This is actually a fairly easy one to clear up.
Basically, it’s the law.
Under Fl. St. § 617.0808, which deals with the removal of directors, it clearly states that "Any director who is removed from the board is not eligible to stand for reelection until the next annual meeting at which directors are elected.” [1]
I am not a lawyer. Just a guy who has read far too much of the Florida Statutes around non-profit entities.
Chris
1. http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&S...
On 1 Mar 2016, at 1:47 AM, Jimmy Wales jimmywales@wikia-inc.com wrote:
This touches on matters beyond my scope of expertise. I didn't write that FAQ, and I am not an expert on legal terminology like "mismanagement" or "misconduct". I support that the board and legal team review the matter seriously and generously.
All I'm saying is that if he is eligible, and if he is elected, then I support him rejoining the board. I'm putting forward that although I've been disappointed by his behavior (and thanks to Pete's wise words, I'm trying to open a private conversation to try to work through some of that) I am not in any way a key obstacle to his rejoining.