1. Composition
a) The president-elect shall serve as chairperson.
b) The membership shall consist of at least 4 additional members, appointed by the Board of Directors, giving consideration to diversity in geographic location, workplace position, and minority status.

2. Term of Office
a) The chairperson shall serve for two years.
b) Committee members shall serve for two years, or until a successor is appointed.

1. Responsibilities
a) Recommend standards and policies for the operation of the LSNA office.
b) Make recommendations to the Board of Directors for the purchase of equipment and other materials to improve the operations of the office.
c) Evaluate personnel policies of LSNA staff and make recommendations for change to the Board of Directors.
d) Make recommendations to the Board of Directors for continued operation of the LSNA office in the event of unforeseen difficulties, such as vacancy in professional staff.

4. Meetings and Quorum
a) Meetings shall be held at least quarterly.
b) The majority of committee members shall constitute a quorum.