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Purpose
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The idea of the Motion is a
humorous, exaggerated or peculiar motion designed to test the
Chairman. |
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It should be a subject on
which all members can speak, move amendments and procedural motions.
The object is to make the General Business section of the meeting a
learning and participation activity. |
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When preparing
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When devising the motion,
ensure it is obviously a funny or frivolous motion that is destined
to be lost on the final vote. |
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A proper motion has the
following characteristics:
a) It is one sentence in length
b) begins with "That...",
c) denotes a specific action or decision. |
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Have the motion written out
legibly. |
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In the early part of the meeting
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Hand the written motion to
Chairman 2. You may delay giving the motion until it is called to
minimise the amount of time the Chairman has to ready him/herself. |
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You may if you wish to liven
the session, organise someone to speak for or against the motion.
But remember the idea is to give all people an opportunity to jump
in and participate. |
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What to do during your assignment
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When called, stand and read
the motion, and speak for no longer than 45 seconds on why it should
be accepted. Conduct your mini-speech in such a way as to encourage
open debate. |
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You are not permitted to speak again on
this motion until then end. However, if an amendment or procedural
motion is moved, you may speak once for or against the amendment or
procedural motion. |
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At the end, you will be invited to
stand and offer a final right of reply to arguments advanced against
your motion. (This must not include any new material.) You may waive
this right if you wish. You may also elect to "turn your coat" and
inform the meeting that you have been convinced of the error of your
ways, and plea for a vote against the motion. |
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That is the end of your
assignment. |
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