Become a MDDS Delegate
CDA House of Delegates
Each year, the Colorado Dental Association sponsors an Annual Session. The Annual Session is held in such charming mountain resorts as Vail, Steamboat Springs and Telluride and features educational lectures, exhibits and family activities. However, the most critical function of the CDA Annual Function is the House of Delegates. MDDS maintains a vital voice on the delegate floor with 58 positions, serving as CDA’s largest component. In addition to receiving relevant updates on the legislation surrounding the integrity of organized dentistry, this meeting gives members an opportunity to vote for resolutions that shape the context of MDDS’s bylaws.
Being an MDDS delegate is an invaluable way for you to participate and make a difference, as well as enjoying an educational, informative and enjoyable weekend in the mountains. Our goal is to have 100% delegate representation, so please join us as an MDDS delegate and encourage your colleagues to become involved as well. Details are available by contacting (303) 488-9700.
DELEGATE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS (as stated in the bylaws)
Delegates and Alternate Delegates to the CDA House of Delegates are selected based upon the number of Active and Retired members in good standing as of December 31 of the current fiscal year in accordance with the procedure outlined in the Colorado Dental Association Bylaws. Only Active or Retired members in good standing for at least three (3) consecutive years as a MDDS member shall be eligible to serve as Delegates or Alternate Delegates. Eligibility requirements may be waived on a case by case basis by a 2/3 vote of the Board of Directors. Request for waivers must be submitted in writing with an explanation of special circumstances.
DELEGATE VACANCY
In the event of a vacancy in the office of a Delegate, the Alternate Delegate shall serve until the next annual election at which time a Delegate shall be selected to complete the unexpired term.
DELEGATE TERM OF OFFICE
The term of office shall be two (2) years.
