Question: Attendance at meetings

How long must a parent remain at a general meeting for their attendance to count? Our Bylaws do not address this and we just had an instance where a parent dropped by, signed in and then left. Does Robert's Rules suggest anything regarding this? Thanks you!

Asked by Anonymous

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Rose H writes:
H! We're guessing your question concerns quorums? In general terms, the person would have to be there at the time a vote is taken. The quorum would depend on what your group has outlined in its bylaws for the number of people that would make up a quorum. So, if that person signs in, leaves and is not present for a vote, then that wouldn't count. k