On the grievence committee, I'd like to see the chairperson not vote unless needed to
break a tie. I go along with Deborah's idea on the chair calling on people who have
volunteered when needed. I'm not sure how many should serve on the committee - maybe
about 6. I think too few might be a problem, especially if the chairperson just happens
to draw several biased names from the hat to serve on the committee. Having more people
would minimize the chance for that to happen.
Barbara
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Deborah wrote:
> I could see having a chair who could call
> on people who have volunteered to act on the committee when needed.
That's a good idea. A standing committee, comprised of a set group of
people, might be perceived as a clique that always votes in favor of their
friends. Having a different "jury" for each grievence situation would
ensure a fair and unbiased hearing.
Questions:
Would a Grievence Committee Chair be elected, or appointed by the SC?
How many people would be needed on the committee for each situation? Would
the chairperson have a vote, or just oversee the proceedings?
Would the chairperson call for volunteers at the time a grievence is filed?
Or would he/she prepare a list of willing volunteers at the beginning of
his/her term, and then select a committee from that list when the need
arises?
Jeanne