First of all you cannot just throw an idea out there and expect it to be welcomed. If that were the case they would have to have more staff to runabout and that is against what you believe in.

You need to find out how to go about and create change within the rules of engagement. This is the basic format we use for MAAC.

Submissions come as motions, "I have an idea/suggestion" just doesn't cut it and never will make consideration. These motions fall into either a resolution or recommendation. You must know which yours is. Resolutions have to do with the organizations constitution and they will need to pass by a predetermined percent usually 2/3 or 3/4 of the membership. All others will be recommendations which will pass with a simple majority. Here is the tricky part your motion will have to be in writing, no spelling errors and the syntax must be correct and clear on intent and meaning. If it is not it will be returned to the people who made the motion for resubmission next time around. Once the wording/spelling is correct it will need to be voted on. Resolutions tend to be for or against and are enacted within the time constraints per organization. For instance they may take effect at the start of the following year they have been approved. Recommendations that pass may be referred to committee for fine tuning or could be superseded by a similar motion. Look to Roberts Rules for all the ways your motion may get derailed.

Make sure your motion is correctly worded and the intent is clear by working with your Constitutional committee or chairman

You must submit it through your zone/district if it passes then it goes in front of the board or in your case the executive council.

Notice of your motion if it makes it this far should be posted far enough in advance of the meeting so all members have a chance to become familiar with it.