Multnomah Bar Association

“The executive committee consists of the board officers and may also include at-large board directors if selected by the president. It may act on behalf of the board in connection with routine actions and time sensitive matters requiring a decision before the next regularly scheduled board meeting. The immedaite past president only votes in order to break a tie vote.”

“Members elect the members of the governing body and approve changes to bylaws.”

“Any member of the association may be nominated to serve on the board by filing with the association by no later than march 1 a nominating petition endorsed by the nominee and at least ten other members of the association. The slate of candidates nominated by the nominating committee and by petition is sent to the membership of the association at least 60 days prior to the may annual meeting. At least 30 days prior to the annual meeting, ballots containing the names of all nominees for each director is sent to the membership with the requirement that they be returned at least 20 days prior to the annual meeting. The four persons receiving the highest number of votes for director are declared duly elected. The board may opt not to send ballots if there are not more nominees than open positions, in which event the uncontested nominees are declared elected.”

“In the instance where the governing body votes to raise dues by more than $10, a majority of lawyer members must vote in favor of it (provided a quorum is met).”

“The mba executive director and mba president will review the 990 before it is filed.”

“Conflict of interest policy is reviewed at least once a year with the board. Board members are required to disclose any conflicts of interest that arise.”

“The executive committee conducts the annual, confidential evaluation of the executive director, which is led by the immediate past president. Board members submit a confidential appraisal form by october and considers other information such as the executive director's self-evaluation, any specific goals set for the executive director year and past written reviews. Informal input from committee chairs, staff and others may also be sought. The executive committee meets before october 31 to review the completed appraisal forms, summary, draft evaluation and approve a written evaluation. The past president and/or the president hold a meeting with the executive director to review the summary evaluation, discuss performance expectations for the coming year and address concerns about performance. After completion of the appraisal process, the past president and/or president discuss the board's review and decisions regarding the compensation package with the executive director.”

“The organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public upon request.”

“The process has not changed from the prior year.”