April 17, 2004 |
| RIRA Preparing New Constitution with Bylaws |
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RIRA First Vice President Steve Marcus told The WIRE, “This will address some of the inconsistencies and anachronisms that have become apparent since the constitution was last amended 13 years ago. The committee has unanimously recommended that the operating rules be split out into separate bylaws, where they can more easily be amended in the future, should the need arise.” One revision currently needed is provision for representation from the new buildings in Southtown. The RIRA Common Council will further consider the proposed revisions at its May meeting. If two-thirds of the delegates approve, the revision will come before a town meeting later that month, says Marcus. If a quorum of 100 residents attend and approve, the revisions will become final. See RIRA President Matthew Katz’s column for more on the constitutional revision process. |