Generally, the board will follow board policy and enforce it equitably. The board, and only the board, may, in extreme emergencies of a very unique nature, suspend policy. It is within the discretion of the board to determine when an extreme emergency of a very unique nature exists. Reasons for suspension of board policy will be documented in board minutes.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code § 279.8
281 I.A.C. 12.3(2).
Cross Reference: 200.3 Responsibilities of the Board of Directors
209 Board of Directors' Management Procedures
Approved: February 1993
Review January 1999, April 2009, February 2010, February 2013, February 2016, February 2019, January 2022