Emily Taylor wrote:
Dear Lynn, Bill and Sharon,
Thanks for your work on the role of Chair and Vice-Chair. I have a couple of queries/suggestions, which I hope we can pick up in today's call:
I agree that the Chair/Vice Chair should play a neutral role, and I see the purpose to ensure that voices are heard, themes summarised and a way through is formulated which takes into account all relevant, legitimate interests. Reviewing the exchanges on this list, I think this group is going to have to work hard to listen and take account of others' views - if we can crack this, we should be OK!
My query is this: given that we have all been put forward for this team on the basis of our experience, what do you think should happen when the Chair/Vice-Chair wants to put forward their own personal view. Do they step out of the role for the time being? Do they just not do that?
I have submitted my take on this aspect already and Bill (iirc) replied that this is covered by Robert's Rules of Order. Beinf illiterate wrt this beast, I have to believe this until I find the time to read up on this stuff.
Kind regards
Emily
Wilfried.