items?
ANYONE! That said, while anyone may submit items, priority is given to agenda items submitted by POWER members in good standing (those who signed this year's member card & paid what dues they're able to), active participants in POWER committees, and members of POWER's Leadership Council.

How do I send in my agenda item?
Please send your agenda item either to POWER's Leadership Council or to any of POWER's contacts. Please click HERE for contact info!

THANK YOU!!!