Our Constitution - Your Voice in the Society Part 2

 

What next? Planning is underway for developing a proposal for a change to the governing documents of DKG. A multitude of questions flood your thoughts as the planning begins. How do you begin?  What is your intent for creating a proposal? 

Let’s get started!  Gathering information for the proposed change to a by-law or standing rule will be the starting point.  Compile a brief description incorporating these components: (1) is this a new proposal to a current by-law or standing rule? Write the proposal in clear, concise language. Is this a change to a current by-law or standing rule?  Write the current by-law or standing rule, then write the amendment and finally write the proposed change to the original wording. (2)  Don't forget to develop a strong rationale, your purpose for the change, and include the fiscal impact. (3) Who is submitting the proposal (Member/Committee)? (4) Gather information on member(s)/committee submitting, (Email addresses, phone number). You are ready to submit!

Once the information has been assimilated you are ready to complete the Google Form.  These forms become available in July of odd numbered years and can be obtained from the website dkg.org (after signing in) under the MyDKG and then Apply/Submit tab.