In light of the tragic news of Mark Spross’s passing, APCO has made some contingencies for the upcoming 2024-25 Executive Committee election. In accordance with Bylaws provision 8.5, APCO is required to conduct an election for the incoming first vice president and second vice president. Regarding the former, the unfortunate and untimely death of Mark means “there are no eligible candidates” for incoming first vice president. Pursuant to Bylaws provision 9.5(b), such a vacancy (after April 1) should be filled at “the next regular election of officers.” On that basis, Policy Manual 6.4, section 7, describes the pathway; “it becomes necessary to accept nominations from the floor at the Annual Conference.” As a result, APCO President Becky Neugent announced in an email on July 26 that APCO will accept candidates for first vice president at the First General Business Session on Sunday, August 4, which is also when such nominees may address the assembly. Voting will occur at the Second General Business Session on Tuesday, August 6. If interested in declaring your candidacy, please visit the APCO First Vice President Voting 2024 webpage for the required forms and additional details.