Ethics Committee

Purpose
To address inquiries and complaints regarding the Bylaws, Policies and Procedures, and Rules of the Society.

Primary Responsibilities

• Investigate alleged infractions (complaints) by Members and make recommendations to the Board regarding investigation and disciplinary action, if appropriate.
• Address inquiries and provide an interpretive opinion regarding how one or more portions of Governing Documents apply to a particular set of facts or for interpretation or clarification of one or more portions of Governing Documents.

Composition
Composed of a Chair, Assistant Chair, Vice President and at least three (3) members.

Terms
Chair, Assistant Chair, and members shall serve a term of three (3) years and may be appointed to an additional three (3) year term. The Vice President shall serve during their time in Office.

Qualifications
Chair shall have been a Member for at least (10) years; served in elected or appointed roles for at least three (3) consecutive years within the last six (6) years of appointment; and served as a member of the Ethics Committee.

Time Commitment
5-10 hours per year.

2024 Committee Members
Ron Pelton, Chair
John Ng
Elizabeth Bradley
Keith Carter
Kenn Cahill
Ted Wladis