February 2019 - Election Day 

 

When?

Sunday, February 3rd, 2019 - The DSM Pride Center (Mickle Center)

Where?

The Pride Center, 1620 Pleasant St #244, Des Moines, IA 50314

Time?

10:30am - Capital Bears Potluck - Bring a dish to share!

11:00am - 1:00pm - Capital Bears 2019 Elections and Planning Meeting

 

The Capital Bears will be holding elections for the open Executive Cabinet positions in February 2019. The Capital Bears Executive Cabinet is made up of 5 Officers and 6 Chairs.

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We have 5 positions open for this general election for various terms.

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Officers 

Vice President, Treasurer, and Social Officer - 2 Year Terms are for February 2019 to Elections in February 2021. 

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- To Qualify^- You must be a Representative Member of the Capital Bears and have attended 4 Planning Meetings since July 2018.

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Chairs

Iowa Leather Weekend Chair - Primary for 2019 - Secondary for 2020 - 2 Year Term 

Social Media Admin Chair - 2 Year Term

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- To Qualify^- You must have attended 3 Planning Meetings since July 2018.

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Capital Bears Officer and Chair Nomination Application.

Please provide your information in writing to indicate your interest in a Capital Bears position.

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^Qualifications - If you have questions about the qualifications or you feel you do not meet the meeting attendance requirements for any position, please let us know in the comments or email us bearsdsm@gmail.com The bylaws allow for consideration of candidates for the Officers review. 

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Submit a written application requesting to be added to the ballot  by the Friday, January 4, 2019 11:59PM Central Time Deadline to the Chair of the 2018 Election - President Chad J. Raymond. 

 

How? (One of any method outlined below)

• Submit Application Form to the right.

• Email your interest to bearsdsm@gmail.com 

• Hand-deliver to President Chad J. Raymond.

• Mail for receipt to our PO Box at Capital Bears, PO Box 144, Des Moines, IA  50301 by the deadline.

 

If your application is received within the parameters above you will be invited to attend the Capital Bears February 2019 Planning Meeting. At this meeting you will have the opportunity to campaign for the position. The meeting will be held on February 3, 2019 at 11:00am, Central Time, The Pride Center, 1620 Pleasant St #244, Des Moines, IA 50314.

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You are encouraged to review the bylaws and officer positions on this website.

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Current Officers and Chairs whose terms are up for election need to submit an application if they want to run for an additional term.

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We welcome all members of the Capital Bears who fully believe in the mission of the organization to run for any position based on bylaws. 

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Officers and Chairs are expected to fulfill the following duties during their term of office:
• Ensure their schedule will allow attendance at the majority of monthly board meetings as defined by roles in the Capital Bear Bylaws. 
• Review any provided background materials provided before the meeting in preparation of meeting discussion and decision-making.  
• Volunteer at Capital Bears sponsored events, service in additional capacties on committees, or fulfill other needs as they arise. 
• Be an advocate for the organization.
• Take care of The Capital Bears by ensuring prudent use of all assets, including facilities, people, and good will; and provide oversight for all activities that advance the organization's effectiveness and sustainability.
• Make decisions in the best interest of the Capital Bears; not in their self-interest.
• Ensure that the Capital Bears obeys applicable laws and acts in accordance with ethical practices; that Capital Bears adheres to its stated corporate purposes, and that its activities and events advance its mission.

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Thank you for your interest.

Chad J. Raymond
President, Capital Bears, Chair of 2019 Elections

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