The U.S. Melges 24 Class Association (USM24CA) is now accepting nominations for electing Executive Committee members for the 2024-2026 term. The nomination period is officially open and will close on Monday, October 30 at midnight EDT.

The USM24CA Executive Committee includes the positions of President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Technical Committee Chairman.

Nominees shall be current Melges 24 owners and current members of the U.S. Melges 24 Class Association.

Please send nominations to the USM24CA Class Administrator via email at communications@usmelges24.com by the closing date and time of Monday, October 30th by midnight EDT.

Once all nominations are collected and confirmed with the USM24CA, elections will take place from November 3-17, 2023.

POSITION DESCRIPTIONS

USMCA President – Shall represent the USM24CA at all IM24CA meetings and serve as provided for in the IM24CA constitution. Coordinate the efforts of all members of the Executive Committee and the District Governors. Provide guidance and support for selecting, managing, conducting and organizing National and World Ranking Events. Exercise any other authority and power delegated by the Board of Governors from time to time. Serve as Chair of the Board of Governors and Executive Committee.

USM24CA Vice President – Shall officiate in the absence of the USM24CA President, generally assist the USM24CA President in the performance of his or her duties and serve as the Vice Chair of the Board of Governors and Executive Committee.

Secretary - Shall be responsible for the minutes at the USM24CA, Board of Governors and Executive Committee meetings and shall hold the official records. Shall coordinate the organization of the class including distributing and receiving official paperwork and shall work with the President in the day to day running of the class.

Treasurer - Shall be responsible for the funds and expenses of the USM24CA, shall keep accurate records of the financial affairs of the USM24CA and shall make disbursements as the Executive Committee may direct. Responsible for preparing all financial statements for the Class.

Technical Committee Chairman - Shall be responsible for handling, processing and issuing valid Measurement Certificates for all Melges 24s based in the USA, and all items technical related for the Melges 24 Class in the U.S.A.