Trustees say the decision was made "to allow for the orderly and expeditious completion of regular business meetings in a safe and secure setting for staff and members of the board."
A change at the Greater Essex County District School Board.
According to a post on social media, the board has decided to limit individuals attending board meetings.
The post says effective immediately and until further notice, in-person attendance will be limited to staff and trustees.
The board says meetings will remain available to the public on a live YouTube feed and delegations will join the meeting by telephone.
Trustees say the decision was made "to allow for the orderly and expeditious completion of regular business meetings in a safe and secure setting for staff and members of the board."
AM800 news has reached out to the board for further comment.