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I think I need to clarify....in September our Nominating Committee reported out their candidates. At this time, I, as the President DID ask if there were any nominations from the floor, citing each office individually. There were none. My question has to do with our upcoming meeting in November since we don't have any opposing candidates. May I just ask for unanimous vote for the entire list at one time or should I cite each of them individually when there are no other opposing candidates? Hope this clarifies. Thank you, Amy

Hi, no this is not for an in-person meeting. I am in the process of updating our By-laws via postal mail (which is presently allowed in our Bylaws) for Electronic Meetings. The votes will return by end of this month which I expect will pass. With our hobby club, it's been difficult to get members out of the mode of being so casual. So for our November meeting, I wanted to know how to best announce the voting for the candidates via ZOOM. I have no problems with announcing each candidate. The idea for 'lumping' them together was more for efficiency since there are no opposing candidates. Thanks, Amy

Okay! I was trying to eliminate having to go through the entire list of nominees since there were no opposing candidates. Thank you, Amy

Is it permissible to say, "As there are no further nominees for ALL offices, the list of recommended nominees is elected by acclamation or unanimous consent"? Thank you, Amy

Okay, I thought there was something more formal I should say...thanks! Amy

"If there is only one nominee for each position (or in the case of multiple identical positions, if there are no more nominees than positions to be filed) and if the bylaws do not require a ballot vote, the chair should simply declare the nominees elected without calling for a vote or general consent. But note the very important "if." If the bylaws require a ballot vote and don't include an exception, then a ballot vote must be held, and the ballots must include a space for write-ins. " Question: There are no additional nominations for our vote in November. We are voting to change our By-Laws to allow for voting without a written ballot via ZOOM right now via postal mail which is allowed in our existing bylaws. What verbiage do I use the President to declare the nominees elected? Would you also direct me to the chapter and section? Thank you! Amy

That makes more sense to me but I had someone challenge it last night at our ZOOM meeting, so wanted to check. Thank you, Amy

Sorry, don't know why it showed up as "Guest PAPS".... Amy

With us being such a small club, are there any rules that restrict a President from joining in discussion on topics brought forth from a motion or Good of the Order? If not, then how does a President participate? Thank you! Amy

This is wonderful...thank you for taking the time to explain. Amy

Since we are a very small hobby club getting volunteers to step up for Club Officers and Board is always a challenge. We seldom have a competing ballot. So, my questions are - 1) At our November meeting, do I need to cite each position for nominations off the floor or can I just ask if there are any positions that are being brought forth for nominations? 2) If there are no oppositions for the nominees brought forth by the Nominating Committee, does each position have to be voted individually or can they be voted in by General Consent? Thank you, Amy

Thank you very much for your help. Amy

Good morning! While reviewing our social club's Governing Documents (By-Laws and Constitution), I discovered that one of our Standing Resolution (SR) omitted the copy of "Addendum A" which is referenced in the SR. It's my understanding that it is a worksheet to help members tabulate year end awards qualifications. When I approached the originator of the SR, she is refusing to had over the worksheet file stating it never gets used. No one has a copy...argh! My questions: 1. Do I need a vote by the members to remove the reference to the Addendum? 2. Can I add an "Addendum A" that would be similar without a vote of the members? Thank you, Amy

Awesome, thank you! Amy

We are a very small hobby club, hence very seldom is there any opposing candidate for any of the officer positions after the Nominating Committee has made their recommendations. I have two questions: 1) As President, do I have to ask for nominations from the floor for each offices or may I just ask if there are any nominations from the floor? 2) Are Nominating Committees required to ask the past officers if they want to be on the ballot? We don't have any term limits. Thank you, Amy

Thank you so much....what an invaluable group! Sorry I was late in responding back. Amy

Thank you! To maintain impartiality, I avoid making motions or voting. We had a matter that someone wanted placed on the agenda and I was unsure if it was considered New Business or Good of the Order. I also appreciate letting me know that the President would not introduce an item....thank you for that insight! Thank you very much! Amy

Good morning! I am the President of a local dog show club and we try our best to use RONR. If I want to introduce a new topic for discussion only (with no action or motion), does this fall under New Business or Good of the Order? This is our typical Agenda: Roll Call Minutes of last meeting Report of President Report of Secretary Report of Treasurer Report of Committees: Introduction &/or Election of New Members Unfinished Business New Business Next Meeting Adjournment Brags Thank you, Amy