What is the difference between an 'Open' meeting and a 'Closed' meeting?

The majority of BOCC meetings are open meetings, meaning that the public is allowed - and encouraged - to attend the meeting and hear the deliberations and decisions of the Board.  However, certain meetings (or portions of meetings) are closed to the public. These include discussions such as personnel considerations, land acquisition negotiations, and meetings with legal counsel. Closed sessions are conducted without the public present for the discussion; any decisions resulting from a closed session will be held during an open session.

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1. What is the function of the Board of County Commissioners?
2. What is the function of the Board of Equalization?
3. When does the Board of County Commissioners meet?
4. What is the difference between an 'Open' meeting and a 'Closed' meeting?
5. How can I meet with the Board of County Commissioners?
6. Which Commissioner represents which District?
7. What are the advisory boards used by the County?
8. How many dogs can I have before I need a kennel license, and how do I go about getting one?
9. How do I apply for Tax Exemption on properties?
10. How do I appeal my property assessed value?
11. What is a Hardship Exemption?
12. Where can I get a list of properties that did not sell at the Tax Deed sale?
13. Where can I get a County employment application?
14. Where is the Unemployment Office (Job Service)?