Board, Commission, and Committee Member Resources

Resources

2019 Handbook for Board, Commission, & Committee Members	The newly published Gilroy Handbook provides a framework for advisory body members to support them in their duties.
Open & Public V: A Guide to the Ralph M. Brown Act	Transparency and open government are the cornerstones of a strong democracy. Public access to information and the decision-making process gives citizens the information and insight needed to foster civic engagement and ensure accountability. The League of California Cities has long been committed to providing tools and resources that help mayors, council members, and city staff work effectively within a framework of openness and transparency as they address the needs of their communities.
The People's Business - A Guide to the California Public Records Act	The Public Records Act (PRA) defines "public records" as "any writing containing information relating to the conduct of the public's business prepared, owned, used, or retained by any state or local agency regardless of physical form or characteristics." This guide provides the basics of the PRA, information on responding to public records requests, judicial review and remedies, records management, and more.

Training
Open Government Ordinance Training	Officers, commissioners, committee members, and management employees of the City are required to take training on the Gilroy Open Government Ordinance within 60 days of their appointment or election.
AB1234 Ethics Training	City Council Members and Planning Commissioners are required by California law to complete the AB1234 Ethics Training every two years.