by W. Craig Henry | Feb 6, 2018
It’s time. Your meeting is next week and the agenda has been prepared and sent out to remind everyone to attend. So how do you, the secretary/recorder get ready? Today we will talk about several tips that will help you not only do a great job of recording what...
by W. Craig Henry | Feb 5, 2018
Ask two or more persons what happened in a meeting and you get at least two different versions of the events that took place: either something is left out, something is added or the facts are mis-remembered. Minutes solve this issue. The 3M Meeting Network stated it...
by W. Craig Henry | Feb 2, 2018
If you want a motion you support to pass; try the following strategies before the meeting: Have the facts! When you know what is needed you can be more persuasive in your arguments Line up support in advance make certain your supporters will be attending the...
by W. Craig Henry | Jan 12, 2018
This last week I was asked a question about notice — the communication that a topic/motion/bylaws amendment/etc. will be brought before the organization at a prescribed future time. This is not to be confused with legal notices, although they serve much the same...
by W. Craig Henry | Dec 20, 2017
Recently I was asked on who should prepare bylaws: a lawyer or a parliamentarian? Lawyers know the statutes; Parliamentarians know governance and meeting procedures. I feel both legal counsel and a parliamentary expert should be involved in the...
by W. Craig Henry | Nov 24, 2017
Question: How do you Rescind a previously adopted motion? Answer: The incidental main motion to rescind a previously adopted motion (also known simply as rescind, repeal or annul) is the motion by which a previous action or order can be cancelled or countermanded. The...
by W. Craig Henry | Oct 14, 2017
Question: Last month our organization decided to remodel our admin building and the Board Secretary was asked to get bids and decide on the best contractor that comes in under $250,000. Since that time, we have had a major wind storm that caused $3.2 million in...
by W. Craig Henry | Jul 1, 2017
I have seen Boards struggle as a directors exits a board, either through term limits/retirement or displeasure. These experiences can be a way to rejuvenate the boardroom. So what does it take to form an effective board? Here are 10 tips for recruiting and...
