Running of Meetings

Steve’s dedication to maintaining tradition and unity in the governance process is rooted in his experience with various institutions. He has developed a profound respect for the orchestration of well-managed meetings and has become a protector of procedural integrity, guided by Robert’s Rules of Order. These rules act as his compass in the often stormy waters of debate and policy-making. His own copy of the rules, marked from frequent use, reflects his commitment to these standards. It’s this commitment that demonstrates his belief in the essential nature of structured and orderly governance.

In Royal Palm Beach, where the threads of the mayor-council government tapestry weave together to form the fabric of local democracy, there exists a notable absence: the council meetings begin without a prayer. This, to Steve, is a missing chord in the harmony of communal proceedings. He observes that beyond the borders of Royal Palm Beach, in the broader expanse of Palm Beach County, many municipalities, such as Wellington and Lake Worth Beach, honor their gatherings with such an opening — a collective moment of reflection that transcends individual belief systems.

Steve’s advocacy for this practice is driven by a desire to see the council’s work not just as a series of administrative acts but as a session enveloped in a spirit of solemnity and shared purpose.