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Should a member of the Youth Council be redistricted to another school, he /she will be able to complete the term for which he /she was appointed. Further, if a student moves within Cabarrus County, he /she will be able to complete his /her term. Election of Officers Officers will be elected using a written ballot. A quorum must be present at the meeting (2/3 present) for an election to be valid. Candidates may give a speech of three minutes or less on the day of the elections. The following offices will be filled: President — The President will preside over general meetings and confer with the Advisor about the agenda prior to meetings. The President will oversee committees and notify members about meetings and events. Vice President — The Vice President will preside over meetings in absence of the President and assist the President in overseeing committees. Secretary — The Secretary will keep attendance and take minutes during meetings. Historian — The Historian will take photographs of members at events and shared with Advisor. The Historian will help compile a visual newsletter for county commissioners. Committees The following committees will be established: Application Committee — Responsible for reviewing applications, conducting interviews, and making recommendations to the Council and Board of Commissioners for appointments. Member Recruiting Committee — Responsible for seeking new members for the Youth Council. Education Committee — Responsible for planning educational opportunities for the Youth Council. The Youth Council members will: • Serve as ad hoc members to county boards /councils as determined by the Commissioners • Attend at least two Commissioner meetings a year (verified by advisor) • Attend scheduled Youth Council meetings. Members must attend 75% of regular meetings. Any member who does not attend the required number of meetings in a year will be removed from the Council. • The Council will present a report to the Commissioners at their May and November meetings on issues and strategies being addressed by the Council. • Identify and discuss issues facing youth in the county. • Create strategies that address these youth issues. • Educate young people in the community about their role as citizens. Code of Ethics 2 Attachment number 1 F Page 184