As discussed in the last weeks meeting, the November 18th Meeting will have elections for all four officer positions.

Two asks of the Rainier Chapter members:

1) Please make every attempt to attend this important meeting (Wednesday, November 18th). As a paid chapter member your vote counts and will help shape your club into what you want it to be.

2) Consider throwing your hat in the ring for any of the positions. It is fun, rewarding and not a huge time commitment.



Below are position descriptions copied from our Bylaws:

4.5 Duties of Elected and Appointed Officers are:

4.5.1 President
4.5.1.1 Overall management and administration of the Chapter.
4.5.1.2 Improvement of the Chapter through increased publicity, activities and status.
4.5.1.3 Coordination of the Chapter functions with other clubs as required.
4.5.1.4 Promotes FCA and Chapter social activities.
4.5.1.5 Chairs Officers meetings and Chapter Business meetings.
4.5.1.6 Prepares meeting agendas.
4.5.1.7 Writes "President's Message" column for chapter newsletter.

4.5.2 Vice President
4.5.2.1 Is an alternate for the President in the President’s absence.
4.5.2.2 Assists in implementing Chapter policy.
4.5.2.3 Chairs special committees.

4.5.3 Secretary
4.5.3.1 Reports minutes of meetings to the general membership via Chapter newsletter.
4.5.3.2 Handles Chapter correspondence.
4.5.3.3 Maintains Chapter files.
4.5.3.4 Maintains a current Chapter roster and keeps a record of past membership.

4.5.4 Treasurer
4.5.4.1 Accounts for Chapter finances and dues
4.5.4.2 Reports to the membership via Chapter newsletter.
4.5.4.3 Disburses approved funds for authorized Chapter purchases/expenses..
4.5.4.4 The Treasurer and one other Chapter officer authorized to sign checks.

If you are interested in any of these positions, and still unclear on the expectations, feel free to reach out to the current officer for more details. If elected, the current officer will be very helpful to make the transition smooth and easy.