We'd been discussing it amongst ourselves for a couple of weeks now, and I'm actually the one who would rather not follow through on the previous motion. There isn't really a consensus yet, and I was trying to find out if there could be a way out. The executive board is meeting again in a couple of weeks, and we'll discuss it further then.
I don't really think the former president had malicious intent, but my previous work experience was in banking. Because of that, I would never present something that might be viewed as a conflict of interest.
Thanks so much for the prompt responses - The PTO Today site is such a great resource!
I saw your update on Robert's Rules. I understand why you are thinking of just letting this slide. However, may I suggest that you not make the decision solely? Instead, present the situation to your board and let the entire group decide how to handle the issue. Then, your hands will be "clean", unlike if any of the board finds out you knew and arbitrarily made a decision without them.
There are certain situations when a previously passed motion may be rescinded. Although your by-laws don't reference Robert's Rules of Order, it would seem to be the best source for parliamentary procedure regardless. So, I have posted your question on the Robert's Rules forum here: www.robertsrules.com/cp/Scripts/ASP/foru...es.asp?message=72806
It was brought to my attention by our book fair chair that misinformation was given at the last meeting of the membership in May. The most recent past president requested that $1000 of Scholastic Book Credit be donated to two new school buildings in the district, based on the idea that $5000 in Book Credit would expire within 3 months. Is it worth noting that the past president would become the new president of both of the new school's PTOs? Also, the book credits were not to expire until next year.
The PTO's bylaws do not mention Robert's Rules at all. I was told that this was out of a desire to run a more casual operation, which is a little silly when running a non-profit corporation. But, a motion was made and seconded at this meeting and passed by a unanimous vote, based on untrue information. Does the current membership and/or board have any right to rescind this decision?
