The Open Meetings Act (OMA) is designed to ensure that Illinois residents have access to their government. The purpose of an Association Meeting is for the Board to conduct Association business.A meeting may also be called in order to elect Board members. Today's video is going to be about running your board meetings. Board Meetings and Advisory Councils. All school board members should be familiar with the requirements of the Open Meetings Act (OMA). If you are attending the meeting in person and wish to address the Board then, simply complete the Public Comment form provided at the meeting. Leading Effective Nonprofit Board Meetings!