The Union Constitution (under article III) describes the delegate positions that, along with our officers, comprise our Union Assembly. This fall, we will hold elections for these delegate positions.

Any member in good standing (click here to find out how to join) can seek a delegate position. If at least two candidates file for one of the positions, we will hold an election via electronic ballot. If three or more candidates file for one position, instant run-off voting will be used to determine the winner. The winners will take office in November and will serve two-year terms.

The election schedule is as follows:

• September 29 - October 8: Self-nominations accepted
• October 9 - 20: Campaign period
• October 21 - 27: Voting
• October 29: Results announced

Prospective candidates should submit, for the position of their choice, a nominating statement of no more than 500 words to Kathy White of the Elections Committee during the self-nomination period. At the end of each day during the nomination period, our webmaster will update the list of candidates who have filed on GAOanalysts.org. The Elections Committee will not accept nominations from persons other than a candidate himself or herself. Any self-nominations or nominating statements submitted outside the nomination window will not be accepted. Candidates and their supporters should also familiarize themselves with the Union campaign rules.

By the start of the voting period, the Elections Committee will distribute to all members in good standing a Voters' Guide containing all self-nominations and nominating statements that comply with the above membership, filing period and length requirements.

Upcoming Events: Sept. 28 Meeting on Performance Management; Sept. 29 Assembly Meeting

September 28th Meeting to Discuss Performance Management Agreements

The Union will hold a meeting on Tuesday, September 28th to discuss the recent performance management agreements reached with GAO management: collaborative revisions agreement and FY11 pilot agreement. Here are the meeting details:

• Tuesday, September 28, 2010, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Eastern/8:30-9:30 am Pacific
• HQ room 6492
• VTC:  Atlanta Main, Boston Main, Chicago Main, Dallas Main, Dayton Main, Denver Main, Huntsville Main, Los Angeles Main, Norfolk Main, Richland Main, San Francisco Main, Seattle Main

• Phone Bridge: 877-953-3233, passcode 806364

The next Union Assembly meeting is on Wednesday, September 29th. At Union Assembly meetings, your elected Union representatives set policy for the Union and are updated on current events at GAO. All GAO Analysts and Specialists are invited to attend the meeting and have an opportunity to comment—and for those of you interested in serving in the Assembly, this is a great time to attend.

• Wednesday, September 29, 2010, 3:30 - 5:00 pm Eastern / 12:30-2 pm Pacific
• HQ room 2197
• Phone Bridge: 877-953-3233, passcode 806364