ADMINISTRATION

The Fellowship is directed by a Council composed of 10 Seekers, one representative from among the Probationers, and one representative from among the Auditors. The initial Council is composed exclusively of the founding members of the Fellowship. Members of the Council are elected for a term of seven (7) years. Any Member of the Council completing a term may be reelected. Paid members (i.e. contracted for a certain work) may not be elected to the Council.

In case of the death or resignation of a Member of the Council, or in case of a vacancy by any other means, the Council will fill the vacancy through co-optation. The Member of the Council filling the vacancy will serve out the remaining term of the Member whom they replaced.

The Members of the Council choose from among their number, by secret ballot, and by absolute majority, a Board of Directors composed of a President, a Treasurer, and a Secretary. Auditors and Probationers are not eligible to be elected to this Board of Directors. The Board of Directors is elected at the first meeting of the Council. The Members of the Board of Directors are eligible for reelection indefinitely.

The Council shall meet as often as is necessary for the benefit and operation of the Fellowship, with a minimum requirement of at least one annual meeting. The Council may be convened at any time by the President, provided at least half the members be present. A detailed agenda will be prepared by the President or Members of the Council; if the need arises, it shall be sent to the Members of the Council one week in advance.

Decisions of the Council are affected by absolute majority of the Members of the Council present at the meeting. In the case of a tie vote, the decision will reside with the vote of the President. Two Members of the Council must be present for any purchases or loans in the name of the Fellowship.

The Council is invested with the widest possible authority for the direction of the Fellowhip. Only actions explicity reserved for the General Assembly are beyond its authority. Further details are outlined in the bylaws of the Fellowship.