ALAC Rules of Procedure Working Group - RULE 12 - DUTIES OF THE CHAIR Workspace

12.1 The Chair shall open and close each meeting.
12.2 Should the Chair be absent during a meeting, or any part thereof, or due to specific conflict be unable to act as Chair at any point in time shall be replaced by a Vice-Chair. (Or designated delegate in the absence of any Vice-Chair being available) A person acting as Chair shall have the same powers and duties as the Chair.
12.3 The mission and responsibilities of the Chair of the ALAC are:
12.4 Calling for votes on different matters, and ensuring that the proper instruments are available for the vote;
12.5 Verifying the respect of the rules of procedure, Bylaws and other norms applicable to the Committee;
12.6 Preparing and proposing the agenda for the meetings;
12.7 Chairing the meetings of the ALAC;
12.8 Interacting with ICANN Staff for administrative and organizational matters;
12.9 Representing the Committee in written communication, in the Public Forum and in meetings where there is no specific appointment;
12.10 Ensuring that timelines and deadlines for the work of the Committee are set and met;
12.12 Facilitating and encouraging participation of all ALAC members in At-Large Community activities;
12.13 Delegating tasks to ALAC members when needed (e.g. during the face-to-face meetings,
etc.)

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