This council shall consist of five members, one appointed each year by the President.
The designated Local Arrangements Subcommittee Chair, shall be appointed by the current President-Elect in consultation with the Council on Sessions and shall be an ex-officio member for one year prior to becoming the Local Arrangements Chairperson. This council shall serve in an advisory capacity to the Board of Directors and the Executive Director and shall (1) facilitate the Virginia Meeting; (2) plan for future meetings including meeting format and speakers; (3) plan the Virginia Meeting, including location, in accordance with the Bylaws; (4) The Council shall appoint an Advisory Committee to provide input on the appropriateness of speakers and will include individuals who represent the targeted audience; (5) prepare a budget for the Virginia Meeting; (6) appoint a sponsorship chair as an advisory member of the Council.