Join the National Board of Directors on May 15 for a Town Hall aimed at providing instruction on the new voting system and to address questions. BVA’s National Bylaws were updated last year to empower every member with a vote in District and National elections, as well as on bylaw changes. This new system replaces the previous method in which delegates at the convention voted on behalf of the entire regional group. The newly adopted voting system allows BVA members to vote by mail, internet, or telephone.

Voting will begin on June 2, 2025. However, you may want to wait until after the Town Hall that will discuss the candidates, bylaws, and resolutions scheduled to occur June 12. The June 19 Town Hall will include the reading of National Convention rules and standing rules and a meeting of the Bylaws and Resolutions Committee to evaluate each proposed amendment and make voting recommendations to the membership. 

Important Voting Deadlines:

• Mail-in ballots must be received by July 2. Please ensure that you mail them in time to arrive by this date. The ballots will include a pre-addressed envelope, but you will need to add a first-class stamp.
• You will receive regular email reminders until you have cast your vote.
• If you prefer to vote by phone, you can follow the provided instructions or speak with someone who can assist you. Please note that assistance hours will be limited.

Remaining Town Hall and Voting Dates:

• May 15: Voting Instructions Town Hall
• May 29: Meet the Candidates Town Hall #2
• June 5: Question-and-Answer Town Hall on Voting
• June 12: Bylaws and Resolutions Town Hall Discussion and Question-and-Answer Opportunity
• June 20: Reading of Convention Rules and Standing Rules and Meeting of Bylaws and Resolutions
  • Committee (moved to Friday, June 20 from previously scheduled June 19 due to Juneteenth holiday)
• July 2: Mail-in Ballots Deadline
• July 9: End of Voting, 3:00pm Eastern Time
• July 11: Results Announced by the National President at In-Person Convention