As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated.
Extraordinary Circumstances
For the purposes of Article VI of this Chapter, "Extraordinary Circumstances" means disability, illness, caregiving responsibilities, inclement weather, travel, or a significant or any other significant or unexpected factor or event which prevents a member of a Public Body from attending a meeting of the Public Body in-person.
Public Body
Any entity, for which a quorum is required in order to conduct public business and which consists of two or more members, performing a governmental function for the state or for an agency or department thereof, or for a public corporation as defined in section sixty-six of the general construction law, or committee or subcommittee or other similar body consisting of members of such public body, or an entity created or appointed to perform a necessary function in the decision-making process for which a quorum is required in order to conduct public business and which consists of two or more members. A necessary function in the decision-making process shall not include the provision of recommendations or guidance which is purely advisory and which does not require further action by the state or agency or department thereof or public corporation as defined in section sixty-six of the general construction law.
Village
The Incorporated Village of Sands Point.
Village Board
The Board of Trustees of the Village.