How to Get Control of Holmes

The District cannot afford another meeting like October 12th.

This is an Open Letter to the Richland 2 Board of Trustees. 

Stay calm.

Don't interrupt.

If Holmes goes on a tear, let her run until she runs down. Then resume speaking. If another tirade starts, just stop speaking until she runs down again. 

One person talks at a time. Maybe I'll offer my Talking Stick to the board, as long as it doesn't end up under the gavel.

If Holmes tries to move on, stand and say, "POINT OF ORDER" - RONR §62:4-5

If you are not recognized, then Trustees Agostini, Scott and McFadden (and others) should stand, begin to collect your materials, and prepare to walk out.

If that doesn't restore order, professionalism and respect, just walk out.

The superintendent may follow you out and offer peace and reconciliation. If so, follow him back in. If Holmes heads for Outer Space again, walk out again.

It'll take about three times for Holmes to get the message. Sort of like training a dog to sit and not to bark.