LNA Election 2022: March 17th, 2022, Update

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we have delayed elections and are re-opening for candidate submissions.

We are opening for more candidate declaration submissions until April 19.  Register as a  Candidate here.

Declarations for “at large” board seats will not be accepted until we have candidates for all the named positions:

Chair: The Chair is the President of the Lents Neighborhood Association, and shall preside at all board meetings and all membership meetings, and shall perform such duties as the Board and the membership from time to time authorizes. The Chair shall represent the position of the Board and the interests of the LNA. The Chair may also share certain duties with the Vice-Chair with approval of the Board. This position shall be up for election in odd numbered years. Also responsible for meeting agendas with the vice-chair

Vice-Chair: The Vice Chair shall perform the duties of the Chair in his/her absence, and as authorized by the bylaws or regulations of the Board. This position shall be up for election in even numbered years.

Secretary: The Secretary shall record and maintain minutes of membership and board meetings, assist the Chair with correspondence, and maintain the non financial files of the LNA. The Secretary will maintain a list of Board members and their terms. This position shall be up for election in even numbered years.

Treasurer: The Treasurer shall have charge of all funds belonging to the LNA and shall receive, deposit and disburse funds for the LNA in a bank or financial institution in such manner as designated by the Board. The Treasurer shall make financial reports as directed by the Board. This position shall be up for election in even numbered years.

Land-Use Chair: The Land Use Chair shall represent the Land Use Committee on the Board, be responsible for all land use issues, and will act as the LNA’s representative in the community on land use issues. The Land Use Committee is a standing committee, and shall have the authority to make determinations on land use decisions on behalf of the LNA. This position shall be up for election in odd numbered years.

Transportation Chair: The Transportation Chair shall represent the Transportation Committee on the Board, will be responsible for all transportation issues, and will act as the LNA’s representative in the community on transportation issues. This position shall be up for election in odd numbered years.

Public-Safety Chair: The Public Safety Chair shall represent the Public Safety Committee on the Board, will develop crime prevention and safety related programs, and will act as the LNA’s representative in the community on public safety issues. This position shall be up for election in even numbered years.

Here is the Roster of Candidates for the May 24th, 2022, Special Election.

More news to follow ….

Regards, LNA Interim board

By Donald Johnson

Interim chair, Nov 2021-Feb 2022