Methodology for passing motions....
Posted: Fri Mar 24, 2017 2:00 am
Gentlemen,
As you are aware, the platform for our current council is one of engagement in which the CoE takes a more active and meaningful role in order to take MECCG into the future.
As such, we can all expect a number of motions to be brought forward to vote on in the future.
I would like to know your thoughts on establishing a quorum, so to speak, and what vote result would mean passage of a motion.
Is there a precedent in place for this from previous sessions of the Council?
Was it a simple majority needed? A super majority?
My initial thought is.... for passage, the motion must have at least 7 of our 8 members voting, and have a majority of votes be in favor of passing. In the event all 8 members vote, there must still be a majority in favor for passage and a tie of 4-4, would mean the motion is nullified and does not pass.
What are your thoughts?
Perhaps one of our previous council members could explain past precedent on this issue.
Highest Regards,
Gavin
As you are aware, the platform for our current council is one of engagement in which the CoE takes a more active and meaningful role in order to take MECCG into the future.
As such, we can all expect a number of motions to be brought forward to vote on in the future.
I would like to know your thoughts on establishing a quorum, so to speak, and what vote result would mean passage of a motion.
Is there a precedent in place for this from previous sessions of the Council?
Was it a simple majority needed? A super majority?
My initial thought is.... for passage, the motion must have at least 7 of our 8 members voting, and have a majority of votes be in favor of passing. In the event all 8 members vote, there must still be a majority in favor for passage and a tie of 4-4, would mean the motion is nullified and does not pass.
What are your thoughts?
Perhaps one of our previous council members could explain past precedent on this issue.
Highest Regards,
Gavin