The
IAAO Board of Directors requested the membership ratify additions
to the IAAO bylaws that would allow the board to establish councils and
affinity groups.
“On
behalf of the Board I would like to thank the members for their support
and the Board will move forward with the creation of the initial
groups, Affinity Groups and DEI Council, as swiftly as possible,” said
President Rebecca Malmquist, CAE. “IAAO will be providing information on
how to apply for an affinity group and how the DEI Council will be
structured.”
The amendments passed with approximately 90% of the 1,307 votes in the election, which took place from Jan. 25 to Feb. 9. Bylaw
changes must be approved by a majority of IAAO Regular Members casting
ballots and at least 5% of Regular members must vote in the election to
constitute a quorum.
Bylaw additions
The
updates resulted from a review of the bylaws by the Governance
Committee. The additions will add the following to the bylaws:
•
Section 9.4. Councils: The Board of Directors may establish councils.
The Board of Directors shall determine the scope of the council, its
organization, its responsibility, and its specific charge.
• Section
9.5. Affinity Groups: The Board of Directors may establish affinity
groups. An Affinity Group is a voluntary membership group that is based
on a shared experience, common goal/purpose, and/or special interest.
