During the recent government meeting, key leadership positions were filled as the board conducted its annual election of officers. With members Keith Beal and Annette Gray absent, the meeting proceeded smoothly with nominations and votes for the roles of chair, vice chair, and second vice chair.

Annette Gray was nominated for the position of chair, receiving unanimous support from the present members: Jose Alvarez, Robert Lewis, Christina Morrison, Linda Purdeau, and Wenske Villanue. Following the vote, Gray was officially elected as chair.

Jose Alvarez was nominated and subsequently elected as vice chair, also receiving unanimous approval from the board members. With Gray absent, Alvarez assumed the role of acting chair for the remainder of the meeting.

Linda Purdeau was nominated and elected as the second vice chair, completing the leadership team with unanimous consent from the board.

The meeting concluded with a brief discussion about seating arrangements for the newly elected officers, with the consensus that current seating would remain unchanged for the time being. The board expressed a commitment to maintaining a collaborative environment as they move forward under the new leadership.