Call for Nominees.

Board Nominations

Credit Unions are Member-Owned

As a credit union, we are 100% member-owned. That means you have a voice at the table.

Credit Unions are not-for-profit cooperatives that help their members realize their financial goals and dreams. Members are considered "owners" of the credit union and as such elect other members to serve on the Board of Directors. It is the Directors responsibility to set credit union policies, objectives and long-term goals and oversee the safety and soundness as well as the strategic direction of the credit union. Once elected, Directors have the unique opportunity to share their expertise, leadership skills and management capabilities in a team effort. Our Board of Directors serve on a volunteer basis, but their time and dedication to serving is extremely important to the overall growth and operation of the credit union. 

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Meet the Nominees

UFirst FCU will hold a virtual Annual Meeting on Wednesday, September 27th, 2023 at the Plattsburgh Main Branch. Terms of office for three (3) Directors will expire at that time. They are Jim Abdallah. Rich Higgins and Victoria Marking filled a vacancy on the board, their terms will expire in 2023. These Directors have agreed to run for re-election and to serve three-year terms. 

Elections will be held at the 2023 Annual Meeting. The election will not be conducted by ballot and there will be no nominations from the floor when the number of nominees equals the number of positions to be filled; however, members who were not nominated and wish to have their names placed on the ballot must submit a petition, signed by 1% of the membership, which is at least 99 members, to the Nominating Committee no later than August 19th, 2023. 

Petition Form

Please mail completed paperwork to:

UFirst Nominating Committee
Attention: Michael Caraballo
274 Rugar Street
Plattsburgh, NY 12901

What it Takes

If you are interested in becoming a candidate, the UFirst FCU Nominating Committee has established minimum requirements to be nominated for a seat on the UFirst Board of Directors. Those requirements are: 

• Be a member in good standing at the credit union.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Never been convicted of a crime involving dishonesty or breach of trust.
• Credit records that indicate he/she has the ability to manage his/her finances. 
• Be honest, of high integrity, and willing to act solely for the interest and benefit of the credit union and its members.
• Be able to devote the time necessary to attend meetings and other functions. 
• Have a formal education and/or excellent practical life experience (including work history and community involvement)