[NCUC-EC] NCUC Bylaw ambiguity on NCUC Chair Term limit

[Amin Hacha]

Dear Ken,
I meant in my proposal that the chair should serve a single one-year term
and should not have the option to run for re-election for a consecutive
second year.
>From my perspective and experience, this approach encourages fresh
perspectives and enables various members to contribute their leadership
skills. Additionally, it ensures regular turnover in leadership positions.
Second, I proposed that the chair should be a member who has served on the
EC in the current year of the election. (or maybe can be from the last two
years, for example). This will ensure that the chair is familiar with the
ongoing discussions, decisions, and challenges faced by the EC.
Additionally, it promotes continuity by selecting someone who is already
actively engaged in the EC’s work. This idea will be particularly
beneficial in the NCUC, where EC members represent the constitutional areas.
 In my view, a Chair who understands the context and history of discussions
can lead more effectively.

I hope I have effectively communicated my idea!
Regards,
Amin

On Thu, May 16, 2024 at 3:09 PM Ken Herman <ken at kherman.com> wrote:

> Thanks Amin.
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> I am confused about the term “continuous terms”. Can you clarify? The
> objective is to introduce term limits, such as the EC members have and the
> NCSG has for its chair.
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> Also, I do not think it’s useful to limit the candidates for the chair to
> the currently serving EC members, but I do believe that all candidates for
> both the Chair and the EC should demonstrate knowledge of the roles and
> current developments within the NCUC.
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> Ken
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> *From:* Amin Hacha <aminhacha at gmail.com>
> *Sent:* Thursday, May 16, 2024 8:25 AM
> *To:* Ken Herman <ken at kherman.com>
> *Cc:* Benjamin Akinmoyeje <benakin at gmail.com>; Exec. Comm <
> ncuc-ec at lists.ncuc.org>
> *Subject:* Re: [NCUC-EC] NCUC Bylaw ambiguity on NCUC Chair Term limit
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> I support your proposal, Ken, to include this item on the ballot for this
> election.
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> I suggest that the Chair be elected for a single one-year term without the
> option of serving continuous terms. The Chair should be a member who has
> served on the EC in the current year of the election.
> I believe that the new Chair must be well-informed and well-versed in all
> the discussions that have taken place in the EC. This will empower the EC
> to move forward effectively.
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> Regards,
>
> Amin
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> On Thu, May 16, 2024 at 1:19 PM Ken Herman <ken at kherman.com> wrote:
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> Bejamin, this is indeed an issue that should be addressed. If this can get
> on the ballot for this election, then it can be addressed without waiting
> another year.
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> My proposal is to align the NCUC Chair term with the NCSG.
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> Thus, the bylaws would change as follows:
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> Section IV.
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> Paragraph D.
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> From: The Chair is elected by the NCUC membership and is responsible for
> the overall administration of the Constituency.
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> To: The Chair is elected by the NCUC membership for a one-year term and
> is limited to two consecutive terms. The Chair and is responsible for the
> overall administration of the Constituency.
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> Ken
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> *From:* NCUC-EC <ncuc-ec-bounces at lists.ncuc.org> *On Behalf Of *Benjamin
> Akinmoyeje
> *Sent:* Thursday, May 16, 2024 6:51 AM
> *To:* Exec. Comm <ncuc-ec at lists.ncuc.org>
> *Subject:* [NCUC-EC] NCUC Bylaw ambiguity on NCUC Chair Term limit
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> Dear Leaders,
>
> Good day. I hope you are doing well.
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> There is an issue I would like to bring to your attention and the need to
> address the gap.
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> Currently, there is no explicit declaration of the NCUC Chair limit, and
> the issue has been opened to different interpretations.
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> To avoid future crises, I would like to ask that we amend the NCUC charter
> to clearly state the term limit of the NCUC chair.
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> Below is the process required to achieve an amendment
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> IX. Changes to these Bylaws
> A. Amendments may be proposed by the Executive Committee, by majority
> vote, or by a
> petition of five (5) percent of the then-current active members. Any
> proposed amendment must
> be placed on a ballot for voting by the membership during the next regular
> election.
> B. Bylaws amendments shall be passed if at least two-thirds of the votes
> cast in the election
> favor its adoption provided a quorum of 40% or more of the eligible
> Individual and Organizational
> Members cast a ballot in the election.
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> Please let me know what are your thoughts.
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> Kind regards,
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> Benjamin
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