[NFBF-L] Important Information Regarding the Nominating Process at State Convention

[Jorge Hernandez]

Greetings Florida Leaders and members,

 

Our state convention is less than a week away, and as  Chair of the
Nominating Committee, I would like to remind chapter presidents the protocol
for the nominating process for our future leaders.

 

Roll call During Open Board meeting:

Each year, on the first night of the convention, we hold roll call during
our open board meeting. This is an opportunity for chapter presidents to
address the convention and  must publicly announce the names of their
delegate and alternate delegate who will represent the chapter in the
nomination process.

 

What is a Delegate?

The delegate plays a critical role at our convention. This person,
traditionally appointed by the chapter president (and often is the
president), is the official voting representative for the chapter. Most
importantly, the delegate serves as the chapter's voice during the
Nominating Committee meeting.

 

What is the Nominating Committee?

The Nominating Committee votes on a slate of candidates for any open
positions on our affiliate board. This is a closed and private meeting where
discussion and debate may occur to determine the best individuals to lead
our affiliate.

Important: If a delegate is not addressed to the affiliate president during
roll call, that chapter will not have representation on the Nominating
Committee.

 

What Happens During the Nominating Committee Meeting?

The committee will convene on Sunday morning, October 5, before the general
session. The exact time and location will be shared with chapter presidents
or delegates before the convention begins.

Please be aware:

*	The meeting will start promptly at the scheduled time. Once the
doors are closed, no one will be allowed to enter or exit until the meeting
concludes.
*	Roll call will be conducted to verify that each delegate present
matches the submitted name. If a person's name does not match the official
delegate list, they will be asked to leave.
*	I will review the protocols and procedures at the start of the
meeting. After that, the process of slating nominees will begin.

 

The work of the Nominating Committee is strictly confidential. Discussions
held during the meeting must not be shared prior to the elections on October
5, which will occur during general session. At that time, the Committee
Chair will present the committee's report to the membership.  This committee
plays a vital role in our democratic process and is one of the most
important functions within our organization.

 

Candidacy Reminder

While any paying due member in good standing may run for an open seat on the
affiliate board, the Nominating Committee will present a slate of candidates
they believe are best suited to serve our affiliate and national
organization.  Also, nominations can come from the convention floor and they
will follow the same protocol of our election process.  If you have any
questions, please contact President Camille Tate at president at nfbflorida.org
<mailto:president at nfbflorida.org> , or me, Jorge Hernandez, Nominating
Committee Chair, at jeh6 at bellsouth.net <mailto:jeh6 at bellsouth.net> .

 

regards,


Jorge Hernandez
Nominating Committee Chair

 

 

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