The Council, in turn, reports to the membership. All new contracts must be ratified by a vote of the Association membership. The Chief Negotiator serves as spokesman on negotiating matters. The Executive Committee is made up of the elected officers and a number of committee chairs appointed by the president. Faculty visitors to RA meetings are welcome and are, in fact, encouraged.
All members have the right to run for any elective office.
Association elections are held every spring. The Constitution and Bylaws of the Association are posted on this website. Paper copies are available upon request.