Maybe try reaching out individually to people who you think might be able to fill the position. Once you have someone who is interested, you can hold a special election. It's unlikely that anyone will complain if you recruit someone and then just confirm that person with a vote at a regular meeting, even if you don't give proper notice, etc. If more than one person becomes interested, then you should follow whatever rules your bylaws lay out for an election.
- Craig
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