What is the effect of adopting a motion to fix the time to which to adjourn?

Adopting a motion to fix the time to which to adjourn establishes an adjourned meeting. This motion is used when a group wants to end the current meeting but ensures that the meeting will reconvene at a specified time and date. It is particularly useful for maintaining continuity in discussions, allowing members to prepare for future deliberations based on what was discussed or left unresolved in the current session.

By designating a specific time for the next meeting, members of the assembly know when to return and can plan accordingly. This reflects the purpose of parliamentary procedure in facilitating orderly and efficient meetings, ensuring that business can continue without interruption. While resolving to fix an adjourned time does conclude the present meeting, it simultaneously addresses the future by scheduling when members will reconvene.