Section 665-RICR-10-00-1.7 - CommitteesA. The Council may by resolution at any meeting of the Council designate standing and/or ad hoc committees of the Council. Such committees may include, for example, planning, communications, finance, executive, art in public places, personnel, affirmative action, etc.B. Each standing committee shall consist of at least three members, at least two of whom shall be a member of the Council. The chairman of each standing and ad hoc committee shall be appointed by the Council's Chair, with the approval of the Council. The committee chairman shall then be responsible for naming their committee members.1. The Chair shall in concert with the Executive Director select at least one staff member to act as a close advisor and liaison to each committee.C. At the time of a committee's creation, the function, responsibilities and status as a standing or ad hoc committee shall be defined and approved by the Council. Committees will be subject to annual review at the beginning of each fiscal year. 1. Functions and responsibilities of committees shall include but not be limited to: a. in depth study and discussion of policy issues; agency goals, objectives and needs; strategy; and other issues identified by the Council;b. formulation of recommendations for review considered by the Executive Committee prior to their submission to the full Council;c. Committee chairmen or their designates shall maintain close liaison with the Council Chair and with agency staff.D. Nominating Committee1. The Executive Committee shall appoint a nominating committee, subject to approval of a majority of the Council. The nominating committee shall propose a slate of officers for the annual election at the Council's June meeting.665 R.I. Code R. 665-RICR-10-00-1.7