Board Policy A-109.00
Board of Trustees Process

Trustee Vacancy

In accordance with Board Policy A-100.00 Board of Trustees Bylaws, Sections 3 (d) and 3 (h), and other applicable laws, trustee vacancies shall be filled through a selection process at a properly noticed public meeting of the Board, in compliance with the Michigan Open Meetings Act. The Board shall not be restricted to considering only applicants if no qualified applicants come forward.

Upon notification of the vacancy, the Board Chair will consult with the College President to initiate the process. If the vacancy occurs shortly after a general election, recent candidates may be considered for appointment.

If an application, interview, and selection process is desired, the President’s Office, in coordination with the Board Chair, will determine a timeline to ensure the vacancy is filled within thirty (30) days. The Board of Trustees will vote on the selection at a properly noticed public meeting.

If any provision(s) of this policy or set of bylaws conflicts with laws applicable to Northwestern Michigan College, including the Community College Act of 1966, the Freedom of Information Act, or the Open Meetings Act, as each may be amended from time to time, such laws shall control and supersede such provision(s).

If any provision(s) of this policy or set of bylaws conflicts with laws applicable to Northwestern Michigan College, including the Community College Act of 1966, the Freedom of Information Act, or the Open Meetings Act, as each may be amended from time to time, such laws shall control and supersede such provision(s).