Public Hearing

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Citizens wishing to comment on agenda items or other school-related matters may register to speak at Board Public Hearings. Public Hearings are typically held on the Monday prior to the Board’s Legislative Meeting each month at 6:00 PM. These hybrid meetings are streamed live on the District’s website.

All speakers must register online using the link above.

Public Hearing Guidelines

1. All speakers must be residents of the School District (City of Pittsburgh or Mt. Oliver), or meet one of the following criteria:
   • Have a registered legitimate interest* in a contemplated action of the Board
   • Represent a community or School District group
   • Represent a firm eligible to bid on materials or services solicited by the School District
   • Be a District employee
   • Be a District student
2. Speakers must deliver their own testimony and are limited to three minutes.
3. Speakers may not transfer or yield their allotted time to another individual.
4. All speakers, regardless of viewpoint, are entitled to speak without interruption. Failure to maintain this standard of respect may result in removal from the hearing or adjournment of the meeting.
5. Signs are not permitted during public hearings.
6. Speakers who arrive after the hearing has begun will have the opportunity to speak after all registered speakers have been called.