Section 665-RICR-10-00-1.3 - OfficersA. Roles and Responsibilities 1. Chaira. The Chair shall be the Chief Executive Officer of the agency as stated in R.I. Gen Laws § 42-75-5 and shall:(1) serve as the presiding officer at board meetings, executive committee meetings and public hearings;(2) serve ex officio on all Council committees except for the nominating committee;(3) appoint the chairman of standing and ad hoc committees subject to the recommendations and approval of the Council;(4) inform all board members fully and in a timely fashion of all matters under the Chair's consideration; (5) act as the official spokesperson for the agency as required and appropriate;(6) ensure a close working relationship with the Executive Director and with board members;(7) represent (with the Executive Director) the agency to NASAA, NEA, NEFA and to any other agency as the Council deems appropriate;(8) perform such duties applicable to the office as prescribed by Robert's Rules.2. Vice Chair a. In agreement with Robert's Rules of Order, the Vice Chair shall, in the absence of the Chair, perform the duties of the Chair.3. Secretary a. The Secretary shall review minutes, to insure accuracy, prior to their being submitted to Council for approval.b. The Secretary shall prepare a summary of motions, including the names of the persons introducing and seconding motions, and the result of the votes.c. The Secretary shall record during the meeting the precise wording of each motion.665 R.I. Code R. 665-RICR-10-00-1.3