1. You will see that in the NEW Bylaws, we have combined the old Constitution and Bylaws into one document. After a bit of research, we found this to be common practice. This approach will contribute to better clarity and understanding of the document by the membership.
2. The NEW Bylaws are laid out according to Robert’s Rules of Order.
3. The LANGUAGE throughout the NEW Bylaws is consistent.
4. The Executive Board consists of the 6 elected officers and the 6 state representatives. There is no longer an Executive Council.
5. The Executive Committee consists of the 6 elected officers.
6. Standing committees are those chaired by a GLATA elected officer.
7. Special committees do not have a chair, rather they have a coordinator that is appointed by the GLATA President and approved by the board. The only exception to this is the Student Senate, which will still have a chair.

    
Keep in mind that this document cannot easily be amended. The only sections of the Bylaws that can be amended by the GLATA Executive Board are Articles V, VI, VII, VIII and IX. All other amendments must be voted on by the membership. You will see that the heart of the original Constitution of the association remains embedded in this new document.

This document will be voted on by the membership as it reads today. It cannot be amended on the floor during our business session. If you have any questions or comments – I urge you to contact me at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . I look forward to seeing you in Detroit at the GLATA Winter Meeting!

The below documents can be accessed by clicking on the links (pdf files):

1. OLD Constitution
2. OLD Bylaws
3. NEW Bylaws

Sincerely,
 
Julie Rochester, EdD, AT
GLATA President