Can executive session minutes be shared with absent board members?

No. Executive session minutes can only be accessed by the directors who took part in the executive session, or during a future executive session held for that purpose.

Do executive session notes get entered into official minutes?

No. Executive session notes are not open to the public and are therefore stored separately, and with restricted access, from the open meeting minutes.

Are minutes taken during an executive session?

Yes, most organizations choose to record executive session minutes. These are taken separately from the open meeting minutes and are not distributed or shared with non-members.

How do I take executive session minutes for nonprofit boards?

Executive session minutes follow a format similar to that of normal meeting minutes. Check our tips for taking closed session minutes above.

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