Charges to New Officers and Directors of NYSACAA

You have been elected by your fellow agents to carry out the mission of the New York State Association of County Agricultural Agents. I now charge you to fulfill your prescribed duties:

_____________________ as President you are the leader of this Association. You will conduct all meetings of the Board of Directors and the membership. You will be our representative to the National Association, Extension Administration and to other organizations.

_____________________ as Vice-President you will assist the president and serve in his/her absence. You are responsible for the work of all committees and are an ex-officio member of all statewide committees.

_____________________ as Secretary you are to record and distribute the minutes of all Board meetings, including the State Association's annual meeting. You are to assist, as needed, with the annual membership campaign and to update the National Association regarding changes in state Association membership.

______________________ as Treasurer you are responsible for overseeing all the financial aspects of the Association including: quarterly and year-end statements; preparation of the annual budget; maintenance of interest bearing accounts and collection of membership dues.

______________________ as Past-President you serve in an advisory capacity to the President and the Board of Directors. You will also serve as Chairman of the Past President's Committee and Nominating Committee.

______________________ as members of the Board of Directors you are responsible for the business and affairs of the Association. You represent your district and are responsible to provide the communications link between the board and your district. You will also work closely with your district chairperson to carry out Association activities in your districts.

Motion to Elect Officers and New Directors, Second and Vote.

At this time the continuing directors are invited to join our officers and new directors.

Please raise your right hand and repeat the following:

"I will faithfully uphold the Constitution of the New York State Association of County Agricultural Agents and will exercise the duties of my office to the best of my abilities for the betterment of the Association and its members."

I now declare you as installed as the Officers and Directors of the New York State Association of County Agricultural Agents. Welcome to the New York State Association of County Agricultural Agents. The professional organization of Agriculture and Natural Resources staff of Cornell Cooperative Extension. The Association exists for the professional improvement of its' members. There are few professions that offer the opportunities for self improvement that you can obtain through Cornell Cooperative Extension and NYSACAA. Take advantage of these programs.

You will find Extension Education to be a most satisfying and rewarding career. The challenges you will accept as an Extension Educator will challenge you to reach for the highest level of achievement in your career.

We give you this booklet as a welcome and we invite you to take time to read, and learn about our organization. Get involved!

Cornell Cooperative Extension has divided the state into seven districts in which NYSACAA members meet several times a year. Each District is given a Committee Assignment for the Association. You automatically become a member of the committee assigned to your District.

You are encouraged to take an active part in your agent's association. In starts in the district by attending the meetings, participating in district activities and enjoying the camaraderie of your co-workers.

Good luck in your Cornell Cooperative Extension career.