LIONS DISTRICT 5M-6

42nd Annual Mid-Winter Convention

“Roaring 2020s”

January 17th and 18th, 2020

“We Serve through Diversity”

LIONS DISTRICT 5M-6

42nd Annual Mid-Winter Convention

January 17th and 18th, 2020

“Roaring 2020s”

❖ Cover

❖ 2. Table of Contents

❖ 3. Welcome All Lions and Guests & Convention Hightlights

❖ 4. Schedule and Menus

❖ 5. Evening of Rememberance

❖ 6. 2020 Parade of Green

❖ 7. Club Check List

❖ 8. Club Members (Group) Registration Form

❖ 9. Individual Registration Form

❖ 10. On Line Registration Access

❖ 11. Delta Marriott Northeast Individual Room Reservation Informaion

and Link -

❖ 12. District Annual Meeting Delegate Registration Form

❖ 13. Rules of Procedure

These documents of information about our Distirict 5M-6 2020 Mid-Winter

Convention are ment to provide complete information to All Lions, Lioness,

Leos and our Special Guests who want to attend. This information is

assembled months in advance so it is possible that some information may

change.

to the 42nd Annual Mid-Winter

Convention of District 5M-6

There are lots of exciting changes in this year’s Convention! The

big ones are –

• New location

• New weekend and duration (2 day) of Convention

• Fellowship-Friendly common Hospitality Area on Friday evening

• Complimentary Beer, Wine, and Hors D’oeuvres on Friday evening

• Live Entertainment on both Friday and Saturday evenings

• A great theme and accompanying costume optional party on Saturday evening

Our traditional Convention components will continue to inspire and inform you

• International Director Dr. Jose Marrero, International guest and keynote speaker

• Informative Lunch speaker

• Inspiring Session presenters on Saturday

• Popular Service Projects

to the Convention Planning Committee for your tireless and inspired efforts

to bring the very best that Lions has to offer to our convention. Thanks to the following Lions.

RoaRing 2020’s

VDG Gina Detviler

PDG Lynn Farley

Angie Hallaway

Kathy Hellen

Dee Hess

Pete Kelzenberg

PDG Greg Langbehn

Jon Langbehn

PDG Dave Moen

Linda Morrison

Mark Orth

PDG Deb Pedro

Candy Petersen

PDG Eileen Schirer

Paul Williams

Judy Zewers

District Governor Convention Chair

Tracy Braaten Curt Stockford

DR. JOSE MARRERO

INTERNATIONAL DIRECTOR

Dr Jose Marrero, from Arecibo, Puerto Rico, USA, was elected

to serve as International Director of Lions Clubs International at

the association’s 102nd International Convention, held in Milan,

Italy, July 5-9, 2019.

Director Marrero has been a physician for 39 years, and is

currently Medical Director for a community care clinic with

emergency care, lab and X-ray facilities. His clinic is the primary

care provider to most of the population within the surrounding

areas. Dr. Marrero also works as an emergency physician for a

Level 3 medical facility which receives referrals from all medical

facilities within the Arecibo district.

Dr. Marrero became a Lion in 1996 when he joined the Arecibo Captain Correa Lions Club.

He has held a number of offices within the Association, including Multiple District Diabetes

Awareness and Action Chair, GLT Coordinator, and GST Coordinator. He has served as a

presenter in five Regional Lions Leadership Institutes and three USA/Canada Forums.

In recognition of his service, Director Marrero has received 11 International President’s

Certificates, one International President’s Leadership Award, and two International

President’s Awards. Director Marrero and his wife, Annie, are both Progressive Melvin Jones

Fellows.

Director Marrero also supports an outreach program to the homeless population within

Arecibo, one established by his son as well as his home Lions Club. Director Marrero has

served as president of his local chapter of the Puerto Rico College of Physicians, and is a

former city councilperson in the city of Arecibo

Aside from his Lions and professional responsibilities, Director Marrero pursues an interest in

botany and grows tropical bonsais and orchids in his home.

Our

….. is one of our very own from District 5M-6, Lion Kyle Anderson of the Wildwood Lions

Club. The topic will be “Challenging times are great opportunities for growth”.

Kyle has been a Lion for twenty years, accumulating numerous

recognitions for his leadership and dedication in his club. He is the

recipient of the Melvin Jones Fellowship, Helen Keller, Dream

Catcher, Hearing, and Lion of the Year awards.

His professional life includes 39 years as an independent insurance

agent. He sold his agency to Preferred Insurance Services in 2016,

and now is employed there. His personal life is centered on 34 years

of marriage to his “partner in service”, Sandy, his three adult

daughters, and two adorable two-year-old grandsons. Along the way, he has taught a fourth

grade Sunday School class at Community of Grace Lutheran Church for many years.

Panel – “The impact of Lions on communities?” Presenters are elected,

appointed and staff officials from cities within our service area. Currently scheduled for this

panel are White Bear Lake Mayor Jo Emerson, White Bear Lake

City Manager Ellen Hiniker, and Jason Viana, Executive Director

of Open Door, in Eagan.

Expect to gain new appreciation for not simply what Lions have

accomplished, but also for the possibilities that networking and

collaboration offer for future.

Presenter is T.B.D.

Childhood Cancer - Heartbreak and Hope

Our Presenter is Mindy Dykes, Outreach Coordinator for the

Children’s Cancer Research Fund (CCRF). Her organization,

CCRF, is one of those which has dedicated matching funds to the

MN Lions Childhood Cancer Foundation, Inc. for this fiscal year.

They will provide a match for up to $100,000 this year.

Mindy has been a speaker for 8 years. She is also the mother of

Connor, age 7, who a brain cancer survivor. Like us, she “finds

hope in being part of the solution.”

• Once again, we will tie blankets, which will be donated to Women’s Shelters

• Collect, organize and box used eyeglasses for shipping to our partners at the

Wisconsin Lions Foundation for cleaning, sorting, prescription labeling and bagging for

missions to underdeveloped countries. Please discard glasses cases at home. And

….. don’t forget the Hearing Aids.

Saturday, 3:00-4:30 p.m. – 5M-6 reports, financials, Amendments to Constitution & By-

Laws, such other business as may be appropriate, and election of district officers.

Friday Evening

Blind River + Games + Adult Beverages +

Food

Saturday Evening

The Brass Menagerie + Costume Party

for Success …. and Comfort

Friday Evening - Lions Identity Casual

Saturday Day - Lions Identity Casual

Saturday Evening - Roaring 20’s Theme Appropriate, costume encouraged

(Note: Formal attire works for this theme if you choose)

Go to: www.lions5m-6.org

Print the Registration form in this package and mail with your check to:

PDG Greg Langbehn Greg’s

Tax Service

321 Broadway Ave, Suite 1

St. Paul Park, MN 55071-1841

Go to www.lions5m-6.org and download the registration form, print, and mail with your

check to same as above

2020 D5M-6 Mid-Winter Convention Schedule (Preliminary)

Day and Time Item

Friday, January 17, 2020

1:00 PM 6:30 PM Registration Open -Delegate Certification-Parade of Green

1:00 PM 3:00 PM Charitable Gambling Seminar

4:30 PM 5:30 PM Cabinet Meeting #3

6:30 PM 6:45 PM Posting of the Flags

6:30 PM 6:45 PM Convention Opening

6:45 PM 8:00 PM Evening of Remembrance

8:00 PM 9:00 PM Registration Open

8:00 PM 8:20 PM First Timer’s Contest Meeting

8:15 PM tbd Hospitality Room Open with Blind River Band and Games

Saturday, January 18, 2020

7:45 AM 8:45 AM Breakfast Buffett

7:30 AM 12:00 PM Registration Open-Delegate Certification-Parade of Green

9:00 AM 2:45 PM Foundation and Other Displays

9:00 AM 2:45 PM Service Projects Room Open

9:00 AM 9:45 AM Session - Panel The Impact of Lions on Communities

10:00 AM 11:00 AM Free time to see display tables and or do Service

10:00 AM 11:00 AM Club Presidents Meet with Visiting ID Dr Jose' A Marrero

11:00 AM 11:45 AM Lioness Meeting

11:00 AM 11:45 AM Session - tbd

12:00 PM 1:45 PM D5M-6 Luncheon with a Speaker

2:00 PM 2:45 PM Session - Childhood Cancer – Heartbreak & Hope

2:00 PM 2:45 PM State Fair Captains Meeting

3:00 PM 4:30 PM D5M-6 Annual Business Meeting

5:30 PM 6:30 PM DG Tracy's Reception (Cash Bar) Open to All

6:30 PM 8:00 PM District Governor’s Banquet Featuring International Director Dr Jose' Marrero and Recognitions

8:00 PM 8:15 PM Retire the Flags

8:15 PM Adjourn Business Meeting and Close Convention

8:30 PM - tbd Hospitality Room Open with Brass Menagerie Band

As this is a Preliminary Schedule Entries Could Change

After the conclusion of the Banquet All Lions and Guests are invited to join the Entertainment and Fun.

(no outside beverages or food allowed)

Convention Menus

Saturday Breakfast Buffett

Orange and Grapefruit Juices

Seasonal Fruit and Berries

Banana Strawberry Smoothie

Fresh Baked Muffins, Scones, Danish & Croissants

Butter, Honey & Preserves

Bagels & Cream Cheese

Granola and Assorted Cereal with 2% Skim Milk

Fruit and Greek Yogurt

Coffees and Tea

Saturday D5M-6 Lunch Buffet

Pecan Spinach Salad with Wildberry Vinaigrette Dressing

Tossed Pasta Salad

Pita Chips and Hummus

Assorted Deli Sandwiches

Harvest Chicken Salad Wraps

Assorted Desserts Coffee and Cold Tea

Saturday DGs Banquet –

Mixed Greens Salad and Dressings

Dinner Rolls and Butter

Yankee Pot Roast with Root Vegetables

Dessert

Coffee and Hot Tea

42nd Annual Mid-Winter Convention

Evening of Remembrance

Friday, January 17, 2020

Delta Marriott Northeast Hotel

Celebrating & Honoring Lives of Service

This year I have the honor of being the chairperson of our Evening of Remembrance Service on Friday Jan 17th 2020 at our 5M-6 Midwinter Convention. I would request that each Club send a digital photo and short bio of your deceased Lions, or Lioness from this past year. Any pictures of our deceased Lions or Lioness working on club projects would be greatly appreciated.

I will need ALL PHOTOS and BIOS NO LATER than January 14th, 2020. This is the deadline if photos are to be included in the Power Point presentation.

CLUB NAME:________________________________

PERSON SUBMITTING:____________________________ PHONE:______________________

EMAIL:______________________________________

Name (please print) Picture Enclosed Bio Enclosed Club Name

Yes No Yes No

Yes No Yes No

Yes No Yes No

Yes No Yes No

Yes No Yes No

Please email or mail photos (digital photos preferred) and bios to me at:

gmdetviler@mmm.com

OR

Gina Detviler 4599 Blaine Ave. E. Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076

Thank you in advance for your cooperation!

Lion Gina

42nd Annual Mid-Winter Convention

“Inspiring Lionism”

January 17 - 18, 2020

Delta Marriott Hotel

Parade of Green The Parade of Green is an important feature at our Convention. Listed below are the organizations that Clubs of District 5M-6 support on an annual basis. Please deposit your checks in the Parade of Green box at the Convention Registration

table. Announcement on how much was raised will be presented at the Saturday Evening Banquet.

Please have checks turned in no later than 12 noon on Saturday.

501(c)(3) Organizations: Checks payable to the Organization

(Additional information can be found on the 5M6 website) LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION (LCIF) - Melvin Jones Fellowship Empowering Service Fund – Supporting ALL LCIF causes (nothing on check MEMO line) Disaster Relief Fund – can specify a specific disaster on check MEMO line

CAMP CONFIDENCE

CAMP NEEDLEPOINT

CAN DO CANINES, INC – Awards Available – Top Dog

LEADER DOGS FOR THE BLIND, INC.

MINNESOTA LIONS HEARING FOUNDATION, INC. – Research Fellowship Award

MINNESOTA LIONS DIABETES FOUNDATION, INC. – Dream Catcher Award

MINNESOTA LIONS VISION FOUNDATION, INC. – Helen Keller Sight Award

MD5M LIONS KIDSIGHT FOUNDATION, INC. – Sight Saver Award

MD5M LIONS YOUTH EXCHANGE FOUNDATION

PROJECT NEW HOPE

SPECIAL OLYMPICS MINNESOTA INC.

TRUE FRIENDS INC. (Formerly Camp Courage & Camp Friendship)

501(c)(3) Organizations with Gambling: CAMP CONFIDENCE - Donations from Gambling accounts must have a GCB approval with a LG270 form

NON-501(c)(3) Organizations – Checks payable to District 5M6

Write in MEMO LINE:

MN Lions Childhood Cancer Foundation, Inc. (as of the revision date they are not a 501(c)(3) org.) LEOS – Lion Leaders of Tomorrow

PARADE FLOAT FUND

PEACE POSTER / ESSAY CONTEST

YOUTH EXCHANGE FUND revised 11/7/2019

2020 Annual Mid-Winter Convention

January 17th and 18th , 2020 Delta Marriott Northeast

Roaring 2020’s Club & Personal Checklist

• Encourage All club members to attend some part of this convention

• Register your club delegates and alternates – provide them with ConventionRules and any District Constitution and By-Laws Changes which they will beasked to vote on at the Annual Meeting

• Send Memorials - Picture and Story – Invite Family Members

• All attendees must register and pay the Registration Fee to attend (noregistration fee required to attend the Evening of Remembrance or Cabinetor Annual Meetings)

• Register by Using any of these methods:The Club Group FormThe Individual FormRegister On Line using a Credit Card -the Link is on the IndividualRegistration Form

• Bring you club banner (hotel staff will hang it)

• Bring your Parade of Green Donations

• Bring Hearing aids and Glasses for Recycling (no cases)

• Plan to wear your 1920’s Attire for Saturday Evening

• Wear your club name badge

• All Members have access to details on all of the 2020 Mid-WinterConvention search: Lions5m-6.orgLook for the 2020 Mid-Winter Booklet

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4 EACH PERSON ATTENDING THE CONVENTION MUST PAY $10 REISTRATION FEE5 Please use one line for each person registering even if just a registration only6 FIRST REGISTER7 LION, LIONESS AND GUEST NAME LION LIONESSGUEST TIMER FEE BREAKFAST LUNCH BANQUET TOTAL8 COST 10.00$ 25.00$ 32.00$ 45.00$ 9 E.G (John Doe) 1 1 1 1 87.00$

10 E.G (Mrs. John Doe) 1 1 1 1 67.00$ 11 0 -$ 12 0 -$ 13 0 -$ 14 0 -$ 15 0 -$ 16 0 -$ 17 0 -$ 18 0 -$ 19 0 -$ 20 0 -$ 21 0 -$ 22 0 -$ 23 0 -$ 24 0 -$ 25 0 -$ 26 0 -$ 27 0 -$ 28 0 -$ 29 0 -$ 30 Total Amount due if not Using Square 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -$ 31 Square Transaction Fee 2.90% -$ 32 Square Processing Fee 0.30$ 33 Total Amount due if Using Square 0.30$ 3435 Please make check made out to District 5M6 Lions for amount due on line 30 and see instructions below.36 If using square please enter the number from Line 30 and square will calculate37 the total amount due and ask for your bank information.38 Use the link below to access square and make payment3941 Please mail the form along with the check if paying by check to me at the 42 following address or email it to me at gregtax@hotmail.com43 Gregory Langbehn44 321 Broadway Ave-Suite 145 St Paul Park, MN 55071-184146 Cell Phone 651-431-0150

CLUB NAME -

MEAL COST

Please Print Clearly

Lion Lioness Guest Lion Lioness Guest

NAME:_______________________________________NAME:________________________________________

ADDRESS:____________________________________ ADDRESS:______________________________________

CITY:_________________STATE/PROV/ZIP:____________ CITY:___________________STATE/PROV/ZIP:___________

EMAIL:___________________________________________ EMAIL:________________________________________________

CLUB:________________________________________ CLUB:_______________________________________________

Check if this is your first 5M6 Convention Check if this is your first 5M6 Convention

Please specify any dietary needs___________________ Please specify any dietary needs___________________

Check #______________

*Meal registrations submitted on or after January 10th, 2020 will not be accepted.

If you choose to pay via credit card, please use the online registration at https://lions5m-6.org/midwinter2020/

A Surcharge will apply. Online registration begins November 1, 2019.

Mail this registration form and check as calculated in the last column, payable to District 5M6, to: PDG Greg Langbehn at:

Greg’s Tax Service 321 Broadway Ave-Suite 1, St Paul Park, MN 55071-1841 Questions about registration

email gregtax@hotmail.com

Meal Cancellations accepted and refunded prior to January 10th with a 10.00 fee for cancellation.

SEE SEPARATE PAGE FOR DELTA MARRIOTT NORTHEAST HOTEL ROOM RESERVATION INFORMATION

MEAL

BEFORE December 15, 2019

Payment with CHECK

ON OR AFTER December 15, 2019

Payment with CHECK

NUMBER

ATTENDING

AMOUNT

REGISTRATION Applies to Each Attendee

USD: $10 USD: $10

BREAKFAST SATURDAY USD: $25 USD: $35

LUNCHEON SATURDAY

USD: $32 USD: $42

GOVENOR’S BANQUET SATURDAY

USD: $45 USD: $55

REGISTRATION Applies to Each Attendee

Yes, I am coming to the convention but not staying for any of the meals.

Leo Leo

District 5M-6

42nd Annual Mid-Winter Convention

January 17th and 18th, 2020

Delta Marriott Northeast Hotel

INDIVIDUAL Registration

REGISTRATION FORM

You can register

For the D5M-6 Mid-Winter

Convention

On Line

Go to:

https://lions5m-6.org/midwinter2020/ Copy this link to your browser.

You can use any major credit card to pay for registration and meals. A

surcharge will apply.

All convention information including the link to the on line registration can be

found on the District 5M-6 Web Site: Lions5M-6.org

INDIVIDUAL ROOMS RESERVATION INFORMATION AND LINK

The Delta Marriott Northeast – Welcomes District 5M-6 Lions!!

Address: 1330 Industrial Blvd NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413 A Block of Rooms has been reserved – Asks for: District 5M6 Convention

Here's your reservation link:

Book your group rate for District 5M6 Lions Convention Room Block

Room with a King Bed $114.00 per night* Room with Two Queen Beds $124.00 per night* These Group Rates Are Effective through January 4th, 2020 *Plus Taxes and Fees. Credit card payment required.

Reservations may be made by using the link above – (Copy and Paste into your browser) Or By Calling our Reservation Center at 1-844-628-7953

Delegate Registration Form

Lions voting on issues at the convention must be designated by their Club as a voting delegate. Each

Club is allowed one voting delegate for each 10 members. Five or more club members, rounds up to

ten, For example a club with 33 members is allowed 3 delegates; and a club with 36 members is allowed

4 delegates. Please list alternate delegates as well.

To be a Delegate each Lion must be a member for one year and one day based on LCI records.

Delegates must pick up voting cards at the Convention Registration table no later than 30 minutes prior

to the start of the business meeting which is Saturday, January 18, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. Past District

Governors automatically receive a voting card and are not counted or listed on your delegate

registration form.

CLUB NAME:__________________________________________________________

CLUB SECRETARY SUBMITTING FORM:___________________________________

CELL PHONE NUMBER:________________ EMAIL__________________________

LIST OF VOTING DELEGATES:

_________________________________ ______________________________

_________________________________ ______________________________

_________________________________ ______________________________

_________________________________ ______________________________

_________________________________ ______________________________

ALTERNATES:

_________________________________ ______________________________

_________________________________ ______________________________

MAIL TO: Lion Lynn Farley, Cabinet Secretary, 1835 Fifth Street, White Bear Lake, MN 55110 OR E MAIL to: Lion Lynn Farley lynnfarley@lions5m-6.org

DEADLINE: January 5th, 2020

42st Annual Mid-Winter Convention

District 5M6 Annual Meeting

“Roaring 2020’s”

January 17-18, 2019

RULES OF PROCEDURE

MIDWINTER CONVENTION OF

DISTRICT 5M-6, LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL

JANUARY 17 and 18, 2020

Rule 1. No Lion or Lions Club shall, sell or solicit sales of raffles or other fundraising activities.

An exception to this rule will be made this year to allow fund raising to support the candidacy of

PID Brian Sheehan for the position of 2021-22 International President as well as candidates for

2nd and 3rd International Vice President. Advertisements for club and foundation fundraisers

are not only allowed, but encouraged. Fun games of chance or skill which may involve an

entrance fee of up to $1.00 to go to a club’s administrative fund are permissible

Rule 2. The District Governor shall arrange the order of business for the district

convention. Except for registration and certification hours, which may not be changed, deviation

from the announced order of business shall be made only by consent of three-fourths (3/4) of the

certified delegates assembled at any session at which a quorum is present. A majority of those

certified delegates present in person at any session shall constitute a quorum.

Rule 3. Except as otherwise provided in the Lions Clubs International Constitution and By-

Laws, Multiple District 5M Constitution and By-Laws, District 5M-6 Constitution and By-Laws,

national custom and practice or these rules, Robert’s Rules of Order, Newly Revised, shall govern

all questions of order and procedure.

Rule 4. Credentials

(a) The Credential committee shall be composed of the District Governor, as

chairperson, the cabinet secretary and two other non-officers of the district appointed by

the District Governor, each of whom shall be a member in good standing of a different

Lions club in good standing in the district, and shall not through the duration of the

appointment hold any district or international office either by election or by appointment;

provided, however, the District Governor may designate any other committee member as

chairperson. The credentials committee’s primary responsibility shall be to verify club

delegate credentials. In carrying out this responsibility, the credentials committee shall

have the powers and shall perform the duties as established by national custom and

practice or as set forth in Robert’s Rules of Order, Newly Revised.

(b) The registration and certification of delegates shall occur on Friday, January 17, 2020

from 1:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and on Saturday, January 18, 2020 from 7:30 a.m. to 12:00

p.m.

Rule 5. Nominations

(a) 60 days prior to the convening of the convention, the District Governor, unless

otherwise provided, shall appoint, and designate the chairperson of a nominations

committee consisting of three (3) members. It shall be the committee’s responsibility

to review the qualifications of each nominated candidate within thirty (30) days prior

to the election and rule on the eligibility of the same. In reviewing the qualifications

for District Governor, First Vice District Governor and Second Vice District

Governor, the committee shall use the qualification forms set out in the Standard

District By-laws as Exhibits D, E and F respectively.

(b) Candidates may withdraw from contest at any time prior to the issuance of the final

report of the nominations committee.

Rule 6. Replacement of delegates and alternate delegates.

(a) To replace a delegate and/or alternate delegate already certified, the replacement must

provide a certificate signed by two officers of the club, certifying that the replacement is

eligible as an alternate delegate.

(b) On the day of voting, a duly certified alternate delegate shall be allowed to obtain a

ballot and vote in lieu of a duly certified delegate from the same Lions club by

presenting his/her copy of his/her alternate credential certificate together with the copy

of the certified delegate's credential certificate to the voting personnel at which time

the voting personnel will make the necessary notation on the credential records

marking that a substitution has been made on the respective club's delegate

entitlement. Alternate delegates who were not certified cannot replace a certified or

uncertified delegate.

Rule 7. Nominations for the offices of District Governor and Vice District Governors and such

other offices to be filled by the convention shall be limited to one nominating speech not to

exceed five (5) minutes for each nominee, and one seconding speech not to exceed three (3)

minutes for each nominee.

Rule 8. Elections Committee

(a) Prior to the convention, the District Governor shall appoint, and designate the

Chairperson of, an elections committee consisting of three (3) members. Each duly

nominated candidate shall also be entitled to designate one (1) observer through

his/her club. The observers may oversee election procedures only, but may not

participate directly in the committee’s decision making.

(b) The elections committee shall be responsible for the preparing of elections materials,

vote tabulation and resolving questions concerning the validity of individual

ballots. The committee’s decision shall be final and binding. The committee shall

prepare the ballots in conformity with the forms set forth in Exhibit G of the Standard

District Constitution and by-Laws.

(c) The elections committee shall prepare a comprehensive report of the election results

containing the following components: date, time and place of election; specific

voting results by candidate; signature of each committee member and observer. The

District Governor, council chairperson and all candidates shall be provided a copy of

the committee’s report.

Rule 9. Voting.

(a) Voting will take place at the business meeting to be convened at 3:00 p.m. on

Saturday, January 18, 2020. Election for the District Governors, Vice District

Governors and MD5M Hall of Fame shall be by secret written ballot.

(b) To secure a ballot card, the delegate shall present his/her credential certificate to

voting personnel for verification. Once verified, the delegate shall be issued a ballot.

(c) The voter shall indicate his/her vote by placing a mark in the appropriate location by

the name of the candidates of his/her choice. The mark must be placed in the proper

location to constitute a vote. Any ballot containing votes for more than the specified

number of offices to be filled in any section shall be declared invalid to that particular

section.

(d) A majority vote shall be necessary to elect the district governor, first vice district governor, second vice district governor and MD5M Hall of Fame Nomination. A majority is defined as a number more than one-half of the total valid votes cast excluding blanks and abstentions. If a majority vote is not received in the unopposed election of district governor, first vice district governor and second vice district governor, a vacancy shall occur and Article IX, Section 6(d) of the International By-Laws shall apply. However, if there is more than two (2) candidates for any such position and none of the candidates receives a majority, the candidate with the lowest number of votes shall be dropped off the ballot and a revote shall be taken. This process shall be repeated until one candidate receives a majority of the votes.

(e) A majority vote shall be necessary to elect all other candidates. In the event any one candidate shall fail to receive the required number of votes to be elected or endorsed, additional balloting as described in (d) above shall take place until such time as one candidate secures a simple majority vote.