Section A - Representation

1.      Any congregation or groups of congregations in ministry with deaf persons may establish an ILDA chapter.

Section B – Election

1.      Each ILDA chapter shall submit nominations for the following officers: president, president-elect, secretary, and treasurer. The offices of secretary and treasurer may be held by one person. Only ILDA members of this chapter shall be eligible for election as officers and the term of the office shall be two (2) years.

2.      All chapter officers shall be elected by ballot by the ILDA members of the chapter who attend the meeting. A majority of all votes cast shall be necessary for election. All elections and appointments of the ILDA chapter officers shall be reported to the president of their regional branch.

3.      Any ILDA chapter officer may at any time be subject to removal from office by a two-thirds (2/3) vote for either of two reasons: 1) neglect of duty or 2) conflict of interest.

4.      When an office vacancy occurs, the ILDA chapter president shall appoint a member to fill the office for the remainder of the term.

 
Section C – Responsibilities

1.      The ILDA chapters of each regional branch shall encourage:

a.      Participation in the ILDA chapters of each deaf congregation and/or field for the purpose of better communication between the ILDA chapters and their regional branch.

b.      Opportunity for members to plan programs, projects, and goals to raise funds for their regional branch and/or the ILDA.

 
Section D – Meetings

1.      Regular meetings of the ILDA chapter shall be held at least once a year at a previously established time and place.

2.      Special meetings may be called by the ILDA chapter president or by any ILDA member. The business transacted shall be limited to the business specified in the meeting notice.

3.      Twenty (20) percent of the ILDA chapter members present at any meeting shall constitute a quorum.

4.      Adequate and reasonable notice of meetings shall always be given so that the ILDA chapter members will have the opportunity to attend and participate in the chapter meetings and activities.

 
Section E – Administration

1.      The ILDA chapter officers shall administer the affairs of their chapter according to the purpose, policies, and procedures of the ILDA.