Section 5.4 Nomination and Election of Officers

The Chapter President shall activate the Nominating Committee at the July meeting. The Nominating Committee may be comprised of both regular and partner members. The Nominating Committee shall present their nominations at the October meeting. The Nominating Committee shall also accept nominations from the floor at that time. At the October membership meeting, any member through its designated representative may nominate a qualified member from the floor for office to be filled at the election. If such a nominee is elected, the individual shall be eligible to take office only after filing with the Chapter a copy of a motion or resolution adopted by the Board of Directors of the individual’s district supporting such an election. After accepting any further nominations from the floor, the Nominating Committee will conduct the election. The candidates receiving a majority of votes shall be considered elected. The newly elected officers shall take office the first meeting in January.