> > at times we have to act in the best interest of the group. Yes, but you have to keep within the rules of the Charter. Why not post the proposal to the list and have dues paying members email privately to the Treasurer (who has a list of the due paying members) their vote. That would adhere to the intention of the Charter. Your way is not in compliance with the Charter and I think if we want to be a legitimate genealogy group, we need to stay within our Charter. -- Pat Connors, Sacramento CA http://www.connorsgenealogy.com