In the normal type of meeting contemplated by RONR, the public is not present and cannot comment before a motion is made, and there are no alternates.
So this sounds as though this is some sort of municipal council or similar group with special rules that provide for alternates and their rights at a meeting.
Can you shed more light on this scenario?
Yes, a municiple P&Z meeting. Alternates are needed to cover quorem, but sometimes not needed or "seated". If they aren't seated do they have a right to speak when public comment is closed.
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Yes, a municiple P&Z meeting. Alternates are needed to cover quorem, but sometimes not needed or "seated". If they aren't seated do they have a right to speak when public comment is closed.