Enrichment and Inspiration for Beta Sigma Phi Sisters from Marilyn Ross

Script for the President re: Proper Steps of a Motion

A Suggestion to Chapter Presidents . . . . If you need confidence in re: to handling motions during your chapter meeting, do what I have done. Printout the following & place it with your chapter meeting agenda. When the time comes, refer to it to make sure you are doing it right! Script for the President re: Proper Steps of a Motion 1. "I move that . . . .(motion is stated by member)" "I make a motion that ..." is incorrect. 2. Motion is seconded (by another member). 3. "It has been moved & seconded that . . . . (restate the motion)." 4. "Is there any discussion?" 5. Discussion is held. 6. "Are you ready for the question?" 7. "The motion is that . . . . (restate the motion)." 8. "All in favor say 'aye'." "Those opposed say 'no'." 9. "The ayes have it & the motion is carried." Or . . . . . . . . "The noes have it & the motion is lost." A tie vote is a lost motion. The President votes only once on a question by: Secret ballot Roll call & name is called last To make or break a tie.

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