Council Delegates

Purpose
A council delegate represents his/her local unit on the voting body of the council of which the unit
is a member.

Goals
Goals of the delegate should be to promote the programs and plans of the council to the local unit,
communicate effectively to the council the needs and wishes of the local unit and accurately
represent the local unit in all matters requiring debate and vote.

Duties of Delegate

1. Represent the local unit at all general meetings of the council.
2. Report council activities at all meetings of the local unit's executive board and general
assembly.
3. Keep the lines of communication open between the council and the local unit, and between
the local unit and council.
4. Participate in discussion, make motions and vote at all council meetings.
5. Vote the expressed wishes of the local unit unless directed by the unit to use his own
judgment.
6. Bring facts, information and viewpoints from the local unit to the council.
7. Participate in activities of council as requested.
8. Encourage participation by the local unit in council programs and projects.

Council Delegate Form