When a president resigns and he/she has appointed the parliamentarian. Is not that parliamentarian also completed his/her position?
Dear Cheryl,
Not necessarily. Usually the parliamentarian serves the organization or board not just the president. If appointments are made at the beginning of the term and the president resigns in the middle of the term, the person filling the vacancy may have to wait until elected to replace the parliamentarian. You need to look at your bylaws to see when terms begin. If the president has appointed someone outside the organization as the parliamentarian, then you need to consult with that person about their contract with the organization. If you are having a problem with the parliamentarian then talk to that person. Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised 11th edition tells the duties of the parliamentarian. If you are not happy with the information given by the parliamentarian, then you need to do your own research and see if that person is correct. Something you need to remember. The parliamentarian only gives advice. The president makes the rulings and puts that advice into effect. I have seen presidents ignore the advice of the parliamentarian. The members have a responsibility to correct the mistakes of the president.
Cheerio,
Little Ben
Question submitted by Cheryl on June 11, 2016