Hi there!
Guess we need to answer your question by starting with a question. What was the reason for setting it up as a slate? Is this routine for your group or was it something different?
It seems like if you have folks running for the different open board positions you may be best off by going forward with a vote on those candidates and set aside the idea of a slate. This way, you would be able to stick to your timeline.
Hope that helps!
Rose
- Rose H
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A slate is called for in our Bylaws. We have never had discontent with nominees like this so it has never been an issue.
- cherikim
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Ok. Interesting that this is in the bylaws. Do you see anything in your bylaws that refers to Robert's Rules open nominations, or nominations from the floor? If the slate is voted down, you may have the option of accepting nominations from the floor and voting in individuals.
Robert's Rules for Conduction Elections:
http://westsidetoastmasters.com/resources/roberts_rules/chap12.html
Also, you may want to consider reviewing and revising the bylaws going forward to build in a little more flexibility around the election process, just to avoid stress and worry about the outcome.
Rose
- Rose H
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