ICUB Member Guide: Key Dates & Voting Info for the 64th ACB Convention
- ICUB Admin
- Jun 23
- 3 min read
Dear ICUB Members,
We're excited to invite you to the 64th Annual American Council of the Blind (ACB) Conference and Convention, themed "Big Dreams, Bold Ideas!" Taking place from June 23 to July 11, this hybrid event is more inclusive than ever, with both virtual and in-person sessions available.
Please read on for details about accessing information, casting your vote, key dates to remember, and contact information for your ICUB delegates and nominating representative.
Participants can access programming in multiple ways—attending in person, joining via Zoom, streaming on the ACB Media network or Alexa-enabled devices, or reading through Newsline.
Presidents will cast votes on behalf of their state affiliates, but each member also has a voice. All members, regardless of your convention registration status, have the right to vote and shape the direction of our national affiliate. Be sure to learn about the candidates and the proposed resolutions, and share your input so we can reflect your voice.
Find full details about the ACB Conference and Convention, including candidate information, proposed resolutions, constitutional amendments, and bylaws, on the ACB convention website at:
Here are some key dates and ways you can participate:
Monday, June 23: Opening General Session
• 7:00 PM: Call to order, reading of the standing rules, the first reading of the credentials report, and affiliate rollcall
• 8:30 PM: Nominating committee: The Nominating Committee meets this evening. If you have a recommendation for ACB Board of Directors nominations, please contact Kristen Steele or me by 2:00 PM on this date to share your thoughts.
Tuesday, June 24 at 7:00 PM
• Unique voting credentials emailed out to all ACB members
• Second reading and adoption of the credentials report
• Nominating Committee report
• First reading of the constitution and bylaw amendments
• Resolutions: June 24–27: Resolutions will be read during this time. All members can vote individually on these.
Wednesday, June 25
• 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Mock election: Practice using with your unique voting code.
• 7:00 PM - Resolutions
Thursday, June 26
• Virtual-only programming begins and continues throughout the convention: Check out the great speakers and breakout sessions!
• 7:00 PM - Resolutions
Friday, June 27
• 7:00 PM: Constitutions and bylaws amendments
Monday, June 30:
• 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM - Individual Voting for Resolutions, Constitution, and Bylaws
• 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM - Affiliate vote on Resolutions, Constitution, and ByLaws: Let us know your position on proposed changes by 9:00 AM on this date.
Friday, July 4
• 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM - Board Meeting
Saturday, July 5
• 7:00 PM: First general session and elections begin.
Elections will take place during every general session, starting with tonight's meeting.
Sunday, July 6
• 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Individual voting on any contested elections
Monday, July 7
• 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM - General session and elections
• 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Individual voting on any contested elections
Tuesday, July 8
• 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM - General session and elections
Wednesday, July 9
• 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM - General session and elections
• 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Individual voting on any contested elections
Thursday, July 10
• 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM - General session and elections
• 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM - Individual voting on any contested elections
• 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM - Affiliate vote on any contested election
Contested Elections
If an election becomes contested during a session:
• Elections will pause immediately.
• All ICUB members will vote individually between 2:00–4:00 PM that same day.
• Exception: If the contested election occurs during the session on Saturday, July 5, voting will take place the following day, Sunday, July 6, between 2:00–4:00 PM.
• In addition to voting individually, members must also reach out to me directly regarding their position on the contested election.
This process will continue until all board positions are filled.
Please keep in mind that all times are subject to change. We encourage you to stay connected to convention updates as the schedule evolves.
Contact Information To ensure your voice is heard, please contact us with your voting preferences or if you have any questions or need assistance throughout the convention:
Lori Trujillo Roush, ICUB Delegate
515-402-3508
Kristen Steele, Alternate Delegate & Nominating Committee Representative
402-672-3168
Monica Carpenter is available to assist with ACB-related information and programming access. She can be reached by email at unseenstrands@gmail.com.
We want to make participation easy and enjoyable, while ensuring your input is reflected in every affiliate vote. Please share your voting preferences with us via text, phone, or email and reach out if we can be of further assistance.
Best regards,
Lori Trujillo Roush
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