APS News: Fall 2014

APS Needs Your Help—Be Sure to Vote in October
A letter from 2014 APS President Malcolm Beasley

Summary of Proposed Changes
A snapshot of the most important modifications to APS governance

What is Happening & Why
Concise answers to frequently asked questions about APS governance changes

Committee on Corporate Reform Perspective
How APS Operates Now & Realignment of APS Governance

Composition & Function of Governing Bodies* and CEO**
The relationship between the Board of Directors, the Council of Representatives, and the CEO, and what they are each responsible for

Oversight of APS Committees
How APS Committees will be overseen by the Board of Directors and the Council of Representatives

Voting & Transition Timelines
Important dates in the voting schedule and key events in the transition process

Thoughts from Past APS Presidents
Comments on APS governance changes

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New Foundational Documents

Review the proposed governance changes as stated in the revised foundational documents listed below. Voting on these changes will begin on October 6.
Constitution & Bylaws
Articles of Incorporation

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Learn more about the evolution of the proposed APS governance changes including progress updates, original foundation documents, and videos.
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