Member Resources

These resources have been developed by the Neighborhood & Public Involvement Program to aid in the success of board and commission members during their service tenure. If there are any resources not listed here that you would like to see, please email neighbormail@beavertonoregon.gov.

General Information

• 2021 New Board Member Orientation
• 2021 Recorder Training
• 2021 Member Manual
• Meetings Calendar
• Boards and Commissions Quick Guide
• Minutes Taking Guidebook
• City Attorney Memorandum - Board Member Note Retention
• 2021 Recorder Training

Virtual Meeting Resources (May 2020)

Please note: these documents are geared towards our recommended platform of Zoom webinar. However, the overarching considerations are the same, regardless of the virtual platform your board chooses.

• Tips for Effective Virtual B&C Meetings – Chair
• Tips for Effective Virtual B&C Meetings – Board Members
• Tips for Effective Virtual B&C Meetings – Public Attendees
• Tips for Effective Virtual B&C Meetings – Guest Presenters

Meeting Facilitation Support

• Best Practices – Creating a Welcoming Environment
• Best Practices – Dealing with Challenging Behaviors
• Example Statements for Redirecting in Meetings

Making Motions & Conducting Elections

• How to Make a Motion & Parliamentary Procedure at a Glance
• How to Conduct Board Elections

Successful Service Resources

• 50 Suggestions for Successful Public Service
• Best Practices – Effective Board Members

Oregon Government Ethics Commission

• Guide for Public Officials
• How to Request an Opinion