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About the Nominating Committee

The Nominating Committee consists of nine members selected by and from the members of the cooperative. The three districts for committee members are the same as director districts (North, Central and South).  

Eligibility

The bylaws of WWVREMC provide for a Nominating Committee as a standing committee for the REMC. Article IV, Section 5 outlines the role and responsibilities of the committee and its members.

  • The standing nominating committee will be comprised of nine (9) members who are elected for three (3) year terms. 
  • No employee, officer or member of the Board may be a member of the standing nominating committee.
  • The standing nominating committee shall meet at least sixty (60) days before the annual meeting of the members for the purpose of nominating at least two (2) candidates for each open director position, and at least two (2) candidates for the open standing nominating committee positions. 
Ready to Apply? Be sure to answer all questions on the application
Nominating Committee Application
Please read the WWVREMC Bylaws and the WWVREMC Nominating Committee Charter Policy #1-12 in completion before submitting an application to serve.
Director Candidate Application
Find out more about being a director of WWVREMC.

Your Nominating Committee Members

NORTH DISTRICT

Patrick Barker, Williamsburg
Patricia Barnard, Williamsburg
Teresa Jackson, Greens Fork

CENTRAL DISTRICT

Todd Duke, Centerville
Craig Hale, Liberty                                   Lee Elzemeyer, Richmond

SOUTH DISTRICT

Ashley Harvey, Brookville
Jennifer Horning, Connersville
Ellis McQueen, Connersville

Timeline of Nominating Committee Meetings/Duties

Orientation and Training

Shortly after the cooperative’s annual meeting, the nominating committee convenes for an orientation and training session. This meeting introduces members to their duties and the processes they will follow during the election cycle.

Seeking Qualified Candidates

Once orientation and training are completed in the fall, committee members search for qualified individuals to apply for open director and nominating committee positions. This outreach period continues until the committee’s first meeting in the winter.

During this phase, the nominating committee must actively seek candidates to run for the board of directors in their district. You may request a membership list of members in your district. The cooperative also actively communicates the application process for open positions. Notices are posted in the WWVREMC member newsletter, on social media, and via email to inform all members about available opportunities, but please do not rely solely on the cooperative’s notices. Engage with individuals and proactively encourage qualified candidates to submit their applications.

Committee Meeting and Candidate Selection

The nominating committee meets after January 1 and before February 15. At this meeting, the Committee Chair reviews all applications for open positions. After careful consideration, the committee selects candidates from among qualified applicants to be placed on the ballot for the next election.