[HCoop-Discuss] ByLaw Amendment

[David Brownstein]

On Mon, 2 Dec 2013, David Kerschner wrote:
> Hi all,
> Sorry if this is a repeat, I got an exim error trying to send this
> before and could not tell if it actually sent.
>
> Given all the trouble we've had with payment processing, I think we need
> a new Treasurer. The problem is that while a board member can be removed
> or resign, the bylaws of hcoop do not allow for a special election to
> replace any board member unless there is a majority of the board
> positions needing filled.
>
> I suggest we amend the bylaws Section 305 to strike the "and the total
> number of directors remaining is less than a majority of the number of
> seats," clause.
>
> It was suggested that we have a discussion about this before calling for
> a vote. Anyone have any thoughts on this or another possible solution to
> our problem?
>
> Cheers,
> David

Just so that I understand, could you please clarify the following 
sentence?

"It was suggested that we have a discussion about this before calling for 
a vote."

This sentence can be read in a number of ways.

I would appreciate some guidance from the board on how they perceive the 
situation, before wading in with my two cents.  More context please.

Many thanks,
David B.