How to put forth a motion, in between Intergroup meetings:

After putting it in the email, someone needs to second it.  Then discussion starts. Usually there is a deadline of one or two weeks for discussion. After motion has been seconded, the member that brought up the motion (Author of motion) writes an email in the same thread stating motion has been seconded, we will now begin discussion.  The deadline of discussing this motion will be ________(date given - approximately 10 days to 2 weeks).

After the discussion deadline, author that made the motion, writes another email asking for any “friendly amendments”. Anyone can make a "Friendly amendment".Author of motion may accept or decline a friendly amendment. After friendly amendments,

a group conscience takes place. Author tracks the votes.

Author then lets Secretary know if the motion passed or not via email.  This email should be “cc’d” to all Intergroup members.

More information on tracking motions made outside the Intergroup meeting.

Responsibilities of Voting Intergroup Members

Tracking Motions Made Outside of Meeting

When motions occur outside of Intergroup  meetings (all in meeting motions are tracked by Intergroup secretary or the secretary’s appointed representative), it will be the responsibility of the intergroup individual originating the motion to track voting.

When it passes or is voted down member should  inform the CHP Intergroup Secretary in written form about the outcome.

Motion and outcome should be included in minutes of the next Intergroup meeting.