N.M. Admin. Code § 1.12.2.9

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 24, December 23, 2024

Section 1.12.2.9 - OFFICERS

A. Chairperson. The chairperson shall preside at meetings of the commission and shall assume all duties designated from time to time by the commission.

B. Vice-chairperson. The vice-chairperson shall perform the duties and assume the obligations of the chairperson when the chairperson is absent. When a vacancy occurs in the office of chairperson, the vice-chairperson shall serve as chairperson until the commission elects a chairperson.

C. Elections.

(1) Date of elections. Starting in 2000, the commission shall elect a chairperson and a vice-chairperson at a commission meeting to be held in May of every even-numbered year.

(2) Nominations. Any voting member may nominate an individual to serve as chairperson or vice-chairperson of the commission. Nominations may be made in person at a commission meeting or by e-mail, facsimile or other writing addressed to the office. For bi-annual elections, nominations must be received by the office no later than April 1 of every even-numbered year. The office shall provide the names of nominees for chairperson and vice-chairperson to all members by April 10 of every even-numbered year.

(3) Voting. Voting shall be by voice or roll call vote. New officers shall assume their duties upon adjournment of the meeting.

(4) Vacancies. When a vacancy occurs in the office of chairperson or vice-person, the office shall as soon as practicable give notice of the vacancy to the commission, invite nominations from voting members by a specified date, provide the names of nominees to fill the vacancy to all members at least five calendar days before the next meeting, and, at the next meeting, the commission shall elect an individual to serve out the remainder of the chairperson's or vice-chairperson's term.

N.M. Admin. Code § 1.12.2.9

2-1-00; Recompiled 11/30/01