Voting: MRPA Bylaws Amendment

We want to hear from you!  Please take the time to vote on the proposed amendment to the MRPA Bylaws regarding the Board of Directors Tenure.   This amendment aims to create stronger, more effective leadership for MRPA while maintaining organizational continuity.  Click here to view the current Constitution & By Laws. 

Amendment to the MRPA Bylaws – Board of Directors Tenure

Proposed Change:

• Extend Board of Directors' tenure from one (1) year to two (2) years.

• President: Serve 2 years as President-Elect, 2 years as President, followed by an optional, non-voting advisory role as Past President.

• Treasurer: Serve 2 years as Treasurer-Elect and 2 years as Treasurer.

• Current Board tenure extended by one (1) year to ensure a smooth transition.

• 2025 Board-Elect will serve as a non-voting board observer/advisor for one year before officially assuming their roles.

Purpose & Benefits:

• Enhances stability and leadership continuity.

• Allows Board members more time to engage in long-term initiatives.

• Strengthens leadership transitions by allowing Presidents and Treasurers to prepare, lead, and mentor successors.

• Ensures better financial oversight and council appointments.

• Provides the 2025 Board-Elect with valuable experience before taking full leadership responsibilities.

Implementation:

• The amendment takes effect immediately upon adoption.

• Newly elected Board members will serve two-year terms.

• 2025 Board-Elect will observe for one year as non-voting advisors before assuming full duties.

• Past Presidents may voluntarily serve as non-voting advisors.

This amendment aims to create stronger, more effective leadership for MRPA while maintaining organizational continuity.

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Do you approve the amendment to the MRPA Bylaws to extend the Board of Directors' tenure from one (1) year to two (2) years, including updated term structures for the President and Treasurer?

Do you approve extending the current Board’s tenure by one (1) additional year to ensure continuity during the transition to the new term structure?

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