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Kimberley Chamber of Commerce AGM January 13
The Kimberley Chamber of Commerce is holding its annual general meeting (AGM) on Friday, Jan. 13 at Centre 64 Gallery and Theatre.
In a release to members, the chamber outlined a special presentation that will take place. “We want you to be part of the conversation. It’s a conversation between friends, associates, business people – your neighbours. It’s a conversation that often raises more questions than answers and folks do seem to have an opinion on the subject: Let’s talk about community branding.
“Join us after our AGM on January 13 and let’s start the conversation. The session will be led by Kimberley’s own Matt Thompson of Story & Co. and your participation is the key!”
Additionally, membership will be asked to vote on a bylaw amendment.
Proposed Resolution-Bylaw Amendment
To be voted on by the general membership at the January 13, AGM:
The board of directors asks our membership to consider a change to our bylaws concerning the composition of the board. The board regards the enhancement of the chamber’s relationship with the City of Kimberley as a priority and has recognized the important role that the city liaison plays at our board meetings. The liaison plays a critical role in communication and engagement. As well, there have been instances where the liaison at the table could have helped to form a quorum. The board has made a motion to upgrade the city liaison position on the board to a voting board member. Please read the proposed amendment and take a moment to answer our survey: City Liaison Survey
The bylaw currently reads:
Article IV – Board of Directors Composition
4.1 The Membership of the Board of Directors shall consist of:
a) not more that (14) Directors (excluding the Past President), seven (7) of whom shall be elected each year by the Members for a two (2) year term at the Annual General Meeting or any Special General Meeting convened for such purpose;
b) The immediate Past President who may serve in his office for a maximum of two years following his or her term as President;
c) the President, elected from one of the fourteen (14) Directors, who may serve in this office a maximum of one (1) year, renewable to a maximum of two (2), ending the last day of January of the second year;
d) A 1st Vice President and a 2nd Vice President, elected from one of the fourteen (14) Directors, who may serve in the office a maximum term of one (1) year, renewable to a maximum of two (2), ending the last day of January next following,
e) The Treasurer, elected from one of the fourteen (14) Directors, who may serve in this office a maximum term of one (1) year, renewable to a maximum of two (2) years ending the last day of January next following, or at the discretion of the board,
f) The General Manager (Executive Director) who serves as a non-voting Director so long as he or she holdsthat position.
The Proposed Amendment, add: g) The City Liaison who is appointed by the City, who serves as a voting member of the board so long as he or she retains the City appointment.
Win Your 2012 Chamber Membership!
You can win your 2012 Membership Dues! Just return your 2012 Chamber membership renewal with payment by December 31 and you will be included in the draw.
One lucky business will have their 2012 Basic Member Dues refunded! New members are eligible as well.Don’t delay! Send in your renewal today!
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AGM schedule
6 p.m. Meet & Register
6:30 p.m. AGM Business &
7:30 p.m. Election of the Board
8 p.m. Special Presentation in the Theatre
9 p.m. Mingle & Meet the New Board – Complementary Refreshments
10 p.m. Adjourn
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