HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — Individuals who wish to attend Hamilton County School’s (HCS) athletic events or board meetings with be required to go through security screenings.
HCS made this announcement in a release on Monday evening, along with other requirements.
Minors under the age of 18 and not enrolled in either school participating in the athletic event, must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Those who attend the athletic event will also be subject to a security screening when entering the game.
HCS says these screenings could include a hand-held or walk-through metal detector scan and bag check.
All bags brought to the athletic events must be clear and smaller than 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches.
Diaper bags and medically necessary bags will be allowed.
Any face coverings are also prohibited.
Spectators are required to stay in the designated areas.
HCS says fields and restricted spaces are off limits.
Loitering in walkways, concourses, parking lots, or others areas is also permitted.
The security screenings will also take place at HCS board meetings.
Below are the following board meeting rules:
- Room Capacity: The meeting room holds a maximum of 155 individuals. After accounting for personnel, seating for community members will be limited to 120 attendees on a first-come basis. HCS may reserve limited additional seating for individuals and guests scheduled for presentations or recognitions on the agenda.
- Security Screening: To promote a secure environment, all attendees will be screened upon entry, including a hand-held or walk-through metal detector scan and bag check. Prohibited items include weapons, sharp objects, large signs, sticks/poles, or anything deemed unsafe by security staff.
- Public Comment Procedures: Public comment continues to be an important part of the meeting, and we remain committed to ensuring voices are heard.
- Those who have signed up to speak but are not among the first 120 admitted will be allowed to enter the room at their scheduled time via a designated entrance.
- Speakers will be allowed to enter when called, offer their comments, and exit the room immediately after giving their comments.
- The public comment sign-up process will continue to be managed according to current Board Policy. Time limits and decorum expectations set by Board Policy will be enforced.
- Conduct During Meetings: All attendees are expected to maintain respectful behavior and follow the rules of order. Disruptive conduct will result in removal from the meeting, consistent with Board Policy.
