In a five-member board, how many members must be present for a quorum?

For a five-member board, a quorum is typically defined as the minimum number of members that must be present to conduct official business. Generally, this number is more than half of the total membership. In this case, half of five is 2.5, which means at least three members are needed to reach a majority and therefore establish a quorum. This ensures that the decisions made reflect the will of the majority and allows for meaningful deliberation.

Having three members present allows for a majority vote (which is two out of three) and facilitates a more democratic process when making decisions. If fewer than three members are present, the board cannot legally conduct business or make decisions. This requirement is in place to maintain transparency and accountability in the board's operations.