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CHICAGO — Individuals who did not complete a nomination form during the nomination period or were not selected by the 91´«Ã½ Nominating Committee may run for office by petition. The 91´«Ã½ Nominating Committee will begin notifying nominated candidates by end of September.

Members who are interested in running by petition may do so by completing an e-petition form:

1. and with the signatures of no fewer than 200 91´«Ã½ current personal members.
2. with the signatures of no fewer than 25 91´«Ã½ current personal members.

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In addition to the petition itself, members must . Once the petition process is completed, petition candidates and nominated candidates are treated exactly the same. They are not differentiated on the ballot because they are on equal footing and are all viable candidates for these positions.

The petition period for the 2022 election opens Sept. 3 and will close on Dec. 1, 2021.

Ballot mailing for the 2022 91´«Ã½ election will begin on March 9, 2022, and will run through April 6, 2022. Individuals must be members in good standing in order to vote. Renew your membership online or by calling 1-800-545-2433, option 1.

About the 91´«Ã½

The 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) is the foremost national organization providing resources to inspire library and information professionals to transform their communities through essential programs and services. For more than 140 years, 91´«Ã½ has been the trusted voice of libraries, advocating for the profession and the library’s role in enhancing learning and ensuring access to information for all. For more information, visit ala.org.