The nominating committee shall present to the Chair a slate of nominees for the Board and any other vacancies to be filled by election at least thirty (30) days prior to the Annual Membership Meeting, and the Chair shall see that the list of nominees be sent to all members at least fifteen (15) days prior to the Annual Membership Meeting. Nothing herein shall preclude further nominees from the floor during the Annual Membership Meeting. All nominees shall confirm willingness to serve prior to election.