Sample: Request to have objection to closed meeting entered into minutes

The language below is suggested for use when a member of a public governmental body objects to a motion to close a meeting pursuant to Section 610.022.6, RSMo and wishes to have the objection entered into the minutes.

Dear (insert name of custodian or other person responsible for keeping minutes):

Having objected to the motion to close the meeting of (insert name of public governmental body) on (insert day, month and year) and having made this objection prior to the vote to close the meeting, I wish to have my objection entered into the minutes for that date.

(Signature of member)

(Insert name of member)