📢 SAN KIANG CHARITABLE ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK🔴 OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

Regarding the Reform of the Association’s Election Procedures

Dear Members,

To further improve the governance of our Association, promote long-term stability, strengthen unity among members, and ensure a fair, transparent, and harmonious election process, the Board of Directors of the San Kiang Charitable Association of New York has carefully reviewed and approved a proposal to reform the Association’s election procedures.

🟠 I. Reasons for the Reform

Over the years, our traditional membership election process has revealed certain challenges, including excessive campaigning, vote-buying, offering meals or other benefits to influence votes, and unnecessary competition among members.

Such practices not only increase election-related expenses but may also create divisions and conflicts within our Association, affecting the unity and harmony of our community.

The primary purpose of this reform is to reduce election-related disputes, discourage improper election practices, and preserve the Association as a united, respectful, and harmonious community for all members.

🔵 II. Legal and Bylaw Basis for the Reform

In accordance with the relevant provisions of the New York State Not-for-Profit Corporation Law (N-PCL) and the Association’s existing bylaws:

🔴 Under the Association’s bylaws, amendments to the bylaws require approval by at least two-thirds (2/3) of the directors present at a duly convened Board meeting, through a secret ballot, subject to applicable law.

Based on these provisions, the Board of Directors formally considered and voted on the proposed election reforms.

🟢 III. Board Voting Results

At the Board meeting held in October 2026, the proposed reform was submitted to a secret-ballot vote.

✅ Votes in Favor: 20

❌ Votes Against: 2

🔴 The proposed reform received more than the required two-thirds majority of the directors present and was approved by the Board of Directors.

🔵 IV. Future Election Procedures

Under the approved reform, candidates for the positions of Association President and Chair of the Board of Directors will be nominated by the Board of Directors and elected by the Board through a secret-ballot voting process.

Implementation of these procedures will be subject to the Association’s bylaws and applicable New York State law.

🟠 V. Purpose and Expectations

This reform is not directed at any individual. Rather, it is intended to protect the overall interests and long-term development of our Association.

Through a more structured, fair, and transparent election process, we hope to reduce unnecessary disputes and encourage dedicated, responsible, capable, and service-minded individuals to take on leadership responsibilities.

❤️ The San Kiang Charitable Association belongs to all its members. We are one community and one family!

Unity is our foundation. Harmony is our strength. Serving our members remains our unwavering commitment.

We sincerely hope that all members will understand and support this reform. Together, through cooperation, mutual respect, and shared dedication, we can build a stronger, more united, transparent, and vibrant Association.

Unity and Mutual Support · Respect for Seniors and Care for the Young · Commitment to Charity · Giving Back to the Community · Preserving Our Cultural Heritage

By Order of the Board of Directors

San Kiang Charitable Association of New York