The proposed changes to the bylaws were generated from a Presidential Advisory Group (PAG) created by OAR President Lisa Weaver and were recommended to the Executive Committee. After approval by the Executive Committee the OAR Board of Directors amended and approved the proposed changes at the July 16 Board of Directors meeting. They are being considered at a special membership meeting so that if passed they may be implemented in time for 2020.
The recommend changes follow the guide of the OAR Strategic Plan: to have business structure which utilizes talent-oriented and project-based framework to facilitate effective business decisions. The PAG believed the core of that statement included a Board of Directors which was smaller, more engaged and ultimately more accountable in guiding the association to an effective and successful future.
Because there is no proxy voting at membership meetings, we highly encourage you to make plans to attend so your voice and vote will be heard! If you have questions, please reach out. We look forward to seeing you for the special membership meeting August 19 at 1:30 p.m.! |