Lake Orion Community Schools Board of Education canceled its regularly scheduled meeting for Oct. 14.

The cancelation came on the heels of the Oct. 2 Michigan Supreme Court ruling that Governor Gretchen Whitmer lacked the authority in her State of Emergency and Executive Orders surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic.

Because of this, boards could have been considered in violation of the Open Meetings Act are unable to hold fully virtual meetings and must follow strict guidance for in-person gatherings.

This meeting was anticipated to be the final meeting held before elementary-aged students are expected to return to in-person schooling on Oct. 26.

District communication stated that the Lake Orion district is exploring options for meetings that will comply with the legal requirements. — By Megan Kelley