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Closed sessions can be one of the trickiest parts of the Utah Open & Public Meetings Act (OPMA), and it’s essential for charter school boards to get them right. In this episode, we take a clear, practical look at when closed sessions are legally allowed, what can—and can’t—be discussed, and how to document them properly.

We’ll walk through:

• The five legally defined reasons for entering a closed session
• What Utah law says about interviews, contracts, and tough conversations
• The step-by-step process for entering and exiting a closed session
• What to record, what to seal, and who can access it
• Consequences for improper disclosure and how to avoid them

Closed sessions aren’t a way to sidestep transparency—they’re a tool for protecting sensitive information when used correctly. This episode will help your board stay compliant, build trust, and handle confidential matters with confidence.