Local Elections Sample Clauses
The 'Local Elections' clause defines the rules and procedures governing the conduct of elections at the local or municipal level. It typically outlines eligibility requirements for candidates and voters, the process for nominating candidates, and the methods for casting and counting votes. For example, it may specify the frequency of elections, the roles to be filled, and the authorities responsible for overseeing the process. The core function of this clause is to ensure fair, transparent, and orderly local elections, thereby promoting democratic participation and legitimacy in local governance.
Local Elections. Once in every calendar year, there shall be an Annual Meeting of the Chartered Local called by the President or Co-Presidents where local elections may be held. • Details can be found in the Constitution (Appendix “B”: By-Laws Governing Chartered Locals). • The affairs of the Chartered Local shall be administered by an Executive Committee which shall be composed of the following: ❖ President or Co-Presidents ❖ One (1) or more Vice-Presidents ❖ Secretary ❖ Treasurer ❖ Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee Member (▇▇▇▇ Committee Member) • It may be permissible to combine the offices of Secretary and Treasurer to become Secretary-Treasurer. • It may be permissible to combine the offices of ▇▇▇▇ Committee member and any other Executive position if the local approves. If there is more than one ▇▇▇▇ Committee member for the local (multiple sites), one member may be elected to sit on the Executive for the full term or the local may decide to rotate the position. This position shall have the same rights and privileges as other local Executive members. • Each Local should consider having an LPN Representative, and a shop ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ on its Executive. • The Executive Committee shall meet at least once every four (4) months. • The term of office for positions on the Executive Committee shall be no less than one (1) year and no greater than two (2) years as decided by the Local at an Annual Meeting. • An appropriate number of shop stewards may be elected by the members of the Chartered Local to represent those members employed in specific areas or functions of their employer's establishment. • Shop Stewards may be appointed by the Executive Committee if a majority of the members of the Chartered Local at a meeting authorize the Executive Committee to appoint such representatives. • Members of each Standing Committee (if any) of a Chartered Local shall be elected by a majority vote of those Local members who vote at a Local Meeting. • The Executive Committee may set up special committees of the Chartered Local and may appoint the members of each such committee from the members of the Chartered Local, the chairperson to be chosen by the Executive Committee and to be entitled to cast a vote in the case of a tie. • The Executive Committee may delegate any of its powers to any such committees. These committees shall be subject to any restrictions or regulations imposed upon them by the Executive Committee.
Local Elections. Fair and open elections are the bedrock of local democracy. We will ensure that elections are freely and fairly contested, and encourage local people to become involved in local democracy. Flintshire County Council will:- Town and Community Councils will:-
Local Elections. No officer or employee of the City shall, directly or indirectly, contribute any money or anything of value to any candidate for nomination or election to any City office or to any local campaign or political committee or take active part in any City political campaign, except to cast his/her vote and to express his/her personal opinion, nor shall any such candidate or committee solicit such contributions or active political support from any such officer or employee.
Local Elections. Fair and open elections are the bedrock of local democracy. We will ensure that elections are freely and fairly contested, and encourage local people to become involved in local democracy. Flintshire County Council will:- Town and Community Councils will:- Administer the holding of Town and Community Council elections. Notify the need for elections in a timely manner. Involve Town and Community Councils in the local election planning process. Encourage participation in the local election process by members of the local community. Involve Town and Community Councils in any awareness raising/ publicity to encourage nominations for candidacy at local elections. Ensure wide publicity of vacancies on Town and Community Councils to maximise community representation. Help to publicise forthcoming local elections on behalf of Town and Community Councils. Provide Flintshire County Council with the necessary information to enable them to publicise any forthcoming elections on their behalf. Brief Town and Community Council Clerks on the nomination process so that they are equipped to assist any potential candidates who come forward for local elections. Provide help and assistance with the local election legal and administrative processes and procedures. In partnership with Town and Community Councils we are determined to eliminate all forms of discrimination and promote equality of opportunity. Equality and Diversity are at the heart of everything we do and we have a joint responsibility to ensure that everyone has equal access to our services. We recognise that we have an important role to play in ensuring that all members of our communities have a say in our shared future. Flintshire County Council will:- Town and Community Councils will:- Survey areas where it is believed that a person has been discriminated by access / mobility. We will work in ways that promote the Welsh language and facilitate its use, and ensure that we do not treat the Welsh language less favourably than the English language. Flintshire County Council will:- Town and Community Councils will:- Discuss with Town and Community Councils how we can identify and meet the preferred languages of individual members of the County Forum in relation Identify the preferred languages of individuals who attend meetings of the County Forum, and inform Flintshire County Council of such preferences Assist Town and Community Councils with information on bilingual practices Assess the extent to which their curre...
Local Elections. The government to be formed after the CA elections shall set the date for the local elections to be held within 2070 B.S. (mid-‐April 2014).