(a)
- (1) When timing of a decision is critical, the Chair of the Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission or acting chair may arrange a telephone conference call for the purpose of taking a vote, provided that the public and the news media are advised in advance and given the opportunity to participate in accordance with provisions of the Freedom of Information Act of 1967, Arkansas Code § 25-19-101 et seq.
- (2) Arkansas Code § 25-19-106.
- (b) The purpose of the conference call shall be stated in the meeting notice, and action taken by the Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission during the call shall be limited to the announced purpose.
(c) Such a conference call may include:
- (1) A presentation of information;
- (2) Questions and answers; and
- (3) Discussion.
- (d) Participation in the call may also include the Director of the Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission and such other persons as the chair may designate.